Education Visa – 1 year

Overview

The Education Visa (Non-Immigrant ED) allows you to stay in Thailand for up to 1 year while studying at an approved institution. Popular choices include Thai language schools, martial arts academies, and cooking schools.

Requirements

• Letter of acceptance from an approved educational institution
• Proof of financial means
• Valid passport with at least 18 months remaining
• Completed application forms
• Passport-sized photos

Process

Apply at a Thai embassy or consulate in your home country or a neighboring country. Processing typically takes 5-10 business days. Once in Thailand, you must report to immigration every 90 days.

Cost Breakdown

• Visa application fee: approximately 2,000 THB
• School tuition: varies widely (15,000-30,000 THB per term for language schools)
• 90-day reporting: free