Hi,
I am currently going through the process of applying for an ED Visa from the UK with a language school in Thailand, the thing I wanted to ask is if there are any obvious pitfalls that I should look out for with my application/documentation prior to my appointment with the embassy here in the UK that would lead me to getting instantly rejected? The Language School have told me they will prepare all the documents but I'm worried they might mess it up.
My course starts in February and I have an appointment in January at the embassy in Cardiff.
Also a side question, if my course starts in January can I enter Thailand prior to my course start to get my accommodation sorted? I was thinking of coming 1-2 weeks before the course start, is this a problem?
Thanks in advance
TLDR : Answer Summary
When applying for an ED Visa from the UK, it's crucial to ensure that all required documents are prepared correctly to avoid instant rejection. Check the guidelines from the Cardiff Embassy and ensure the language school in Thailand is aware of the specific paperwork needed. Be cautious of unpreparedness and using non-genuine document templates. Your prior travel history in Thailand may come under scrutiny, so be prepared to discuss it. Additionally, you can enter Thailand before your course starts to arrange accommodation, but make sure your visa and entry requirements align.