Mr Beaver Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Not sure if this should go here or under education... I have a friend in Pakistan, who wishes to attend school here in Thailand. (one year) Yesterday, I checked out one of the "Big name schools, Walen" and was told that Indian or Pakistani citizens were not permitted to get an Ed visa, in Thailand... On the Thai Embassy web site, I believe it says a Police check is all that is required, to obtain the Ed Visa. Anyone run into this with trying to obtain an Ed Visa, by a Indian or Pakistani resident? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnatong Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Your friend if a citizen of Pakistan can only obtain a visa from the Thai embassy in Islamabad http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/ http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 He would have to apply for the visa before traveling to here. I don't see where it mention a police check for the non-ed visa on the Islamabad embassy website unless that is what this means " Documents showing the trust worthy of the applicant." From: http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf As far as I know there is no such restrictions on getting extensions of stay (not visas) based upon attending school at immigration here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Beaver Posted June 4, 2016 Author Share Posted June 4, 2016 (edited) Your friend if a citizen of Pakistan can only obtain a visa from the Thai embassy in Islamabad http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/ http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf Thanks!, yes that is where I think he got the info about needing a Police report.... He's read the info there, but and this is where it becomes an issue..... will the qualified Thai Schools allow him in to study? This is why I was not sure whether to ask here or in the education forum! Thanks also Ubonjoe, he's aware of having to apply before coming! Edited June 4, 2016 by Mr Beaver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnatong Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Your friend if a citizen of Pakistan can only obtain a visa from the Thai embassy in Islamabad http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/ http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf Thanks!, yes that is where I think he got the info about needing a Police report.... He's read the info there, but and this is where it becomes an issue..... will the qualified Thai Schools allow him in to study? This is why I was not sure whether to ask here or in the education forum! Your friend must apply to a school and pay the schools fee. In return the school will provide the documentation need to support a visa application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Beaver Posted June 4, 2016 Author Share Posted June 4, 2016 Your friend if a citizen of Pakistan can only obtain a visa from the Thai embassy in Islamabad http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/ http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf Thanks!, yes that is where I think he got the info about needing a Police report.... He's read the info there, but and this is where it becomes an issue..... will the qualified Thai Schools allow him in to study? This is why I was not sure whether to ask here or in the education forum! Your friend must apply to a school and pay the schools fee. In return the school will provide the documentation need to support a visa application. Thanks again, yes this is why I checked out one of the schools as mentioned and it was they who said no students from Indian subcontinent! I just don't want to see him get shafted with a phony school after paying money! The one he checked out was AAA Thai, which I cannot find any info on.... after looking through the Education section last night... I will check out more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomwct Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Why doesn't he go to school in Pakistan! It's a wonderful country and very nice. I'm sure they have better schools than Thailand. Pakistan is also a wonderful vacation spot especially in the mountains! So, your friend should reconsider his school choices. No need to leave home! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnatong Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Your friend if a citizen of Pakistan can only obtain a visa from the Thai embassy in Islamabad http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/ http://www.thaiembassy.org/islamabad/contents/files/services-20160324-002216-287188.pdf Thanks!, yes that is where I think he got the info about needing a Police report.... He's read the info there, but and this is where it becomes an issue..... will the qualified Thai Schools allow him in to study? This is why I was not sure whether to ask here or in the education forum! Your friend must apply to a school and pay the schools fee. In return the school will provide the documentation need to support a visa application. Thanks again, yes this is why I checked out one of the schools as mentioned and it was they who said no students from Indian subcontinent! I just don't want to see him get shafted with a phony school after paying money! The one he checked out was AAA Thai, which I cannot find any info on.... after looking through the Education section last night... I will check out more! That school you name has an easily found website ................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Beaver Posted June 4, 2016 Author Share Posted June 4, 2016 Why doesn't he go to school in Pakistan! It's a wonderful country and very nice. I'm sure they have better schools than Thailand. Pakistan is also a wonderful vacation spot especially in the mountains! So, your friend should reconsider his school choices. No need to leave home! I have said that to him too ... I guess grass always seems greener elsewhere ... he's been here twice and likes it... I would love to see his country too.... One day perhaps! Will pursue further and thanks again for your input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Beaver Posted June 4, 2016 Author Share Posted June 4, 2016 Too many quote blocks, to reply to Johnatong...." That school you name has an easily found website " Yes, it was more of whether to find out if the place had a good reputation... Websites can say anything... Will ask in the ED forum and see if anyone has experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
post Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Just wonder what subject your friend is interested in? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrfaroukh Posted June 5, 2016 Share Posted June 5, 2016 I heard that they are extra hard on some citizens from trouble areas. Probably he can get the visa but with difficulties. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avrock Posted June 5, 2016 Share Posted June 5, 2016 He definitely can get an ed visa & yes a police clearance is required & these days it's extra hard because of fake documents & stuff but it's based on 5 nationalities at the moment( a TV post coming soon) he would need to get his transcripts & documents attested from higher education commission as well as foreign office before applying for the Ed visa 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Beaver Posted June 6, 2016 Author Share Posted June 6, 2016 Will do more investigating today, thanks for input! Will watch out for updated posting from Avrock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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