@Linda *****

in Thai case

Chula - absolute number 1

Duke - haven’t tried myself, going to in a month, but according to everyone I talked to, it’s an absolute number 2

And Sumaa. They are the same quality as chula, and similar curriculum, since the school was founded by Chula teachers, but I perform better under academic stress than in a relaxed 1on1 classes. I think Sumaa also offers groups, but have not tried

@Linda *****

chula can provide all paperwork for ED visa but won’t assist you with getting one

Duke can and does ED visas

@Nikali ************

most don’t, but a number of reputable school provide ED visa too. No one forces students to study in a shite visa factory school

No idea. I had ED visa years ago, it was my very first proper real visa after Covid stamps. I went to study Thai and it has been life changing for me,

It kickstarted my love for Thai language, and years later I’m still studying, getting better and better. The best decision I’ve ever done.

But I guess those, who just want to abuse the system and have no interest in actually learning Thai, have problems when immigration sees ED visa and asks them in Thai some simple question, like what’s your favourite dish or if what’s your name. And rightfully, when they can’t way a single word, they get denied

@Ellie ******

phew thank you so much! ChatGPT told me it’s a special type of visa for religious and charitable work 🤪 that was quite a scare, starting my PR journey from scratch

Wow so amazing so special so brave and stunning. And so unique

@Indira ********

offf, looks like a massive tax liability now

@Dan *******

I’m laughing that you even let the thought a company registration certificate would suffice

Given historically tough Thai immigration

@Cody ********

okay okay, you are torist. In that case I regret to inform you that there are no visa types available for you to support such style of tourism, even if you drop a grand

@Cody ********

well, if you consider yourself a tourist, you may want stick to tourist visa requirements. A tourist can not stay more than a total or 180 days in the country. Only two land crossings per year is allowed. Only twice your 30 day exempt stamp can be extended for further 30 days.

Whether we agree with immigration rules or not, they exist.

For instance, if I want to go visit the US for half a year long road trip, it does not matter if I spend a grand or not, I will be denied entry if I don’t follow to the immigration requirements.

If the county is cheaper than yours, it does not mean you can drop a grand and bend the rules.