Non-Immigrant “ED” Visa

***For Chinese applicants who intend to stay in Thailand longer than 90 days, the Consulate is required to submit your application to the relevant agencies in Thailand to get an approval from them first. Since we cannot tell how long the relevant agencies need to review your application, please submit your application to us approximately 4 weeks in advance***

For short-term study in Thailand (language or special skilled courses, etc.)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

1.      Passport or travel documents with validity of not less than 6 months

2.      A photocopy of passport or travel document

3.      Four visa application forms completely filled out in English

4.      Four recent photographs of the applicant with white background (2 inches)

5.      Fully-paid, confirmed roundtrip air ticket and its photocopy

6.      The original letter of acceptance (in English or Thai) from the registered academic institution in Thailand, stating the course and duration of studying, with the official seal, signature of the legal representative, address and contact number of the institution in Thailand. (The fax, e-mail or PDF is not acceptable)

7.      Current bank statement with minimum balance of 30,000 RMB for the study period of less than one year and 50,000 RMB for the study period of more than one year. If using parent’s account, the applicants have to submit the document that proofs the relationship i.e. birth certificate or household register with notarization

8.      The original acceptance letter issued by the educational department/bureau of the Thai government

9.      The certified true copy of school registration and school license

10.  Course syllabus in Thai or English

11.  The certificate showing no criminal record with notarization

The applicant who has renewed passport within one year should bring the old passport when submit ting the application

VISA FEE

       480 RMB

VALIDITY OF VISA

Travelers coming to Thailand with this type of visa will be permitted to stay in the Kingdom for a period not exceeding 90 days

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

- All payments of visa processing fees are non-refundable.

- The issuance of all types of visa is solely at the discretion of the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Chengdu.

- Consular officers reserve the rights to request any additional documents or ask for an interview with the applicants.

- The applicants should submit the application form and relevant documents in person.

- Only applicants with residence in Sichuan and Chongqing are eligible to apply for this type of visa