What is a non-ed visa?

The Thai visiting scholar visa needs to be processed in two parts: 1. Apply for a non-immigrant visa (Non-ED) at the Thai Embassy in China (this visa is valid for 90 days). 2. The Thai Immigration Bureau handles the extension application (because the study visit time is generally more than 6 months, a visa extension application is required). Based on our specific application process, Knowledge Network has compiled and summarized it in detail, hoping to be helpful to visiting study applicants.

1. Procedures for domestic Thai Embassy 1. Visa type: Non-immigrant education visa (Non-ED) 2. Visa information a. Visa application form (download from the official website of the Thai Embassy https://template (See attachment); b. Original invitation letter issued by the host institution in Thailand; c. Personal passport; d. Two color bareheaded frontal photos with white background taken within the past 6 months. If the ID photo does not match your current appearance, you will be rejected. visa application); e. Proof of funds, 50,000 RMB (go to the local bank to issue a certificate of deposit one week before the visa is to be confirmed); f. Income leave permission certificate/guarantee letter/dispatch letter issued by the domestic employment unit (use the unit’s letterhead) Printed on letterhead and attached with the unit's address and phone number. This letter must be stamped with the official seal, signed by the person in charge, and indicate the name and position of the signer. Guarantee content: applicant's name, purpose of going to Thailand, length of stay in Thailand, etc.) ; g. Air ticket reservation form; h. Accommodation information; i. Visa application fee: 450￥ (please bring credit card and cash in case of emergencies); j. Personal ID card; 3. Visa process a. Applicant needs Prepare the above information; b. Apply online and make an appointment; c. Bring the information to the Thai Consulate in China for application processing (delivery time: 9:00-11:00 am). It usually takes two weeks to process; d. After approval, The applicant will be notified to go to the embassy to provide final air tickets and accommodation information, collect passports, etc. (Pickup time: 14:00-16:00 pm). The visa is generally valid for 3 months. After going to Thailand, you need to apply for a further visa extension.

2. Steps to apply for visa extension after going to Thailand 1. Processing time node: Applying for a visa in China is for a maximum of 3 months, so after arriving in Thailand, you need to apply within half a month before the visa expires. , submit an application to the Immigration Bureau, Notification of staying, (please see "3. Procedures"). Thailand Immigration Bureau: Thai Immigration Bureau Division 2. The competent bureau that accepts applications: Call Center: 1178 Address: Immigration Bureau 507 Soi Suan Plu Sathorn Bangkok 10120 0-2287-3101 to 10 Fax: 0-2287-1516, 0-2287- 1310. Application procedures: Website: Regarding the application procedures for staying in Thailand for more than 90 days, you can go to the Immigration Bureau in person to apply for notification, or you can entrust someone else to apply, or you can apply by registered mail. But it must be sent within 15 days before the 90-day period expires. Applicants can first register and notify the embassy via email. 4. Prepare the list of documents a. Copies of passport and entry-exit record, visa and other pages; b. Copy of immigration card; c. Previous notice of accommodation for more than 90 days (if any); d. Completely completed and signed notification application form, an envelope with a 10 baht stamp and the foreigner’s mailing address so that the clerk can return the lower part of the TM form. After receiving the notice, this part must be kept for subsequent stays of more than 90 days; f. The above documents are sent by registered mail, and the mail is sent 15 days before the renewal date to: Immigration Department No. 1, Rasi Government Building, Bangkok Office Immigration 1 90-day registration (the following is the English detailed address) 90 DAYS REGISTRATION, IMMIGRATION DIVISION 1 Chalermprakiat Government Complex 120 MOO 3, CHAENGWATTANA ROAD, SOI 7, LAKSI, BANGKOK. 10210

Tips: 1. Your registered letter must be sent to Immigration at least 15 days before the notice is due. 2. Your new form will be stamped on the expiration date of your old receipt. 3. If you lose your email, please keep the registration email you received. 4. If you exceed the 90-day limit, your document cannot be processed. (You must go to the nearest immigration office or immigration office in person to pay a fine of 2,000 baht) 5. If there is no reply to the email for more than 1 month, please contact the immigration office and provide your registered email information. Tip: Since relevant policies may be adjusted, applicants are encouraged to pay attention to changes in the official websites of the Thai Embassy and the Thai Immigration Bureau in a timely manner.

Attachment: Thai Embassy Visa Application Form