Nowadays, people are paying more and more attention to their children's international education. 

Due to the good schools and reasonable tuition fees in Thailand, 

many parents are thinking of sending their children to study there and accompanying them themselves.

However, applying for a dependent visa is no easy task. Many details and requirements need to be understood and prepared by parents in advance.

Before applying for a Thai study companion visa, it is very important to clearly understand the applicable population, application conditions, 

required materials, application process, and subsequent renewal and other key information. The following is a detailed introduction for everyone.

I. Applicable Population

The Thailand study companion visa is clearly aimed at the parents or legal guardians of minors under the age of 18 who are legally studying in Thailand.

Ii. Application Requirements

(1) Proof of identity relationship

Proving the kinship with the accompanying student is the core step of the application. Marriage certificates,

 birth certificates, household registration books and the like are all important supporting documents. 

To ensure the validity of the materials, if they are in the Chinese version,

A Thai or English translation must be provided and notarized. There was once a parent whose visa application was not approved because

 key information on the birth certificate was missing, making it impossible to prove the parent-child relationship.

(2) Proof of the student's learning status

The accompanying student must study legally in Thailand and the study period should be no less than six months.

 This requires students to hold a valid Thai student visa.

And provide materials such as the admission permit letter and admission letter issued by the Thai school.

If a student holds a short-term training certificate from a language school, it does not meet the requirements for applying for a dependent visa.

(3) Proof of economic capacity

Applicants should have sufficient financial strength to cover living expenses in Thailand.

It is generally recommended to provide a bank deposit certificate of no less than 500,000 Thai baht, 

which is usually issued within one month before the application.

In addition, materials such as pay slips and employment certificates that can reflect a stable income also help visa officers have

 a comprehensive understanding of the applicant's financial situation.

(4) Health condition certificate

Although the authorities do not mandate specific medical examination reports, a good physical and mental condition 

is crucial for visa applications. If the applicant has serious health problems,

It may affect the visa approval. Therefore, before applying, one can conduct a basic physical examination on their own to ensure good health.

Iii. Application Materials

(1) Basic materials

Passport: Original and copy. The validity period of the passport must exceed the application period by more than six months.

Visa application form: Fill it out completely and sign it. It can be downloaded from the official website of the Thai embassy or consulate or obtained on-site.

Photo: One recent two-inch color passport photo with a white background, which must strictly meet the photo specifications for Thai visas.

The original and photocopies of the ID cards of the applicant and the accompanying reader.

(II) Relationship proof materials

Marriage certificates, birth certificates, household registration books and other relationship proof materials, both the original 

and photocopies should be prepared, and the translation and notarization work should be completed in advance.

(3) Relevant materials of students

A copy of the valid Thai visa of the accompanying reader, the school invitation letter, the student status certificate or the admission notice

The school invitation letter should include the information of the invitee, the relationship with the student and other contents.

(4) Economic proof materials

The bank deposit certificate should show that the account balance can meet the living needs in Thailand. The pay slip and

 employment certificate can further prove the stability of income.

(V) Other materials

Purchase medical insurance covering the validity period of the visa. The insurance certificate should clearly indicate the coverage and the amount of insurance.

In addition, a declaration letter must be signed, promising that the provided information is true and valid and that one will abide by the laws and regulations of Thailand.

Iv. Application Process

(1) Domestic application process

First, prepare all the materials according to the material list to ensure their authenticity and accuracy. Some embassies 

and consulates support online appointments. Parents can log in to the official website to operate.

If you do not support it, you can go directly to the embassy or consulate. When submitting the materials, the staff will 

conduct a preliminary review. If there are any issues, they need to be supplemented in a timely manner.

After paying the visa fee, the processing period will be 3 to 5 working days, and the peak application period may be extended.

After approval, go to collect the visa with a valid identification document. If you entrust someone else to collect it on your behalf, 

you need to provide a power of attorney and the identification document of the person collecting on your behalf.

(II) Application Process within Thailand

Parents can first enter the country with short-term visas such as tourist visas. After their children start school, they should prepare the materials.

Among them, proof of residence in Thailand (such as a rental contract) is a necessary document for domestic applications. 

After getting ready, go to the local immigration office to submit the application.

The approval time varies by region. After approval, a single-entry non-immigrant O-class visa with a validity period of usually

 90 days will be issued, and it can be renewed within Thailand subsequently.

V. Visa Renewal

The initial validity period of a dependent visa is generally one year. Renewal is required about 45 days before its expiration.

When renewing the contract, the requirements for economic proof materials may be stricter, such as the deposit period may be extended.

Go to the immigration office to submit the current visa, passport, updated financial proof, student status proof and other materials.

The renewal is completed after the review is passed and the payment is made. If the contract is not renewed on time, one may face fines and other situations.

Vi. Precautions

The authenticity of the materials is the key to the application. Once they are falsified, not only will the current application fail, 

but it will also have a negative impact on subsequent visa applications.

Remember the type and validity period of your visa and arrange your stay in Thailand reasonably. 

Those holding a dependent study visa are not allowed to engage in work unrelated to the dependent study.

However, one can participate in short-term non-academic education and training. At the same time, the visa policy of Thailand may be adjusted. 

It is necessary to pay close attention to the information released on official channels such as the official websites of 

embassies and consulates to ensure the smooth progress of the application.

It is hoped that the above content can help you smoothly apply for a Thai dependent study visa and 

accompany your child to spend a fulfilling study abroad time in Thailand.