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1. How do I renew my student visa (Non-immigrant ED Visa)?
Answer:
β°When to renew: You should start the renewal process at least 30 days before your current visa expires.
π’Where to renew: Visa extensions are processed at the Immigration Bureau in Nakhon Pathom (Don Yai Hom).
πRequired documents: Generally, you may find the list of visa extension documents on this site. Specific requirements might vary slightly, so always check with the PC office or the Immigration Bureau website for the most up-to-date list.
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2. What documents do I need from my landlord (TM. 30) for my visa extension?
Answer: For your visa extension, please contact your landlord for the complete online TM. 30 report *https://tm30.immigration.go.th/tm30/* and a copy of the lease agreement/contract.
Thai Immigration often requires proof of your residence. This typically includes:
βοΈA TM. 30 form or receipt, which confirms your landlord has reported your stay to Immigration. This is crucial and usually handled by your landlord.
βοΈA copy of your rental agreement
βοΈA copy of your landlord's Thai ID card
βοΈA copy of the house registration book of your rental property
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3. What is a Re-Entry Permit, and when do I need it?
Answer: A Re-Entry Permit allows you to leave Thailand and re-enter without your Non-immigrant ED visa becoming void. There are 2 types of Re-Entry Permit: Single and Multiple.
β°When you need it: If you plan to travel outside Thailand (even for a short trip to a neighboring country) and intend to return to continue your studies, you must obtain a Re-Entry Permit before you leave.
βοΈWhere to get it: You can apply for a Re-Entry Permit at any Immigration Office before departing, or at major international airports in Thailand, such as Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang airport, on the day of your departure.
β οΈConsequences of not having one: If you leave Thailand without a Re-Entry Permit, your current student visa will be cancelled, and you will need to apply for a new visa from outside Thailand to re-enter for your studies. It might disturb your studies at PC and MUIC.
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4. Can I work while studying in Thailand on a Non-immigrant ED visa?
Answer: Generally, a Non-immigrant ED visa does not permit you to work in Thailand. To work legally, you would need to obtain a work permit, which typically requires a different visa category (Non-immigrant B) and sponsorship from an employer. Engaging in unauthorized work can lead to serious penalties, including fines and deportation.
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5. What happens if I overstay my visa?
Answer: Overstaying your visa is a serious offense in Thailand. Penalties include:
β οΈ A daily fine (typically 500 Thai Baht per day, up to a maximum of 20,000 Thai Baht).
β οΈ Detention and potential blacklisting from re-entering Thailand for a specified period, depending on the length of the overstay.
It's crucial to always extend your visa or depart Thailand before your authorized stay expires.
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6. Do I need to report my address to Immigration every 90 days (90-day notification)?
Answer: Yes, if you are on a long-term visa extension (like a Non-immigrant ED visa), you are required to report your current address to the Immigration Bureau every 90 days.
This can be done in person at the Immigration Office or online through the Immigration Bureau's e-Extension system. Even if you leave Thailand and return, the 90-day count restarts from your re-entry date. More information about the 90-day notification
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7. Are there any transportation options taking me to the Immigration Bureau in Nakhon Pathom?
Answer: Yes, there are. You may go to the Immigration Bureau in Nakhon Pathom by driving a car or taking a taxi. It's around 40-50 minutes from the campus. Mahidol University also provides all students with van services to the Immigration Bureau twice a month on Wednesdays afternoon (1 PM); Free of charge. More information about the van services
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8. What is the "TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card)"?
Answer: Starting from May 1, 2025, the traditional paper-based TM.6 arrival card was replaced with the new TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) system. All foreigners are required to fill out their information in the system before entering Thailand within 3 days before their arrival date.
Registration through: https://tdac.immigration.go.th
Instructions for using the TDAC system: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSEoVloM5A0
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