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Do I need to leave Thailand and apply for a new ED visa after 6 months of study?
Nov 10, 2025
14 hours ago
Heidi *******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The inquiry discusses confusion regarding the ED visa regulations in Thailand. The original poster was informed by one school that after 6 months of holding an ED visa, they would need to leave Thailand and reapply for a new visa. Many commenters responded, sharing their own experiences, with most indicating that typically, ongoing ED visa holders only need to do 90-day reports without needing to leave the country, unless the course duration requires it. However, one commenter noted a recent policy change affecting those already on ED visas, requiring them to exit and reapply after 6 months due to regulations imposed by the Ministry of Education.
90 DAY REPORTING RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Use the trusted Thailand 90 Day Reporting Service to get your in-person report done and mailed to you for as low as 375 THB (even if the online system doesn't work for you).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
