Can I apply for an ED visa for online Thai language courses while being a single mother?

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Hello, I would like to apply for an ED visa for 1 year and learn Thai. But since I am a single mother of a 2-year-old daughter, it would be important for me to be able to do the course online. 
I have now found a language school in Phuket where this would be possible, they would help with the visa papers and the whole thing would cost 55,000 THB for 1 year. 
They say I could then apply for the Non-O visa for my daughter. 
Does anyone have experience with the Genius language school in Phuket? 
Has anyone already received the ED visa in combination with online lessons? 
Can you recommend any other language schools that offer online lessons?

Thanks for your help 🙏☺️

Ask Thailand · Answer

A user is seeking to apply for a one-year ED visa to learn Thai online because they are a single mother with a young daughter. They found a language school in Phuket, which offers online courses and assistance with visa applications for a fee. However, commenters express skepticism regarding the legality of obtaining an ED visa for online learning, stating that traditional requirements demand in-person attendance. Some suggest alternatives or caution against the school, citing potential scams.

Jim ******** · Answer

Speak with Patong Language School. They are really professional and have been around for over 40 years so offer good advice on things like this and also offer online classes

Andy ********** · Answer

What visa are you on now If any?? If for instance you are on a tourist visa, they usually deduct 60 days, so it is actually only 10 months, make sure you ask the school, schools were allowed to do 100% online during covid, but I thought now the vast majority needs to be done in person.

Us ***** · Answer

There are so small scam ed schools. Does it matter if it is online or in person as long as you get your visa. If you only want to learn online, your progress is going to be horrible. Just go with that school if you want the visa.

Stanley ******* · Answer

I had an online Ed visa in Chiang Mai. New Stamford university. But also, why Phuket? There are safer places to live.

Frank ********** · Answer

I wouldn't trust the school, especially in Phuket, home to many shady operators.

Jeff ******** · Answer

This is not possible for you. Don’t try it.

Sarah ******* · Answer

the school told me it is not illegal. It is true that I have to go to immigration in Phuket every 3 months, but they have some students who already do and have done this online and there have never been any problems with immigration

John ********** · Answer

While some schools will offer online learning that option won't provide an ED visa. To obtain an ED visa you MUST attend class in person. Your attendance and learning is checked every 3 months when you visit immigration to extend your visa, you can only get a 12 month visa via a university these days

Pete ******* · Answer

Suspicious as ED visas are not available via online study. Walk away and do more research.

Can I apply for an ED visa for online Thai language courses while being a single mother?

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