Thailand student visa (Non-ED)

The e-Visa system lists Non-ED purposes for elementary and secondary studies, vocational and below-bachelor diplomas, bachelor's degrees or higher, short Thai or English language courses and Muay Thai training, curricular internships and exchange students, workshops organised by government agencies or international organisations, and Dharma studies by monks, nuns and priests.

For degree studies: a letter from the university and a letter confirming enrolment details signed by an authorised person with a copy of the signer's ID, plus financial evidence covering tuition fees and living expenses. Short language or Muay Thai courses need a letter from the relevant authority under the Ministry of Education or from the Sports Authority of Thailand, and the institute's enrolment confirmation.

The visa fee is set by the Thai embassy or consulate handling the application, shown in the e-Visa system and normally paid online when you submit it; a few missions, such as Islamabad, take payment at the embassy. It is not refunded in any case, including refusals caused by wrong names or e-mail addresses, so check your data before paying.

Your permitted stay is stamped by the immigration officer on arrival. Foreigners staying in Thailand for more than 90 days must report their address to the Immigration Bureau every 90 days, except for categories with special rules such as LTR holders, who report once a year. Extensions of stay are handled by Immigration Bureau offices inside Thailand.

Non-Immigrant visas are issued as entry visas valid three months; the permitted stay for the purpose (employment, studies or family) is then extended at the Immigration Bureau office responsible for your address, on the basis of the documents from your employer, school or family. Apply before your current permitted stay ends.