Education visa (Non-ED): requirements, fees and stay
For students at approved language schools, universities and accredited courses. Students at Ministry of Education approved language schools, universities or other accredited courses (including Muay Thai and cooking schools) who will genuinely attend classes.
Last checked:
Sources: immigration.go.th, image.mfa.go.th, thethaiger.com
Pending expert reviewCompiled from the official sources linked on each row.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Visa feeUnconfirmed | 2,000 THB Single-entry Non-Immigrant ED costs 2,000 THB in Thailand; embassies charge local equivalents that vary. | immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Stay per entry | 90 days The ED visa admits you for up to 90 days on entry. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Extension lengthUnconfirmed | 90 days Language-school students usually extend in 90-day blocks while enrolled and attending; degree students can extend for the program length. | thethaiger.com In effect from |
| Extension of stay fee | 1,900 THB Each extension of stay at immigration costs the standard 1,900 THB fee. | thethaiger.com In effect from |
| 90-day reporting | Yes ED holders must file a 90-day report for any stay longer than 90 consecutive days. | thethaiger.com In effect from |
| Can work in Thailand | No The ED visa does not permit employment; work needs a separate visa and work permit. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
Documents you will need
- Passport valid at least 6 months
- Acceptance or enrolment letter from the Thai school
- School's Ministry of Education registration and approval letter
- Recent bank statement (often last 3 months)
- Criminal record certificate (some embassies)
- Photos
Documents per the MFA ED checklist; embassies vary.
Not sure this is the right visa?
Answer six questions and compare all eight routes.
Questions people ask
›How long can I stay on the Education visa?
90 days. The ED visa admits you for up to 90 days on entry.
›How much does the Education visa cost?
2,000 THB. Single-entry Non-Immigrant ED costs 2,000 THB in Thailand; embassies charge local equivalents that vary.
›Can I work on the Education visa?
No. The ED visa does not permit employment; work needs a separate visa and work permit.
›Do I need to do 90-day reporting on the Education visa?
Yes. ED holders must file a 90-day report for any stay longer than 90 consecutive days.