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Thai immigration paperwork — questions foreigners actually ask

Answers on documents supporting Thai immigration matters — extension of stay (TM.7), address notification (TM.30), 90-day reporting (TM.47) — and how supporting papers should be translated and certified, based on the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 and Immigration Bureau notifications. (24+ search topics covered)

What is TM.30 and who must file it?

It is the notification of a foreign national's residence. The duty falls on the house master, property owner or hotel manager — not the foreigner — and can be filed at the immigration office, by post, or through the online channel the Bureau publishes.

Can you file on my behalf?

Some steps, such as TM.30 and 90-day reporting, allow an authorised representative or postal/online filing. Extension applications and interviews usually require the applicant in person. We confirm the rule at your assigned office before booking.

Do you guarantee approval?

No. The decision rests with the competent officer under the law. Our responsibility is complete, accurate documents and translations prepared to the criteria published at the time of filing.

How early should an extension of stay be prepared?

Start collecting documents 30–45 days before the permitted stay expires. Several items carry validity limits and some must be requested from other agencies, so filing on the final day leaves no room to respond if the officer asks for more evidence.

What is a re-entry permit and when is it needed?

A re-entry permit preserves an existing permission to stay when the holder leaves Thailand; without it, a single-entry permission generally ends on departure and the remaining period is lost. It is obtained from Immigration or at the airport before departure, in single or multiple form. Because it protects the permission rather than the visa itself, it is usually relevant to anyone holding an extension of stay.

How does TM.30 address notification differ from 90-day reporting?

Address notification is the duty of the house owner, possessor or manager of the premises where a foreigner stays, and must be filed with Immigration within the prescribed period after the stay begins. The 90-day report is the foreigner's own duty to notify their current address at set intervals during a continuous stay. They are separate obligations owed by different parties, and performing one does not discharge the other. Keep every receipt, as they are frequently requested when extending permission to stay or applying for other permits.

What happens if address notifications or periodic reporting are missed?

Notification of a foreign national's residence and reporting at the intervals prescribed by law are legal obligations, and the compliance record is reviewed when applying for an extension of stay, a change of visa category, or permanent residence later on. If a deadline is missed, file late through the channel the Immigration Bureau specifies as soon as possible and keep all evidence. Allowing several missed cycles to accumulate is much harder to explain when a significant application is filed.

Is 90-day reporting the same as extending my stay?

No. The 90-day report (TM.47) only notifies your current address every 90 days of continuous stay; it grants no additional permitted-to-stay days. An extension is applied for on form TM.7 with evidence matching the ground relied on.
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Official references

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Example of an approved business-category visa — From actual casework by the NYC Visa & Translation team
Service Playbook

Thai immigration compliance — TM.30, 90-day reports and re-entry

TM.30 address notification is the housemaster's duty; the 90-day report (TM.47) is the resident's. Neither is a visa extension.

Documents to prepare

  • • Passport with the current entry stamp and departure card
  • • Proof of address such as a lease or a housemaster letter
  • • The housemaster's house registration and ID for TM.30
  • • Your previous receipt for the next 90-day report
  • • Re-entry permit application if you plan to travel
  • • Power of attorney if someone files for you

Step-by-step process

  1. 1. File TM.30 on arrival at the address — The housemaster or landlord files within the statutory window.
  2. 2. Report at 90 days — In person, by post or online within the permitted window.
  3. 3. Obtain a re-entry permit before leaving — Single or multiple, depending on your travel plans.
  4. 4. Keep every receipt — Receipts support your next extension filing.

Pitfalls and rejection causes

  • • Leaving without a re-entry permit ends your permission to stay.
  • • A missing TM.30 can stall an extension.
  • • The 90-day report has a fixed window — diarise it.
  • • Overstay carries fines and future travel consequences.

Tips from our team

  • • Set a reminder seven days before each deadline.
  • • Photograph the entry stamp and every receipt.
  • • File a new TM.30 whenever you move.

Prefer not to handle the queues yourself, or worried about a rejection? Send us photos of your documents for a free pre-check. We handle the full chain — obtaining certified copies, translation, certification and submission — and keep you updated at each step. Reach us on LINE, phone or email during business hours.

Route Comparison

Comparing Thai immigration routes

Extending, changing visa category in-country, or leaving to re-apply abroad carry very different timelines and risks.

