What are the differences between obtaining an ED visa inside Thailand from a TR conversion and obtaining one outside the country?

ED Visa Visa Types TR Visa Visa Conversion Visa Extension Thailand Immigration Visa Fees Expat Visa Guidelines

Nov 28, 2023

a year ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Can  somebody please clarify the differences between the ED visa made inside the country from TR conversion, and an ED visa made outside. From what I know, the one  made inside the country is much more expensive because of the "visa conversion" fee, whereas the one made outside is an ED from the  start, so it doesn't need to be converted, and costs 2000 baht. Some  people were saying that even if the ED visa obtained outside the country  is much cheaper, there is a big fee that needs to be paid upon the first 3 month extension. Thanks!

858

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion revolves around the differences between obtaining an Education (ED) visa inside Thailand through conversion from a Tourist (TR) visa and applying for an ED visa from outside Thailand. It is noted that while the ED visa obtained inside Thailand might seem more expensive due to perceived conversion fees, in reality, all visas and extensions have standard fees set by immigration. Many suggest that the additional costs some face may come from fees charged by schools for handling paperwork rather than immigration itself. Furthermore, participants emphasize that obtaining the ED visa outside may avoid these extra costs, and advise handling visa matters independently to save money.

Shayne **********

Hello confused people.

Immigration does these changeovers since CONVID when no one wanted (or could) leave Thailand. Immigration gets the full "convenience" fee and it doesn't go to the school.

Different schools have different deals with aforementioned government departments.

Very simply leave and save yourself money like what happened for 10+ years before CONVID.

Please don't answer questions if you have hearsay or don't know what you are talking about. Thanks.

a year ago

Incognia **********

But flight prices and hotels you need to pay.Or Laos Visa Payment.

a year ago

Steven ***************

You're being fleeced by the school to do the paperwork for you.. get the paperwork you need from them and do it yourself.

a year ago

Brandon ************

There is no "visa conversion" fee. All visas are 2000₿ at immigration and all extensions are 1900₿ at immigration.

Any fees you need to take up with your school as that's their fee and has nothing to do with your visa or immigration.

a year ago

Reply to

Brandon ************

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Join the Group

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

How can I change my TR visa to an ED visa in Thailand?

11 comments