How to Stay in Chiang Mai Thailand Long Term (Education Visa)

In this video, I share my experience with getting my 1-year education visa through Chiang Mai University's Thai Language Program.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:32 Why did I decide to do a Thai language education visa?
01:10 Chiang Mai University (CMU) Thai Language Program
01:32 Application process
02:06 Documents needed to submit to start the application
02:40 Cost of program (university tuition/fees, visa)
02:51 If you’re already within Thailand before starting the application
03:29 My opinion of the CMU Thai language program
05:06 Process for moving from Thai Level 1 to Level 2 or 3
05:44 90-day reporting
06:53 Closing thoughts
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Learn more about the CMU Thai Language Program:
www.learnthaic...
CMU Thai Language Program Application:
Application: www.learnthaic...
Email CMU Thai Language Program directly here: [e-mail]
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[@Waishwhw72i19sjx7]

Kat! You're incredible!!!

[@warrenwade8531]

Excellent info. Great way to ease into Thailand too if you're retired...learn the language AND meet people.

[@katherinenic]

Yes! Definitely makes adjusting here sooo much smoother :)

[@iwituckiYT]

Wow great video. I've been watching a lot of videos on Thailand as I get ready to "move" there in a couple of months and 2 of your videos have really helped me. Very informative. As someone who wants to learn the language and is also struggling to wrap my head around tourist visas, this might be a great option for me. Thanks for sharing!

[@katherinenic]

Thanks for the feedback! It can be really overwhelming with so much info out there so I'm glad you found the video helpful! Hope you're able to get all your plans sorted before your move :)

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

How are you getting the funds to make the move to Thailand? This is what has been holding me back for the past 4 years.

[@iwituckiYT]

@@ShanaJahsintaWalters I'm very lucky to be retiring. I did notice though that Kat has a video on her channel about being a VA (Virtual Assistant) which is a neat job that's completely remote. Check out the video, it's worth a look! I think if you can be creative with remote work it is much easier to do.

[@avamaria8447]

Thank you for the breakdown. It looks a little bit more than the language schools but still seems doable finance wise.

[@katherinenic]

No problem! I've heard some of the private language schools end up being more expensive when you include their visa fees but I think the prices all can vary :)

[@Kushal6831]

Excellent information 👍😊 thanks for sharing 🙏 have a great weekend ahead

[@katherinenic]

No problem! You too :)

[@bkst054]

Great videos, Ive watched a few. Chiang Mai is a great place, such a different vibe but I love it. Spending 2 months there in the winter is the best. I will be extending my time there very soon. Thanks for the info.

[@katherinenic]

No problem! Yes, such a special place.. winter season is amazing - sweaters and good weather! :)

[@राम्रो]

Thank you for the video🙏🏽this video is really great👍🏽can I ask was the background check the one you get at the post office from the FBI print out one that PDF is e-mailed Thank You😊

[@katherinenic]

Thanks so much! Mine was a criminal background check from my local police department. I had to pick this up in person and scan the original document but you can check with the school directly to confirm exactly what they need :)

[@राम्रो]

@@katherinenic wow, ok I see thanks so much😊

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

This sounds like it might be the right visa for me to move to Thailand.

[@pete98146]

Hi Kat...just found your channel and subscribed. How many years can you take advantage of the education visa? Is there a max like 5 years?

[@katherinenic]

This info I'm still trying to figure out because I've heard different things from different visa agencies. My current agency told me you can do 3 years of one-type of education visa (for example thai language) and after you can switch to let's say a muy-thai visa for an additional 3 years. I will be renewing in November so I can update then but I would def speak to an agent directly because immigration rules change pretty often here 😅 This is the visa agency I'm currently using: Vera Visa g.co/kgs/7KyPmpL

[@gillyboy1566]

Hello, Great Info. One question, if I may. Are there any financial requirements to qualify for the ED Visa? I ultimately will go for the retirement visa, which I can meet all the requirements, but I want to learn Thai, so ED Visa would be a good option for a year or two

[@katherinenic]

No there are no financial requirements for the education visa because technically you are a "student" here. They just released the new Destination Thailand Visa that might be another option to look into!

[@MrPassion4truth]

You originally said you have lived in Thailand for 5 years, so have you been on an education visa for that time or have you had to leave the country and come back every three months?

[@katherinenic]

@@MrPassion4truth first 2 years I was on a work visa, the last 3 years have been on education visas. Each visa I’ve had has been for 1-year and I haven’t had to leave the country.

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

What didn't you just choose a language school?

[@katherinenic]

This is still considered a language school, it’s just at the public university and not through a private company.

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

@@katherinenic Okay. Thanks for clarifying.

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

How did you raise the money to move to Thailand if you don't mind answering?

[@katherinenic]

I work online remotely doing project management/operations so it allows me to work from anywhere. I started as a virtual assistant though and could be something to look into if you’re interested! I have another video about how I got started on my channel, if you wanted to check it out. I also did save up a bit before I made the move just to have some cushion :)

[@ShanaJahsintaWalters]

@@katherinenic I will watch the video soon.