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What are the new regulations for obtaining an ED visa in Thailand?
Just saw this posted somewhere else, thoughts?
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The conversation discusses recent changes in visa regulations for expats in Thailand, particularly regarding the Education (ED) visa and the Non-O visa linked to having a Thai child. Multiple comments reflect concerns about the stricter requirements for original documentation, financial proof, and the enforcement of these regulations at various Thai consulates, such as in Vientiane and Penang. The need for standardization and consistency in visa processing across different locations is emphasized, with numerous participants sharing their personal experiences and seeking clarity on the rules.
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Javier ********
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Danny *********
Javier felipe Use the 'turn on notifications for this post' option. It's there for a reason. ;)
Flor **************
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Eddie ******
Do we need to show proof of financial for 90 days single entry Non-O (Thai Child)?
Eddie ******
@Rob *********
thanks mateRob **********
No
Thomas *****
It's like cheating on your taxes. You get away with what you can
Guido **********
The ED visa is being abused too much, good that they become stricter.
Thomas *****
they don't want us here
David ************
@Tod ********
I replied to his comment that he had a tough time renewing his drivers license not Visa.Tod *********
@David ***********
you can't renew ANY visa :/ You either get an extension at the immigration office OR you leave the country and BUY a brand new visa from a thai consulate ;)Tod *********
@Brian ******
in theory that's exactly what it means that you can only get ONE single entry ED visa from them per calendar year (but the policy is officially starting on the 15th of Oct)
Brian *******
Does this mean since I got an edu visa October 2017 for Chiang Mai university,I can now get another one in October 2018 for the second level at Chiang Mai university?
David ************
@Thomas ****
I renewed mine the other day and it was easy.Thomas *****
It would be nice if they could. I went for my Thai DL yesterday and had a very rough time. I've never read where anyone had such a hard time. And they did not want the Doctors report I read about. Everywhere you go it's different. I think people overstaying and running out of money has hurt all of us.
Darren *********
OP@Tod ********
yes it certainly looks like they are trying to standardise the way they do things.Tod *********
I don't know that it has anything to do with that at all. And in fact thailand is a pretty easy country to find a way to stay in IF you try.
I'd say it's more that they're trying to get some consistency between consulates rather than one doing one thing with one type of documentation and another doing another thing with different paperwork
I'd say it's more that they're trying to get some consistency between consulates rather than one doing one thing with one type of documentation and another doing another thing with different paperwork
Álvaro **********
Going to Vientiane for my first ever ED at the end of October, I hope it will be without problem... I will bring the original paperwork. Will update here.
Frank **********
I was thinking about getting an ed visa for 2019 after several years of SETVs, but now I’m just going with the Thai Elite. Keeping up with changing requirements at various embassies and hoping to not get additional scrutiny upon arrival is too much hassle. Until I’m married or 50, it seems to be the best option.
Travis ***************
Has any one got thier visa in KL? Are they getting strict also? Do they ask anout the 400,000 baht?
Paul *******
I got asked for originals in Vientiane this week. Fortunately had them with me
Rob **********
I was there 2 weeks ago for a Non O based on having a Thai child. I was asked to show the original birth certificate and Tam bian baan. First time in 3 years that I needed to produce original documents.
Rob **********
@Tod ********
.....don't know but he asked for the original birth certificate and the tam bian baan where my daughter is registered. Luckily I had everything.Darren *********
OPHmm. I was planning on stretching my non imm B multi out until next February. I’m wondering now if I should go and get my Non O based on marriage a bit sooner? My Lawyer advised me to do this but then again she wants my Money.. tough call? - *and yes, original tambien Baan very hard to produce without its Thai owner attached to it.
Tod *********
wow, the original house book too? :O that's tough because a LOT of people are usually listed in that book and most thaiz don't let it off the property unless they need to take it and get copies or add someone to it.
I understand about the birth certificate but I wonder if you'da got the visa with just a copy of the thai house book listing
I understand about the birth certificate but I wonder if you'da got the visa with just a copy of the thai house book listing
Jason ***********
If you time out your ED visa properly than once a year shouldn’t be an issue.
Darren *********
OPPenang made several changes starting late last summer up until the middle of this year. Each one stricter than the last.
Ron *******
IMO, Social media is playing a blinder getting all these changes brought in.
That won't be the last we hear of Vietiane 😉
That won't be the last we hear of Vietiane 😉
Jim *******
I've said it several times. The many comments that kept on stating, "Go to Vientiane, no proofs required,it's easy as". It was bound to change for the worst. Far better Not to advertise such benefits..!
Robert *******
So after Penang, Vientiane has enough and is going to enforce. Nothing wrong with that.
Hendri ******
My Non-O marriage visa will expired on 14th November this year, hope nothing change with Thai Embassy in Jakarta
Tod *********
that notice is from Vientiane..
Darren *********
OPThe rest (mostly) just looks like they want all the original docs?
Ron *******
Actually, they gave them temporary Diplomatic status to get around it. Truthfully, that was reported.
Darren *********
OP@Ron ******
are specialist cave rescue divers exempt? 😊Ron *******
@Darren ********
many people fail to bother getting work permits when volunteering.Ron *******
Only 1 ED visa a year from 15th October.
Jesse *********
@Tod ********
I studied Thai on a ED visa about 3 years ago. I'm planning on doing it again at the end of this year. Do you think that will be an issue?Tod *********
Most thai language schools in Bangkok sell their programs as a 9 month one (a 90 day ED visa and 6 months of extensions) for the beginner and intermediate programs and then a 6 month one (a NEW 90 day ED visa and 3 months worth of extensions) <- totally 15 months for thai.. Then you're done studying thai on an ED visa in Bangkok
Daniel ******
@Darren ********
Oh didnt know thatRon *******
I'm guessing many schools cannot get the extensions?
Darren *********
OP@Daniel *************
some are shorter than a year?Daniel ******
how would anyone get more than one?
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