Renewing permission to stay Non-immigrant O

[AlfHuy]

Good afternoon,

 

I am asking here for a very good friend.

 

The lady and her daughter, both Europeans are soon on their 2nd year to renew their permission to stay.

 

Last year, they used an agent but would like to save this money.

 

Daughter is here on a Non-immigrant ED visa. She attends an International school and has already the necessary letter from school, stating that she will attend the year 2020-2021

Her mother is on a Non-immigrant O visa as the guardian.

She has 500k in bank.

 

What are the required documents to renew permission to stay.

I know:

Passport valid min 1 year.

Copy of passport, copy of current visa and extension of stay, entry card, lease contract, 500k in bank, letter from school.

 

Which other official documents are required?

A letter from bank. Does it need just to state that she is a customer and that she holds 500k in her account plus a copy of updated bankbook.

Can this be done the day before going to immigration as UOB has not a branch insite the immigration office and they only open late.

 

thanks a lot,

[ubonjoe]

She will need a copy of her daughters passport photo page, visa, most recent extension stamp and TM6 departure card.

The 500k baht will need to be in the bank for 90 days on the day she applies.

The bank letter will confirm her account and the balance on the day it is written. Copies of updated bank book showing the 500k baht in the bank.

They will accept a letter from the bank done the day before but the bank book will need to be update on the day she applies.

[AlfHuy]

17 minutes ago, ubonjoe said:

She will need a copy of her daughters passport photo page, visa, most recent extension stamp and TM6 departure card.

The 500k baht will need to be in the bank for 90 days on the day she applies.

The bank letter will confirm her account and the balance on the day it is written. Copies of updated bank book showing the 500k baht in the bank.

They will accept a letter from the bank done the day before but the bank book will need to be update on the day she applies.

thanks a lot

[AlfHuy]

Just now, AlfHuy said:

thanks a lot

which forms we could print out and complete before going to immigration.

like TM7

TM28

notification from the landlord

copy lease

copy landlord's ID

Statment 3

Drawing a map of where they live 

etc...

[AlfHuy]

I copied this from : pattayacityexpatclub.com

Very clear and helpful.

Thank you

 

Extension for the Purpose of Education

If you want to study in Thailand, it is possible to extend your stay. The length of each extension will depend on the type of school and course of study. The latest Immigration Police Order governing Extensions of Stay, made several changes including the period of extension of stay that can be approved. To qualify, you must have entered Thailand on a Non-Immigrant Visa (ED).

  

Educational Institution Government

Private Non Formal

Extension Period Up to one year

Up to 90 days Up to 90 days

Number of Extensions

No limit
Not to exceed one year from date of entry into Thailand Not to exceed one year from date of entry into Thailand

        

Note: The extension period must be confirmed and requested by the Educational Institution, the Educational Institution must be approved by the relevant Government agency (usually the Ministry of Education), and, except for international schools and higher education, be confirmed by the relevant Government agency.

Non Formal Educational schools are those for studies in religion, arts and sports, vocational, tutorial, and skill development (the Private Education Commission specifies what type of study qualifies as such an educational institution).

Prior to the August 2014 changes, many foreigners that had sufficient financial resources to support their living and studying in Thailand without working and did not otherwise qualify to extend their stay, opted to enroll in a course of study. Unfortunately, many abused this legal means of staying in Thailand by enrolling in, but not attending, language, diving, or Muay Thai boxing schools. Consequently, Thai Education and Immigration officials are giving these types of studies more scrutiny, e.g., expecting a person who has been attending a Thai language school for a year or more to be able to understand and converse in the Thai language commensurate with the time they have been studying.

Before you can apply for an extension of stay, you must first obtain a Non-Immigrant “ED” Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate which are all located outside of Thailand. Information on obtaining this type of Visa can be found in the Entering Thailand section. Upon arrival, you will be granted a 90 day permission to stay. After entry, you will need to apply for an extension of stay at your local Thai Immigration Office.

