Updated requirements for ED visa

[jimjams33]

Hi. I just wanted to start a new thread on the ED visa situation as there are a few threads already with lots of information (sometimes conflicting) so I just wanted to make it easier for people trying to obtain information

Please correct the points below if I am wrong, just wanted to consolidate the information and make it easier to find. Below is what i have gleaned from the previous posts. Confirmation of points would be appreciated too, so we can have a much clearer understanding of what is required. Please add other points if not covered.

1 – the new rules will only effect people applying for a new ED visa and not those who already have an ED visa.

2 – That means people already with ED visa’s will not have to provide any other information when extending for either 90 days (language schools) or 1 year (Universities) other than what is normally required.

3 – This only effects new applicants who need the letter from the MOE before applying for the ED visa

4 – If you are applying for the first time then you will need to show proof of money being either transferred from abroad or withdrawn from a foreign bank account whilst in Thailand

5 – At the moment there is no definitive amount of money that need to be shown in your bank account from abroad…It actually doesn’t even ask for proof, just need to fill on the form who or how you are being supported. Bank letters from the UK (my bank Barclays does this for me anyway) stating money has been transferred to a Thai bank account in your name and or cash withdrawals from an ATM using a foreign card then that should be fine. (they just want to see how you are supporting yourself)

6 – Visa history of 2 years (if applying in Bangkok) and 1 year (if applying outside of Bangkok) is required and what the purpose of the visa was for. But for me this is a moot point as when applying for an ED visa….they have a copy of your passport with visa pages anyway.

I hope this helps people.

[Maestro]

Already running here: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/691465-stricter-requirements-new-application-forms-for-ed-visa-extensions/

Let's keep this all in one topic.