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What is the experience of obtaining an ED visa from the Thai embassy in Seoul, and where is the best embassy for this purpose in Asia?

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Oct 17, 2019

7 years ago

André *****************

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Hey guys, did anyone get the ED visa (Thai language course) from the Thais embassy in Seoul , South Korea ?

Is it advisable to go there ? What’s their reputation?

Anyhow, where is the “best” embassy to go to at the moment in Asia ?

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Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post discusses personal experiences with obtaining the ED visa (for Thai language courses) from the Thai Embassy in Seoul, South Korea. One commenter reported a smooth application process at the embassy. Others suggested that the Thai consulate in Vientiane, Laos is regarded as better due to its proximity to Thailand and currency acceptance. Key advice included consulting with schools for guidance and ensuring proper documentation to avoid scrutiny during the application process.

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Tod *********

There is no "best consulate" to use for an ED visa. Your school should be recommending where you go.

EVERY consulate now is gonna look at your previous entry history to thailand so if you've been living here on back-2-back tourist visas or visa exempt entries for a while and now want an ED visa they're going to look at you with a critical eye thinking you don't really care about studying and are just trying to further your stay here.

Have the documentation correct from the MOE and from your school, pick a consulate, look on their website to see what's required, meet those requirements and get the visa. DON'T meet the requirements don't get the visa it's NOT brain science or rocket surgery.

7 years ago

Ellie *******

Better to talk to your school. Often school have experience with specific consulates and could give you an advice.

7 years ago

Barry ******

The best Thai consulate in my opinion is still Vientiane. They take Thai baht so no need to exchange currency. Right next to Thailand so you can go back the same day even. You can take the bus from the south bus station to the friendship bridge for less than a dollar.

Theres a few caveats but workable.

1 ED visa every 12 months. Have to make an appointment, which actually makes the consulate run more efficient.

7 years ago

Tod *********

NO consulate that I am aware of offers same day service anymore. (not unless you're bribing someone to do it :/ )

7 years ago

Tod *********

@Barry *****

Vientiane does NOT have same day visa service :O

7 years ago

Ceejay *******

Idk about this but prolanguage said it was hard to get a 2nd ed visa atm

7 years ago

Barry ******