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Can I apply for an ED visa while on a visa exemption in Thailand, or do I need to leave the country?

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Mar 13, 2025

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Freek **********

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Hi guys, I'll be flying to Thailand in 2 weeks. I want to start as a tourist with a visa exemption but start learning Thai in Chiang Mai via an ED visa. Do I need to leave the country to get the visa or can I stay in Thailand? Thanks in advance!

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The user is planning to visit Thailand on a visa exemption and wants to transition to an ED visa for learning Thai in Chiang Mai. The comments suggest checking with the chosen school to see if they can provide documentation for in-country visa application, as it's up to the school's arrangement with local immigration offices.

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Brandon ************

That's completely to the school. You need to find out from them if they're able to do it with their local immigration. Some schools can and some cannot.

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Graham ******

Your school will give you the required documentation and tell you if you can apply in country

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