Before the introduction of the new Thailand Privilege membership packages, it was nearly impossible to apply for a Thailand Elite Visa if you had ever held a Thailand Education Visa (ED Visa). However, times have changed. Thanks to the new Thailand Privilege Visa program, you can now obtain a Thailand Elite Visa regardless of whether you currently hold or have held an ED Visa in the past. You will, however, need to submit additional documentation.

This article explains how you, as a current or former holder of an ED visa, can apply for a Thailand Elite Visa and what additional documents you need to provide.

What documents do you need to submit as the holder of an ED visa?

As an applicant for a Thailand Elite Visa, you will usually need to submit the following documents:

  • Membership application form (for the membership of your choice)
  • Membership application form
  • Photocopy of the data page of your passport (on which the signature must be visible)
  • A recent passport photo of yourself

    • If you currently hold (or have held) an ED visa, you will need to submit additional documents besides those listed above to be eligible for an Elite visa. These documents include:

  • Completed and signed confirmation form for holders of an education visa
  • "Educational certificates" from the educational institution where you studied

    • The required educational credentials are listed on the confirmation form. If you do not have the confirmation form for holders of an educational visa, the Siam Legal Thailand Elite advisory team will be happy to provide you with a copy. You will need to request the following documents from your educational institution:

  • School license: Is issued to the institution by the Ministry of Education OR by the Office of the Commission for Basic Education (OBEC) OR by the Office of the Commission for Private Educational Institutions (OPEC).
  • School registration documents
  • Your academic achievements, grade reports and attendance lists
  • Photos of classroom activities (if applicable)

    • You can request these documents from your former educational institution by contacting the administration and asking them to send you the required documents. Explain the documents listed on the form to clarify what is needed. Once you have all the documents, send the completed form and your educational credentials to our team. We will then forward them to Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (TPC) as part of your application.

    Contact Siam Legal for assistance.

    Applying for Thailand Privilege membership is complex enough, but as an ED visa holder, it becomes even more challenging. Therefore, we recommend contacting a General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) like Siam Legal. GSSAs are government-authorized advisors subsidized by the Thailand Privilege Council (TPC) and offer free assistance to Thailand Elite Visa applicants. As one of the largest and most successful GSSAs in Thailand, our team has the expertise to help you obtain your Elite Visa quickly and successfully.

    We provide fast and efficient support in completing all required forms and obtaining all necessary documents, including educational credentials. Our advanced review process is particularly important, ensuring that your application documents are correctly prepared before we forward them to TPC. This maximizes your chances of approval.

    Contact Siam Legal today to begin your Thailand Elite Visa process.