When to start the visa application process: 

• You should contact the school to inquire about courses and begin the application process for a student visa at least 2-3 months before traveling to Thailand.

When should I travel to Thailand? 

• Your visa is valid for entry to Thailand within 90 days of issuance.
  To ensure a smooth transition to your studies, it's recommended to arrive no earlier than 30 days before your classes begin.

Update:

• Starting July 15th, 2024, Some foreign nationals who entered Thailand with a visa exemption and have been granted a maximum stay of 60 days can apply for a student visa.
  
  
• Starting May 1st, 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival at https://tdac.immigration.go.th/arrival-card/#/home

Follow these steps to apply an ED visa for Thailand (Electronic visa)

STEP 1 : Submit your required documents to the school email (aaathaischool@gmail.com)

Before you begin, please prepare the following documents to upload:

1) PDF/JPEG of the application forms: You can download the forms [here].

2) PDF/JPEG copies of your passport: Include your personal information page and all pages with entry/exit stamps.

3) A digital ID photo (White background) : This photo must be a JPEG or PNG file.

** Please note that the school may request additional documents.

• You will receive an email from the school with a confirmation and payment instructions within one week of our receiving your required documents.
  
  
• Please do not transfer any payment until you receive this confirmation.
  

STEP 2 : Completing your payment 

School bank account detail:

NAME OF BANK: : Krung Thai Bank Public Company Limited
ACCOUNT NAME : Triple A Thai Language School
ACCOUNT No.: 880-0-10427-4
SWIFT CODE (IBAN): KRTHTHBK
BRANCH: Wannasorn Tower
TYPE OF ACCOUNT: Saving Account

Please send a confirmation of your bank transfer (e.g., a copy of your transfer receipt) to the school for verification at aaathaischool@gmail.com

If you're not currently in Thailand, we recommend using Wise (https://wise.com/) for international money transfers.  

• Your document will be submitted to the Ministry of Education by the school to request an Approval Letter.
  
  
• The approval letter application process takes approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
  
  
• Once approved, we will email the approval letter and school license to you for your E-visa application.

STEP 3 : ED visa application

Students are required to submit their non-immigrant ED visa application and all necessary documents online via the official website: https://www.thaievisa.go.th/

School documents 

1. Letter confirming enrollment details from school 
2. Approval letter from the Ministry of Education 
3. Receipt

Please note that additional documents, such as a bank statement, a current residency document, or a criminal record certificate, may be required.

** Please check the required document to apply for a Non-Immigrant category “ED” at Thai embassy website.

• A single-entry Non-Immigrant Visa MUST ENTER Thailand within 90 days from the date of issuance.  
  
  
• Once your ED visa is approved, you will receive your E-visa (PDF) from the Thai embassy. 
  
  
• Print it and show it to the immigration officer when you enter Thailand.
   
• To ensure a smooth transition to your studies, it's recommended to arrive no earlier than 30 days before your classes begin.
  
  
• All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival at https://tdac.immigration.go.th/arrival-card/#/home 

STEP 4 : Enter Thailand

• Present passport to the school within 3 days.
  
  
• The immigration officer will place an arrival stamp in your passport.
  
  
• This stamp will indicate "NON - ED" and will be valid for a period of 90 days.
  
  
• Please present your passport to the school within three days and TM 30
  
  
• Failure to do so will result in you being unable to extend your visa. 

STEP 5 : Visa extension 

For more information on visa extension rules, please visit the following link: [here]