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Can I change from an educational visa to a tourist visa without leaving Thailand due to Covid restrictions?

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Hello! As I couldn't really find was I was looking for, maybe someone herecan help: I'm on an educational visa, which will run out on the 15th of March. Can I then change back to a tourist visa? I know that I usually have to leave the country to do so, but given the Covid situation, I obviously can't. I have a German passport, if that makes a difference. Thank you so much!

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The user inquires about the possibility of switching from an educational visa (ED visa) to a tourist visa while remaining in Thailand, specifically considering the travel restrictions due to COVID-19. Responses indicate that typically one cannot transition from an ED visa to a tourist visa without leaving the country. Additionally, the temporary 60-day extension for situations related to COVID-19 is noted to be discontinued after January 28, further complicating their situation. The user contemplates obtaining a new educational visa instead.

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@Benjamin *****

yes, sorry, the 15th will be the end of my Thai course and thus the end of the ED visa. And yes, that's what I meant, the 60 day extension they do these days because of covid.. it's a bit confusing 🙈

But ok, so I most likely have to get another ED visa then.

Thank you so much!

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Anna **************

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Yes.. I just don't know if I wanna stay another 6 month in Thailand, but given the current situation, I guess my best bet is to stay here.

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As long as you're a student, get the ED visa if you qualify for it

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>I'm on an educational visa, which will run out on the 15th of March

You can not go from an ED visa to a tourist visa (?) inside Thailand.

The 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19 will not be sold after January 28 (AS OF RIGHT NOW).

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