Q1183. Are official letters from the Ministry of Education required when processing checks for foreign exchange students?

Answered by NYC Visa & Translation

A Ministry of Education letter should not be treated as a universal requirement for police checks involving foreign exchange students. The supporting documents depend on the applicant’s circumstances and the current Royal Thai Police checklist. Ask the Police Clearance Service Center whether an exchange-program confirmation, enrollment letter, or request from the host institution is required for your application. If someone requests a Ministry letter, clarify whether that requirement comes from the police, the exchange organizer, or the destination authority. Ensure school letters use the applicant’s passport name and clearly identify the program. For minors, separately confirm any parental authorization, identification, and fingerprinting requirements before arranging submission.