Thailand · Study

Thailand Non-Immigrant ED — degree or school study

Q: Who qualifies for this route to Thailand?

The official source states: “Study at an accepted Thai educational institution.” (image.mfa.go.th, read 2026-07-27.)

Q: How much money do I need?

The official source states: “The applicant must show funds sufficient for tuition and living expenses; the central checklist does not state one universal amount.” It does not publish a fixed amount — no minimum figure is stated. (image.mfa.go.th, read 2026-07-27.)

14 facts quoted from the official source

Study at an accepted Thai educational institution.

Income required: —
Can bring: —
Requirements: 3

Who qualifies

Who this route is for

Every item below is the government’s own wording, quoted from the official source. Whether you personally qualify depends on your full profile.

3 requirements quoted from the official source.

The conditions that decide it

Admission or enrolment at an education institutionAn admission or enrolment document from the qualifying institution is required.
Financial meansThe applicant must show funds sufficient for tuition and living expenses; the central checklist does not state one universal amount.

What you’ll show with your application

Paperwork you prepare — it does not rule you out.

Passport or travel documentA passport or travel document valid for at least 6 months is required.via mfa.go.th

Also stated by the source

Extension Up To MonthsA qualifying holder may request an extension up to one year; approval is discretionary and depends on the relevant purpose.via mfa.go.th
Multiple Entry ThbThe central fee schedule states THB 2,000 for a single-entry non-immigrant visa and THB 5,000 for a multiple-entry visa.via mfa.go.th · checked 2026-07-27
Passport Validity Months MinA passport or travel document valid for at least 6 months is required.via mfa.go.th
Single Entry ThbThe central fee schedule states THB 2,000 for a single-entry non-immigrant visa and THB 5,000 for a multiple-entry visa.via mfa.go.th · checked 2026-07-27
Work rights during studyStudent status does not itself authorise employment.via osos.boi.go.th

Family

Who you can bring

— Not stated in the official source. The official page for this route does not address dependent-family rights, so we do not publish a claim either way.

Costs & timelines

What the source prices

Fees

1 proven from the official source.

FeeThe central fee schedule states THB 2,000 for a single-entry non-immigrant visa and THB 5,000 for a multiple-entry visa.via mfa.go.th · checked 2026-07-27

Validity

4 proven from the official source.

Duration and validityA single-entry non-immigrant visa is normally valid for three months and initially permits a stay of up to 90 days.via mfa.go.th
Initial Stay Days MaxA single-entry non-immigrant visa is normally valid for three months and initially permits a stay of up to 90 days.via mfa.go.th
Visa Validity MonthsA single-entry non-immigrant visa is normally valid for three months and initially permits a stay of up to 90 days.via mfa.go.th
Renewal and extensionA qualifying holder may request an extension up to one year; approval is discretionary and depends on the relevant purpose.via mfa.go.th

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FAQ

Straight answers

01Who qualifies for this route to Thailand?

The official source states: Study at an accepted Thai educational institution.

02How much money do I need?

The official source states: The applicant must show funds sufficient for tuition and living expenses; the central checklist does not state one universal amount. It does not publish a fixed amount — no minimum figure is stated.

Every answer is quoted from the official image.mfa.go.th page for this route, last read 2026-07-27.

We checked 14 points against the official source; 14 are quoted on this page. The other 0 are either not addressed by the source or not yet backed by a quote — we would rather show you the edge of the record than fill it with a plausible guess.

See the 0 open points

Processing time is not published in the official source for this route. We publish a number only when the official text states that number.

Not stated in the official source — the official source names no exclusion for this route.

The source

Where every quote comes from

Official government source image.mfa.go.thLast read 2026-07-27 Every quote on this page is from this Thailand government page.

Compiled from official sources · pending independent re-check · Last checked 2026-07-27 · Our methodology

· Compiled by António Mira · How we verify · Not legal advice — rules change; confirm with the official source before deciding.

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