Also, when you are granted an extension of stay, Thai Immigration allows your parent(s), spouse, and unmarried children under age 20 (natural, adopted, or stepchild) to also obtain an extension of stay (they will need to obtain a Non-Immigrant “O” Visa at a Thai Embassy or Consulate). The extension granted will correspond to the time period granted for your extension; thus it can be from 90 days up to one year.

In most cases, the school where you enroll will know what documents are required by the local Thai Immigration Office. Many of the language school websites note that four hours or more of study a week is sufficient to qualify for the extension of stay.

TIP: You can enter Thailand using Visa Exemption or a Tourist Visa to get an initial 30 or 60 day stay and use this visit to identify the institution and course of study you wish to undertake. They can provide you with the necessary documentation to obtain a Non-Immigrant “ED” Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate in a neighboring country. Returning to Thailand using the “ED” Visa, you can then apply to Thai Immigration for an extension of stay as noted above.

Requirements for Extensions of Stay for Purpose of Study

To extend your stay in Thailand, you will need to meet the following requirements (the length of the extension is at the discretion of the Thai Immigration Office):

1. HoldaNon-Immigrant“ED”Visa May 2020

 

2. Beenrolledinanaccreditedinstitutioninacourseofstudythatrequiresyoutoremaininthe Kingdom for an extended period (accredited means it is approved by the Ministry of Education)

3. In the case of parent(s) of the foreigner with the “ED” visa, they will need to have at least 500,000 Baht on deposit in a Thai bank. For the first extension, it needs to have been on deposit at least 30 days and for subsequent extensions, on deposit for the previous 3 months.

   Documents Required

You should consult with your local Thai Immigration Office as to their specific documentary requirements for obtaining an extension for education purposes. However, based on reports from expats, you can expect to be asked for at least the following:

1. Basic documents needed for all extension applications

2. Original letter of acceptance from an accredited educational institution outlining your course of study including the time period of the course and hours of study per week (It is our understanding that accreditation means that the institution is recognized by the Thai Ministry of Education). If applying for your subsequent extension(s), you may be asked to provide evidence you have actually studied at the institution.

3. In the case of parent(s) of the foreigner with the “ED” visa, evidence of the required financial resources:

   1. Photocopies of the identity page and pages from bank passbook showing that the 500,000 Baht in funds has been on deposit for the required amount of time.

   2. Original Letter from the Bank verifying the account and balance (should be dated no more than 7 days before the application date)

   3. Evidence of parental relationship, e.g. birth certificate showing name of applicant as a parent.

      Renewal of the Extension of Stay

Your extension of stay will be from 90 days to one year. Prior to the expiration date, you will need to renew the extension for another period. The process is the same as for the initial application. You must obtain a new extension before the previous one expires. PLEASE NOTE – if you are attending other than a Government Educational Institution, you will not be granted an extension of stay beyond one year from your date of entry into Thailand; thus you will have to leave Thailand and obtain another Non-Immigrant ED Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate.

You must get a Re-Entry Permit if you plan to depart and return to Thailand during your extension period – this will keep your extension valid – otherwise it will be canceled when you depart.

[Max69xl]

8 hours ago, AlfHuy said:

I copied this from : pattayacityexpatclub.com

Very clear and helpful.

Thank you

 

Extension for the Purpose of Education

If you want to study in Thailand, it is possible to extend your stay. The length of each extension will depend on the type of school and course of study. The latest Immigration Police Order governing Extensions of Stay, made several changes including the period of extension of stay that can be approved. To qualify, you must have entered Thailand on a Non-Immigrant Visa (ED).

  

Educational Institution Government

Private Non Formal

Extension Period Up to one year

Up to 90 days Up to 90 days

Number of Extensions

No limit
Not to exceed one year from date of entry into Thailand Not to exceed one year from date of entry into Thailand

        

Note: The extension period must be confirmed and requested by the Educational Institution, the Educational Institution must be approved by the relevant Government agency (usually the Ministry of Education), and, except for international schools and higher education, be confirmed by the relevant Government agency.

Non Formal Educational schools are those for studies in religion, arts and sports, vocational, tutorial, and skill development (the Private Education Commission specifies what type of study qualifies as such an educational institution).

