Can I apply for a combat visa after using a 2-year ED visa in Thailand?

ED Visa Combat Visa Visa Application Thailand Immigration Educational Visa Regulations Working in Thailand

Aug 25, 2018

6 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I've almost used up my 2 year ed visa. If I apply for a combat visa will I potentially be denied as I've been here 2 years already? Thanks in advance.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is concerned about applying for a combat visa after having utilized a 2-year ED visa in Thailand. Responses indicate that while it's possible to be denied a new visa, switching studies might allow for another ED visa, particularly if enrolling in a new educational institution. Some users share experiences of successfully obtaining new visas under similar circumstances, though caution is advised due to immigration regulations.

Lloyd ********

Your profile says you work at a school, could they not give you the paperwork for a Non B and work permit ?

6 years ago

Eléonore ******

I made it😉

6 years ago

Chad ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I appreciate all the responses. Thanks everyone =)

6 years ago

Tod *********

Okay, keep in mind there are limits as far as how long you can be on an ED visa for studying specific things.

Just because you were here on an ED visa studying one subject is not a reason to be denied another ED visa when you switch to study something else.

There is no rule that limits that. You should be able to enroll in a personal defense or muay thai school, get the paperwork, leave the country and get a new 90 day single entry ED visa without a problem.

6 years ago

Russell **********

Get a new passport

6 years ago

Russell **********

@James *******

I just did it. Now year 3

6 years ago

Luke ******

James Miller and you're right because.......?

Hand to Hand Combat School is operated in Chiang Mai by Jongjet “Jet” Pungsai and qualifies students for an Education (ED) visa in Thailand.

Jet is a member of the Royal Thai Army Military Police, and bodyguard for celebrities and government officials nationwide.

So although it does not erase history, I don't believe students at this particular school encounter Immigration issues.

6 years ago

Russell **********

Well it's what the combat school advised me to do

6 years ago

Tod *********

that will NOT erase their entry history from the data base when they stamp in and out of thailand

6 years ago

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Glen *********

I’ve heard of a few people successfully doing what you want, similar circumstances, and they had no problems...but you never know

6 years ago