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Can someone who is 66 years old apply for an education visa in Thailand?

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Dec 16, 2022
2 years ago
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A visa agency told me because I am 66 years old I can’t get an education visa Any truth to that???
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The claim that individuals aged 66 cannot obtain an education visa in Thailand holds some truth. In certain provinces, immigration officials may prefer that seniors apply for a retirement visa instead, which is deemed easier to obtain. Additionally, it's noted that individuals on a retirement visa are still permitted to study.
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Steve ********
Retirement visa is easier than ED visa, and you can still study on retirement visa
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 I am in the same situation but only 54. I would love to do a retirement visa when I return to Thailand this coming summer because I do want to learn the language and can’t afford the retirement requirements yet. Some institutions won’t accept students over 50
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Chris ********
I have looked into them
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Steve ********
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 I know a few people over 50 who have gone there
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 Have you tried Duke in Soi 13?
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@Steve *******
 I don’t need to deposit any funds on a retirement visa so the ED visa is more practical plus I want to learn the language anyway
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Brandon ************
We've had similar reports in the past from some areas. The immigration in some provinces wants you to get a retirement visa if you're old enough to do so.
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