Non-Immigrant ED Visa for Students at ADVEX Management School

ADVEX Management School is licensed by the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC), Ministry of Education, Thailand, and is authorized to accept international students. Students enrolling at ADVEX may apply for a Non-Immigrant ED Visa to legally stay in Thailand for study purposes.

Who Needs a Non-Immigrant ED Visa?

International students who enroll in a full-time academic program, professional training, or seminar courses at ADVEX Management School must apply for a Non-Immigrant ED Visa before traveling to Thailand. This visa allows students to legally stay in the country for the duration of their study.

Key Benefits of the Non-Immigrant ED Visa

✔ Legally reside in Thailand while studying at ADVEX
✔ Extendable stay for the duration of the course
✔ Multiple re-entry options (with a re-entry permit)
✔ Support from ADVEX in visa processing

How to Apply for the Non-Immigrant ED Visa

1. Application from Your Home Country

Students must apply for a Non-Immigrant ED Visa (Education Visa) at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in their home country before arriving in Thailand.

2. Required Documents for the Visa Application

To apply for the visa, students must submit the following documents to the Thai Embassy/Consulate:

✅ Valid Passport (with at least 6 months validity)
✅ Completed Visa Application Form
✅ Passport-sized Photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
✅ Letter of Acceptance from ADVEX Management School
✅ School Certification Letter confirming course enrollment
✅ ADVEX's Registration Certificate issued by the Ministry of Education
✅ Financial Proof (Bank statement showing a minimum balance of THB 20,000)

Note: Additional documents may be required depending on the embassy’s regulations in each country.

Entering Thailand with an ED Visa

Initial Stay Duration

• The Non-Immigrant ED Visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.

• Upon arrival in Thailand, students will be granted an initial 90-day stay.

Visa Extension

• Before the 90-day period expires, students must visit the Thai Immigration Bureau to extend the visa for the duration of their course.

• It is possible that on the extension, VISA may be granted upto 12 months

• ADVEX Management School provides supporting documents for the extension process.

Re-Entry and Travel During Studies

• If a student needs to leave Thailand temporarily, a Re-Entry Permit must be obtained from the Immigration Bureau before departure.

• Failure to obtain a re-entry permit will cancel the current ED Visa, requiring the student to apply for a new visa from outside Thailand.

90-Day Reporting Requirement

Thai Immigration requires all foreigners on long-term visas to report their residential address every 90 days at the Immigration Bureau. ADVEX provides assistance to students with this process.

Additional Requirements for Certain Nationalities

• Students from specific countries may be required to apply in person and provide additional documentation.

• Some nationalities may require security clearance or background checks.

Visa Fees 

• ADVEX administration fee USD 200

• Single-entry ED Visa: USD 80 (valid for 3 months)

• Visa extension fee: THB 1,900 per extension (paid directly to the Immigration Bureau)

• Re-entry permit fee:

  • Single Re-Entry: THB 1,000

  • Multiple Re-Entry: THB 3,800

How ADVEX Supports Students in the Visa Process

✅ Official school documents provided for visa application and extensions
✅ Guidance on visa regulations and re-entry permits
✅ Support for 90-day reporting at the Thai Immigration Bureau
✅ Dedicated staff assistance for visa-related inquiries

Important Notes

• All documents must be in English or Thai. If in another language, an official translation is required.

• Students must comply with Thai visa and immigration laws throughout their stay.

• ADVEX reserves the right to refuse visa support if a student does not meet the school’s enrollment or compliance requirements.

Contact Us for Visa Assistance

For further information on Non-Immigrant ED Visa applications and assistance, please contact ADVEX Management School’s Admissions Office.

📍 ADVEX Management School, Bangkok, Thailand
📞 +66 2 114 3748 Ext 100,111, 222, 333
📧 admission@advex.ac.th