Thailand Student Visa

Course Description

Thailand's Non-Immigrant ED (Education) Visa is the official visa category for international students enrolled in Thai educational institutions, language schools, Muay Thai training programmes, and other approved courses. It is one of Southeast Asia's most widely used education visas, with a straightforward application process and flexible usage across a wide range of programmes. This course provides a complete, practical guide to the Thai Non-ED Visa covering institution approval requirements, application procedures at Thai embassies and in-country, extension processes, and the rules governing visa holders during their stay. Ideal for immigration consultants and education advisors working with students and professionals considering study-based stays in Thailand. After completing this course, you will be able to manage Non-ED Visa applications and extensions competently, serving a broad range of student and lifestyle-driven clients.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: Thailand's Education Visa Framework and Non-ED Category
  Understand the Non-ED Visa structure, which types of institutions and programmes qualify, and how the visa differs from other long-stay options available in Thailand.
  
  Module 2: Institution Approval and Enrolment Requirements
  Learn which institutions are approved to sponsor Non-ED Visas, how to verify school approval status, and what enrolment documentation is required for the application.
  
  Module 3: Visa Application at Thai Embassies and Consulates
  Understand the step-by-step application process, required documents, and how Non-ED Visa applications are handled at Thai diplomatic missions abroad.
  
  Module 4: In-Country Applications and Visa-on-Arrival Conversion
  Learn how students already in Thailand on other visa categories can convert to a Non-ED Visa through the Bangkok or regional immigration offices.
  
  Module 5: Visa Extension Process and Compliance Requirements
  Study the 90-day reporting obligation, annual extension procedures, required school attendance records, and how to keep clients fully compliant throughout their study period.
  
  Module 6: Real Case Scenarios and Practical Consultant Workflow
  Apply your learning through practical client scenarios, including common mistakes, overstay risks, and how to manage Non-ED Visa cases efficiently across different programme types.