Clear guidance on the Non-ED visa - requirements, approved school documents, renewals, pricing, and what to expect at immigration in Thailand.
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Chiang Mai first-year education visa support typically starts from 54,000 baht
The Non-Immigrant ED visa is for genuine educational enrollment. Timing, school support letters, extension planning, and compliance steps all matter if you want the process to go smoothly.
We assist students and language learners through every step of the Non-ED visa process - from confirming the school qualifies and obtaining the right support letters, to filing extensions and managing 90-day reporting and re-entry permits afterwards. Chiang Mai first-year education visa support typically starts from 54,000 baht, depending on the school and program selected. Our guidance is based on how Chiang Mai and Bangkok immigration offices actually process education visa applications, not just the rules on paper.
Contact Us on LINEThe Non-ED visa is not a general long-stay visa. It is for foreign nationals studying at an approved Thai institution and maintaining a genuine educational basis for the visa.
Visa Type: Non-Immigrant ED (Education)
Who It's For: Foreign nationals studying at an approved Thai institution
Initial Duration: Usually 90 days; extendable based on school enrollment
Core Requirement: Enrollment with an approved school or language program
Extensions: Tied to active enrollment and school support paperwork
90-Day Reporting: Required for long-stay holders and separate from visa renewal
These are the standard requirements for a Non-Immigrant ED visa. Specific details can vary depending on where you apply, your school, and your individual circumstances.
For Chiang Mai education visa cases, full first-year support typically starts from 54,000 baht depending on the school and program selected. We confirm the details before you commit so you understand the full cost and process.
Immigration offices can request additional items. This checklist covers what is typically needed and keeps the page aligned with the current live content.
Personal Documents
Original passport with at least 18 months validity
Copies of all passport pages, including photo page, stamp pages, and previous visas
Recent passport-sized photos
Copy of your current immigration stamp or permission to stay if already in Thailand
TM.30 address notification or rental agreement
School & Institution Documents
Acceptance or enrollment letter from the approved school or university
Letter of support from the educational institution addressed to immigration
Program details, course schedule, and duration confirmation
Any ministry or institutional approvals relevant to the school
Proof of fee payment or tuition registration where required
Financial & Application Documents
Completed Non-Immigrant visa application form (TM.87 or equivalent)
Bank statements or evidence of sufficient funds
Visa application fee
Any extension-specific forms required by the immigration office
Most Non-ED visa holders need to extend their permission to stay on a regular basis. The extension timeline depends on your school program and immigration office requirements.
Before planning any extension, verify that your school is providing the correct support letters and that your attendance record and program status are in good order. Without this, the extension process will not proceed smoothly.
Collect your passport, school support letters, TM.30 address documents, application forms, and any additional items the immigration office requires. Do not leave this until the week your permission expires.
Extensions must be filed before your current permission to stay expires. Immigration offices in Chiang Mai and Bangkok have their own procedures. Late filing, wrong documents, or missing a requirement will create delays and potential fines.
Attend your appointment with a complete document set. In some cases, officers may request additional supporting materials. Having a clear picture of your case before you go reduces avoidable delays on the day.
Long-stay compliance does not end with the visa itself. The live page makes clear that 90-day reporting and travel planning are separate obligations.
These are the issues the live page calls out most clearly, and they are usually avoidable with proper preparation.
Not every language school or education program in Thailand has a proper arrangement with immigration. If the school cannot produce the right support letters, your visa case will be difficult regardless of your enrollment.
Many applicants travel and discover on return that their extension has been cancelled. A re-entry permit must be obtained before you leave Thailand, not after.
Extension paperwork takes time to gather. Leaving it until one or two weeks before expiry creates unnecessary risk of overstaying.
The 90-day address report is a legal requirement separate from your visa renewal. Missing it results in a fine and can complicate your overall immigration record.
An education visa does not grant permission to work. If you earn income in Thailand, a work permit is generally required alongside the appropriate visa category.
Incorrect photos, missing forms, or school letters that do not meet immigration standards are among the most common reasons applications are delayed or refused.
Whether you are applying for the first time, planning an extension, or checking school paperwork, contact the team for education visa guidance in Chiang Mai or Bangkok.
Get Education Visa Help on LINEWe work within the local immigration systems your application goes through. Our guidance reflects how things actually work at these offices, not just what is written in general guidance.
Thai visa rules can be difficult to interpret. We explain what applies to your situation directly, so you know what to prepare and why before taking any steps.
We look at your visa history, school, timeline, and goals before advising you, not a generic checklist. Education visa situations vary significantly from one applicant to another.
Getting the documents right and filing at the right time makes a real difference. We help you understand what is needed before you go to immigration, not after something goes wrong.
Visit or locate our Chiang Mai head office before calling, emailing, or arranging an appointment for education visa help.
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Education visa matters often connect to wider immigration tasks, especially if you are staying long term, traveling, or comparing visa categories.
Answers to the questions asked most often about the Non-ED visa.
Whether you are applying for the first time, managing an extension in Chiang Mai or Bangkok, or dealing with school or reporting questions, contact the team for clear guidance based on your actual situation.
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