RouteWhen to useCertifying authorityApprox. durationRejection risk
Extension of stay at an immigration officeYou are still within your permitted stay and meet the criteriaImmigration BureauVariable — some offices decide same-day, others place the case under considerationFiling on the last permitted day leaves no room to fix documents if more are requested
Change of visa category in-countryYour purpose of stay changed, e.g. tourism to employment or familyImmigration Bureau, under the published criteriaVariable — allow time for additional document requestsToo few days remaining under the criteria forces a fresh application from abroad
Apply for a new visa at a Thai embassy or consulate abroadThe category cannot be changed in-country, or the profile suits an overseas filing betterRoyal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General abroadVariable by postEach post sets its own document list and residency conditions — verify before travelling

Timelines above are practical estimates from live casework and can change with each authority's policy; confirm with the receiving authority before booking travel. If you would rather not test routes by trial and error, our advisers can assess which route fits your case.

Advisory Service

We do not just process documents — we advise you through the whole case

Our team has worked on cross-border documents, certified translation and government liaison for over 15 years. Most rejections we see are not caused by missing paperwork but by choosing the wrong route on day one, so we always start with a case assessment.

Route assessment

We look at your destination, purpose and deadline, then tell you which certification route applies — and which steps you can skip.

Pre-submission review

Name spelling, consistency across documents, document age and translation format are checked before anything reaches a counter.

Timeline planning

We sequence the steps around your appointment or travel date and flag bottlenecks in advance.

Rejection recovery

We read the refusal reasons, identify the underlying cause, and plan a resubmission that answers what the authority asked for.

Rather not learn by trial and error? Send your case details and document photos for a review — reach us on LINE, phone or email during business hours.

Practical Q&A

Practical questions · Near me / DIY / Required documents

Is there a service point near me?

Our main offices are Lat Phrao 95 (Bangkok), Khon Kaen and Udon Thani. We serve the whole country through scans and document courier, and can meet at city rail stations or malls. Ask our team by phone, LINE or email for the most convenient option.

Can I handle this myself?

Many steps can be done personally under the relevant authority's rules. What usually costs time is the wrong sequence, a translation format that does not match the requirement, or a source document version the recipient will not accept. Check the destination checklist before starting and ask us if anything is unclear.

Which documents should I prepare?

Generally the original document from the competent authority, the owner's ID or passport, a translation in the format the destination requires, and a power of attorney if someone acts for you. Details vary by service type — ask our team for a case-specific checklist.
Practical advice & cautions

Visa and immigration matters: advice and cautions

Before you start

  • Plan around expiry dates

    Extensions, reporting and re-entry permits should be handled well ahead of the deadline; queues and public holidays can make last-minute filing impossible.

  • Keep every receipt and acknowledgement

    Photograph all filing receipts and stamps; they are key evidence in any later verification.

  • Read the official conditions first

    Visa conditions change. Check the deciding authority's latest announcement, then use our service to prepare documents and translations that match those conditions.

  • Make funds explainable

    Large deposits made shortly before filing attract questions. Support them with evidence of income and use statements bearing the bank's original seal.

Common reasons documents get rejected

  • Expired supporting documents

    Civil registry extracts, medical certificates and police clearances have limited validity; old copies make the bundle incomplete.

  • Translations the destination does not accept

    Accepted translator categories differ by country; confirm the required type before ordering.

  • Form data contradicting the attachments

    Dates, addresses or travel history that conflict with supporting documents are a frequent refusal ground and may be read as misrepresentation.

  • Believing guaranteed-approval claims

    No provider can guarantee an outcome; only the immigration authority or embassy decides. Our role is to make the file accurate and complete so avoidable rejections are reduced.

Requirements differ by authority and destination country and can change. Confirm current conditions with the receiving authority, or ask our team by phone, LINE or email.

What people search for

Frequently searched topics about visas and immigration

Notification of residence for foreign nationals
House owners or occupiers must notify the stay of foreign nationals under Thai immigration law.
Refusal and reapplication
Read the stated reason first and address the actual cause rather than resubmitting the same file.
A visa is not a work authorisation
Holding a visa does not automatically grant work rights; a work permit is a separate matter.
Documents required for a visa application
Checklists are set by the embassy or receiving authority; always follow their current published notice.

These topics reflect the rules and practice of the relevant authorities and can change. Confirm with the receiving authority, or ask our team by phone, LINE or email.

Related services

What clients usually handle next

One document set often moves through several stages — translation, notarial certification, legalization and finally a visa filing. The links below follow that real sequence.

External authority references

Authority requirements change. Verify with the receiving authority before filing, or ask our team by phone, LINE or email.