There are four visa options:
 
1. Visa on arrival. The Thai immigration issues a “30-day visa” on arrival for nationals of most countries but do check if in any doubt. There are no special applications required prior to arriving in Thailand. (This visa can be subject to change, so it is best that you call and confirm the current status with your Thai Embassy or Consulate). Please see
http://www.thaivisa.com/479.0.html

2. Tourist visa. You can apply to either a Thai Embassy or Consulate (in our experience, Honorary Consulates are easier to deal with) for a 60 day tourist visa.

3. Education visa. You can apply for a 90-day education visa if you are planning an extended stay in Thailand. The education visa is good for 90 days and can be extended at the local immigration office for 21 days. You can choose the visa is “multiple entry”, then you can have 90 days every time you enter Thailand during the time the visa is valid (normally one year). You need an invitation letter from the school in Thailand. Sunshine Massage School is pleased to issue such an invitation if you commit yourself to study with us for a longer period.

4. The “visa run”: It is a common practice for visitors to receive a “30-day” visa (option 1 above), and then every 29 days leave Thailand but can re-enter the same day, which gives another “30-day” visa. This can easily be done in one day with a bus journey to Burma. This option is possible for a maximum of 90 days in every 180-days period.

If you have additional questions regarding fees, procedures and policies regarding the above, it is best to contact the Thai Embassy or Consulate.