How soon can I arrive in Thailand to apply for an ED visa for a language course?

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Dec 6, 2018

6 years ago

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Hi, everybody!

I have a question and I would be grateful if you can help me with some orientation.

I would like to apply for a Thai language course and get an ED visa. How much time in advance can I arrive in Thailand before the Thai course begins? 

I am on a tourist visa exemption, but it finishes about 5 weeks before the course I am interested in starts.

Have a nice day!

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The user is inquiring about the appropriate timing for arriving in Thailand before starting a language course, as they plan to apply for an ED visa but are currently on a tourist visa exemption that will expire 5 weeks prior to the beginning of the course.

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