Study Thai and get a Long-Term (8 months +) Visa to Stay In Thailand
The Thai Education Visa is your key to living in Thailand
without the hassle of visa runs.
200 hours of Thai language lessons
NO MORE VISA RUNS
Save Money – Stress FREE
NO Hassles
Approved by the Thai Government
26,000 Baht for 8 Months, extendable for years!
Live, Love, Learn Thai
Foreigners can easily live on the beautiful island of Phuket without the need to speak Thai. There’s always the girlfriend, wife or friends to assist with the more difficult issues of communication.
But how much more fun would it be to engage with the locals more, to speak with the waitresses, storeholders, and other locals you come across in daily life? Being able to socialize with mixed groups of westerners and Thai’s and sharing their jokes and laughter. Perhaps you’ll even get a better deal when negotiating your next purchase…..
Learning to speak Thai will provide a much more fulfilling and positive experience to living in this great country and provide you with a new level of enjoyment and confidence.
Our schools are licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education, so when you register for Thai language classes, you qualify for a one-year ED Visa. Using this type of visa, you do not have to do visa runs.
Instead, you apply for a 90 day category “ED’ visa and use documents provided by our school to extend your stay to a full year at the local Ministry of Immigration office in Phuket Town. This allows you to stay in Thailand for a full year with no visa runs.
The school’s lesson fee is 26,000 Baht and there are no other fees from the school. Initially visa fees vary, depending on which consulate you use. The Immigration Office extension fee is 1,900 Baht. Once one full year is done, you can enroll for another year.
We realize that your main reason for visiting the Kingdom may not be for education. We strive to make our program hassle-free for you. If you wish to learn Thai, one year of school includes 200 hours of lessons. This averages to six hours of study each week. We have schools in both Patong and Kamala, and are creating class options, so lessons you wish to attend are convenient.
Better than the Retirement Visa. There is no need for a minimum bank balance, and you do not have to create a company with the associated expense, taxation and legal work involved.
What guarantees do I have? Your fees are 100% refundable if you are not approved for the visa. Course fees are not refundable once the visa has been issued or you have begun your studies.
What nationalities are eligible?
Anyone is eligible for the ED visa. Citizens of India, China, Sri-Lanka, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Iran and Middle Eastern countries must apply for the initial visa in their country.
Locations
Patong International Language School
Ph 076-296372, 076-296-882
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Kamala Language School
82/3 Moo 4, Tambon Kamala, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand
Ph 076-278004
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FAQs
What is the total cost of the program?
The total school fees for the lessons is 26,000 Baht. There are no other fees from the school. Initial visa fees, extension fees and personal items required for study are not included in our fee.
Do I need an ED Visa to study at your school?
No. You are welcome to study Thai language here with any visa. Should you require an ED Visa, we are pleased to assist you with the application.
How much is the Fee for the Visa?
Initial visa fees payable to the Thai Embassy is approximately 2,000 Baht, (various in different countries) and extension fee is 1,900 Baht.
What nationalities are eligible?
Anyone is eligible for the ED visa. Citizens of India, China, Sri-Lanka, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Iran and Middle Eastern countries must apply for the initial visa in their own country.
Where do I apply?
Applications are made in person in our office in Patong or Kamala. It is appreciated if a time is scheduled with our office, to ensure you are promptly serviced with your inquiry.
Can I change my current visa into an ED visa without leaving Thailand?
No, you must obtain the ED Visa in a Thai consulate or embassy outside of Thailand. This means if you are currently in Thailand, you will have to make a trip to a Thai consulate or embassy in another country.
How long does it the visa take to process?
After completing the application in our office, the visa takes approximately two weeks to process. On arrival you will be permitted to stay for 90 days. With the paperwork provided by our school you will be able to extend your stay at intervals determined by your visa at the Phuket Immigration Office for the duration of the course – there will be no need for visa runs. At present, extensions cost only 1,900 Baht each, so this is much cheaper and more convenient than doing visa runs. You can enjoy studying Thai in a relaxed atmosphere, and at the same time not worry about making any visa runs
What do I need to bring for my application?
A complete photocopy of your passport (all pages)
Original passport
20 off passport size photographs
Payment of course fees.
Do I have to go to Phuket Town and report to Immigration through the year?
The ED Visa allows you to extend your stay. Every 90 days you must report to the Immigration Department.
When do I make the payment?
At time of application, payment is required in full. We accept cash and credit card, though for credit cards a service fee of 3% is applicable.
Can I make a direct deposit into your bank?
Yes, here are our bank details.
Bank: The Siam Commercial Bank Plc. Bangkok
Code: SICO TH BK
Branch: Kamala
Name: Michael D Gregory (our owner) Acct#: 826 205 476 2
Physical Address: c/o Villa Karuna, 82/3 Moo 4,
Kamala, Kathu, Phuket, Thailand 83150
What guarantees do I have?
Your fees are 100% refundable if you are not approved for the visa. Course fees are not refundable once the visa has been issued or you have begun your studies.
Can the School guarantee the visa will be granted?
We cannot guarantee the visa will be issued, however we can advise that all nationalities are treated equally and are all welcome to study Thai and experience the culture. Our school processes the application on your behalf and will do the utmost to assist.
Where are your schools located?
Schools are located in Kamala and Patong.
Can you assist me with finding accommodation, or collection from the airport?
We are happy to assist our students with any issues arising with relocating to Phuket. Please discuss your needs with our office staff.
Can I apply for this visa and live elsewhere in Thailand?
No. The EDVisa is issued based on your commitment to attend class. You must live close enough to one of our schools in order to make class.
Can I leave Thailand whilst on this visa?
Yes. However you will need to visit the Department of Immigration to ensure your visa is correct on re-entry to Thailand. The Department will charge a fee for this service.
How many visa runs does the student have to do in the year?
During the visa period, there is no requirement to make visa runs, however at the end of the period, if you choose, you can re-apply and the complete cycle is started again.
Can I work in Thailand on the ED Visa?
If you find work in Thailand during your course of study, you would need to change your visa and obtain an official work visa. Most employers can assist with this process. You are not permitted to work on an ED Visa.
When do classes run?
Classes run four times a week, for one or two hours. 200 hours of lessons in total. This meets the Thai Ministry of Education requirement for issuing the one year ED Visa. Class sizes and times may vary from time to time depending on enrolment.
How many levels of Thai do we teach?
We teach three levels: Basic, Intermediate and Advanced.
Is the teacher Thai?
Our teaches are all Thai, with Certificates in Education.
Can I re-apply for an EDvisa?
Currently the Thai Government allows you to re-apply for the visa, but it is subject to change without notice.
Why should I learn to speak Thai?
Foreigners can easily live on the beautiful island of Phuket without the need to speak Thai. There’s always the girlfriend, wife or friend to assist with the more difficult issues of communication.
But how much more fun would it be to engage with the locals more, to speak with the waitresses, storeholders, and other locals you come across in daily life? Being able to socialize with mixed groups of westerners and Thai’s and sharing their jokes and laughter. Perhaps you’ll even get a better deal when negotiating your next purchase…..
Learning to speak Thai will provide a much more fulfilling and positive experience to living in this great country and provide you with a new level of enjoyment and confidence.
