Hi all, I am from Malaysia and will be entering Thailand on a Non-Immigrant ED student visa for my degree this August. After visiting the consulate, I got the sticker stating the 90-day period when I am supposed to enter Thailand. I asked the consulate for further clarification but they were quite rushing the queue. So, I just want to understand more from you guys here.
From my visa sticker given from the consulate, the last date given is 25 July 2023. So does this mean I have to enter the country on/before that date? And once I enter, only then i will be given a 90-day visa stamp counting from my date of arrival?
And I understand countries like Malaysia have a 30-day visa exemption, will this have any effect in my case?
TLDR : Answer Summary
You must enter Thailand before the expiration date on your Non-Immigrant ED student visa sticker, which is 25 July 2023 in your case. Upon your entry, you will receive a stamp that grants you a 90-day stay starting from your arrival date. This process is distinct from any visa exemption rules that may apply to your country.
