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Studying in Thailand

The figures that decide most applications, from official sources. Guide checked 24 September 2026.
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Money you must showNo fixed national figure: each Thai embassy sets its own
Examples: US$4,000 in Washington DC, SGD 3,000 or THB 75,000 in Singapore, THB 20,000 for ED Plus in Budapest. Use the figure published by the embassy where you apply.
Source: Royal Thai Embassy, Washington DC, checked 27 October 2026
Visa feeSet in local currency by each embassy: US$80 in Washington DC, €70 in Budapest, SGD 100 in Singapore
Non-refundable. Extensions of stay inside Thailand cost about 1,900 baht each time.
Source: Royal Thai Embassies, Washington DC, Budapest and Singapore, checked 25 September 2026
Work while you studyNot allowed without a work permitSource: Mahidol University International College, checked 27 October 2026
Stay after you graduateED Plus holders may extend their stay for one year after graduating
For bachelor's degrees and above. The year is for job-seeking or travel; you need a separate work visa and work permit to take a job.
Source: Royal Thai Embassy, Budapest, checked 25 September 2026