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Is there a limit to the number of days I can be out of Thailand on an ED visa?

ED Visa Thailand Immigration Re-entry Permit Travel Restrictions Student Visa Visa Renewal Education in Thailand

Aug 5, 2019

5 years ago

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Evening all, I’m hearing conflicting stories regarding my ED visa....

Been to Bali for a week in march, did my re-entry. 

I’m going to Vietnam for a few days for my birthday later this month and plan to fly to the UK for 10 days later in the year, of course I’ll do my re-entry etc. 

Is there a limit to the days I can be out of Thailand or limit on re-entry stamps ? 

UK will be my 3rd and final re-entry.

Thanks for any help or experiences.👍🏼

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The OP inquires about limitations regarding travel outside Thailand while on an ED visa, specifically asking if there are limits on days spent abroad or on the number of re-entry stamps. Contributors share insights stressing that while there isn't a formal limit, excessive travel could raise doubts with immigration officials and potentially impact the renewal of the visa. They advise staying focused on studies and keeping the educational institution informed about travel plans.

Lloyd ********

Plus the fact that it would appear that you work at Pai Yard guest house too !

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James ********

And I believe the OP knows his options. Choose wisely and commenting is closed. Good Luck

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Danny **********

The way people are abusing the ED visa immigration will soon stop these visa being issued, or they will make them very expensive to obtain this will hurt the people who actually do want to learn Thai language rather than use it as a cheap way to stay in Thailand, do people think that immigration don't look at facebook profiles......

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James ********

And it may be a good year to Get Married to your Thai girlfriend. That way you can get a Visa Married to a Thai and she can continue operating the lovely Guesthouse in Pai Yai ...just a suggestion. As Times are a Changing in Thai Immigration.

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Rob *******

If you're planning to do a lot of travel in and out of Thailand while you're on the ED visa, you are going to have problems. The ED visa works if you are pretty much going to stay put in Thailand for a year (and go to classes). Immigration at the airport seems to look at these visas suspiciously now.

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Barry ******

if you’re studying Thai.. fill in your arrival card in Thai. Proof of study 😉

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Barry ******

Let the school know of your travels too. So they can get extensions for you. Usually it’s ok for short trips.

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Josh *******

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intend to do so, cheers 😁

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James ********

As long as you have a reentry permit...you should be fine. BUT...Thai Immigration might note your often absence from class...

I suggest you rethink your out of Thailand trips and focus on the studies for which you have an Ed Visa.

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Josh *******

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hmm yes understood 🤦🏻‍♂️

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James ********

Josh Hearn it could. As Consulates will see the denied entry. And with a history of entries, you may not get the Ed Visa. And worse yet...be denied entry with your Ed visa upon arrival. IMHO...

Its time to rethink your plan for living in Thailand.

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Josh *******

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thanks james 🙂 if I get denied on returning from England, The main thing that worries me is if it affects the chances of approval for a non b in the new year, any idea ?

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James ********

Good Luck

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Josh *******

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my ED is over in December, and my last extension will be done before the UK visit. Fingers crossed

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Robert *******

The visa is issued based on following a course, spending lots of times abroad is not the same as sitting in the classroom. Problems can occur with your school and with Immigration Office when you come to apply for an Extension of Stay.

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ok thank you, but just to confirm, none of this would affect me in the new year for my Non B application ?

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Robert *******

No, you apply early enough for the Extension of Stay, if denied it will be sorry sir, this time you do not get it. No payment, no stamps and you have to find another what to stay inside Thailand.

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Josh *******

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worst case scenario I get denied, would that affect the potential to get approval for my non immigrant B visa that will be arranged for the start of the new year ?

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Josh *******

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of course it’s questionable to a certain IO I understand. My last extension shall be made before my trip to the UK, ED visa is over in December.

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Jason ***********

There isn’t a limit. But the agents at the airport may doubt if you’re taking your studies seriously if you are gone so much.

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