Prior to the August 2014 changes, many foreigners that had sufficient financial resources to support their living and studying in Thailand without working and did not otherwise qualify to extend their stay, opted to enroll in a course of study. Unfortunately, many abused this legal means of staying in Thailand by enrolling in, but not attending, language, diving, or Muay Thai boxing schools. Consequently, Thai Education and Immigration officials are giving these types of studies more scrutiny, e.g., expecting a person who has been attending a Thai language school for a year or more to be able to understand and converse in the Thai language commensurate with the time they have been studying.

Before you can apply for an extension of stay, you must first obtain a Non-Immigrant “ED” Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate which are all located outside of Thailand. Information on obtaining this type of Visa can be found in the Entering Thailand section. Upon arrival, you will be granted a 90 day permission to stay. After entry, you will need to apply for an extension of stay at your local Thai Immigration Office.

Also, when you are granted an extension of stay, Thai Immigration allows your parent(s), spouse, and unmarried children under age 20 (natural, adopted, or stepchild) to also obtain an extension of stay (they will need to obtain a Non-Immigrant “O” Visa at a Thai Embassy or Consulate). The extension granted will correspond to the time period granted for your extension; thus it can be from 90 days up to one year.

In most cases, the school where you enroll will know what documents are required by the local Thai Immigration Office. Many of the language school websites note that four hours or more of study a week is sufficient to qualify for the extension of stay.

TIP: You can enter Thailand using Visa Exemption or a Tourist Visa to get an initial 30 or 60 day stay and use this visit to identify the institution and course of study you wish to undertake. They can provide you with the necessary documentation to obtain a Non-Immigrant “ED” Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate in a neighboring country. Returning to Thailand using the “ED” Visa, you can then apply to Thai Immigration for an extension of stay as noted above.

Requirements for Extensions of Stay for Purpose of Study

To extend your stay in Thailand, you will need to meet the following requirements (the length of the extension is at the discretion of the Thai Immigration Office):

1. HoldaNon-Immigrant“ED”Visa May 2020

 

2. Beenrolledinanaccreditedinstitutioninacourseofstudythatrequiresyoutoremaininthe Kingdom for an extended period (accredited means it is approved by the Ministry of Education)

3. In the case of parent(s) of the foreigner with the “ED” visa, they will need to have at least 500,000 Baht on deposit in a Thai bank. For the first extension, it needs to have been on deposit at least 30 days and for subsequent extensions, on deposit for the previous 3 months.

   Documents Required

You should consult with your local Thai Immigration Office as to their specific documentary requirements for obtaining an extension for education purposes. However, based on reports from expats, you can expect to be asked for at least the following:

1. Basic documents needed for all extension applications

2. Original letter of acceptance from an accredited educational institution outlining your course of study including the time period of the course and hours of study per week (It is our understanding that accreditation means that the institution is recognized by the Thai Ministry of Education). If applying for your subsequent extension(s), you may be asked to provide evidence you have actually studied at the institution.

3. In the case of parent(s) of the foreigner with the “ED” visa, evidence of the required financial resources:

   1. Photocopies of the identity page and pages from bank passbook showing that the 500,000 Baht in funds has been on deposit for the required amount of time.

   2. Original Letter from the Bank verifying the account and balance (should be dated no more than 7 days before the application date)

   3. Evidence of parental relationship, e.g. birth certificate showing name of applicant as a parent.

      Renewal of the Extension of Stay

Your extension of stay will be from 90 days to one year. Prior to the expiration date, you will need to renew the extension for another period. The process is the same as for the initial application. You must obtain a new extension before the previous one expires. PLEASE NOTE – if you are attending other than a Government Educational Institution, you will not be granted an extension of stay beyond one year from your date of entry into Thailand; thus you will have to leave Thailand and obtain another Non-Immigrant ED Visa from a Thai Embassy or Consulate.

You must get a Re-Entry Permit if you plan to depart and return to Thailand during your extension period – this will keep your extension valid – otherwise it will be canceled when you depart.

The documents in the PCEC's list is what's needed at Jomtien Immigration. There 'might' be different requirements at other immigration offices. Just saying.