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Can you transfer from a visa-exempt status to an ED visa in Thailand?

Visa Exempt ED Visa Visa Transfer Thailand Immigration Visa Rules

Apr 8, 2023

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Can you transfer in country from a visa exempt to an ED visa?

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Yes, it is possible to transfer from a visa exempt status to an ED (Education) visa while in Thailand, but you typically need to have at least 15 days or more remaining on your current visa stamp.

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Frank **********

She needs her own page lol.

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Elly *******

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oh god, soooorrry guys. I have had so much stress with visas. My husband is unwell and it has just been A LOT of stress!

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Thanks! I know you are Frank. I can tell. You know when your mind is full of visa info...that is why it is called 'visa headache'! (ง •_•)ง

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Frank **********

I am just joking with you. I hope everything works out for you and the family. Good luck.

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Darren *******

You asked this yesterday.

General question, are you related to Billy Brown?

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Elly *******

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I am!

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I do not even know who the heck Billy Brown is! I actually just looked him up...if it is the dude who hates Dexter...I love that guy and I am happy to be related to him! 🤣

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Darren *******

I thought so!

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Stuart *********

Yes but you’ll generally need at least 15 days or more on a current stamp.

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