Hi, I'd really appreciate some input. I've been in and out of the country for 3 years. On tourist visa and visa on arrival. I've been out of the country for about 5 month. I have a new passport and a 30 day visa on arrival. Swedish citizen.
I figure I need to apply for a long term visa and I'm looking into a 12 month volunteer visa, teaching english in gov school. (non O?). I was going to apply for a work perm in Vietienne and then apply for the visa in Chiang Mai, this is how I got the process explained for me.
I was also thinking about getting an ED visa, thai or hand to hand combat but the upside with the volunteer visa is that after a year it can be prolonged instead of having to reapply. But if I get the ED visa it might be really heard to reapply after a year. I'm not sure, what do you think?
I'm freaking out a little as it seem to have become so much harder to get a visa. I figured I should be fine as I have a clean passport but it doesn't seem to be that easy anymore.
I'd like any input on my situation and how to think and what I need. I believe I already have an organization where I can volunteer. What do I need in terms of paper work etc.
Thank you!!
TLDR : Answer Summary
A Swedish citizen seeks advice on obtaining a long-term visa for volunteering in Thailand after spending three years in and out of the country on tourist visas. They are considering a 12-month volunteer visa (NON-O) or an ED visa for studies. The person is looking for guidance regarding the application process, required paperwork, and the complications of previous visa history.
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