Can someone who is 66 years old apply for an education visa in Thailand?

Education Visa (ED)Retirement Visa Thailand Immigration Visa Regulations for Seniors Expat Visa Options

Dec 16, 2022

2 years ago

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A visa agency told me because I am 66 years old I can’t get an education visa    Any truth to that???

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The claim that individuals aged 66 cannot obtain an education visa in Thailand holds some truth. In certain provinces, immigration officials may prefer that seniors apply for a retirement visa instead, which is deemed easier to obtain. Additionally, it's noted that individuals on a retirement visa are still permitted to study.

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Steve ********

Retirement visa is easier than ED visa, and you can still study on retirement visa

2 years ago

Chris ********

@Steve *******

I am in the same situation but only 54. I would love to do a retirement visa when I return to Thailand this coming summer because I do want to learn the language and can’t afford the retirement requirements yet. Some institutions won’t accept students over 50

2 years ago

Chris ********

I have looked into them

2 years ago

Steve ********

@Chris *******

I know a few people over 50 who have gone there

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Steve ********

@Chris *******

Have you tried Duke in Soi 13?

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Steve ********

Michael *******

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@Steve *******

I don’t need to deposit any funds on a retirement visa so the ED visa is more practical plus I want to learn the language anyway

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Michael *******

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

We've had similar reports in the past from some areas. The immigration in some provinces wants you to get a retirement visa if you're old enough to do so.

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

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