Picture this: you’re about to step into a Thai classroom in 2025, armed with your Kids English Thailand contract and a dream to teach. Your degree’s legalized, your visa’s set—but if you don’t pack right, you’re in for a rocky start. Your laptop’s your lifeline—forget it, and lesson planning’s a nightmare in schools where tech’s a gamble. From Bangkok’s humid chaos to northern nights dipping to 2°C, plus quirky traditions like Monday’s yellow shirts and Friday’s Thai-style flair, this KET-vetted checklist ensures you’re ready to teach, adapt, and thrive. Let’s pack for the Land of Smiles—your adventure’s calling!

Ready to teach in Thailand? Your journey starts with a Thai Non-Immigrant B Visa, unlocking 90 days to kick off your classroom adventure. As of January 1, 2025, the Thai e-Visa system is global, letting you apply online from your couch—no embassy treks needed. We’ll email you the must-have docs from Thailand, and this guide walks you through uploading them to www.thaievisa.go.th.