Questions about Thailand, Visa, Accommodation, ...
What kind of visa do I need to travel to Thailand?
There are 3 main types of visa suitable for learning Thai massage:
• Visa on Arrival
• Tourist Visa
• Any other visa you may already have for a different purpose, such as one connected to an educational program or a work permit
Please note: The School can not help you obtain an Education Visa.
For the most updated information, please contact your Thai Embassy.
Can I get an Education Visa?
The Thai Embassy in your country has final authority on what type of visa you will receive.
While our school is recognized by both the Thai Ministry of Education and the Thai Ministry of Health, and we are happy to provide supporting documents for your Thailand visa application, please note that Sunshine cannot help you obtain an Education Visa.
Does the school help with a Thai visa?
Yes, we happily issue supporting documents for your Thailand visa application; just ask your Thai Embassy which documents they require.
Is accommodation included?
No, our school does not offer food and accommodation, but Chiang Mai has a wide range of accommodation, from cheap backpacker hostels to expensive 5-star hotels. The following pages might be of interest to you:
http://www.chiangmai-online.com/guesth.html
http://www.northernthailand.com/cm/acco/Chiangmai/guesth/gh.html
http://www.hostelworld.com/findabed.php/ChosenCity.Chiang-Mai/ChosenCountry.Thailand
Chiang Mai is not a big city and we recommend that you find a hotel / guesthouse meeting your requirements, rather than one next to the school, simply because you will need transportation anyway: Either to and from the school or in the evening when going out for dinner or to the Night Bazaar. Many of our students rent a bicycle or motorbike, but Tuk-Tuks, Songtheaws, and taxis are also an option.
There are many small restaurants and food-stalls within walking distance of the school, where most of our students go for lunch.