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Do I need a new TM30 if I leave Thailand and return while staying at the same place?

TM30 Visa Rules Immigration Thailand Expat Guidelines Long-term Visa

Matthias ******

asked Mar 3, 2025

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I recently got a new 180 day stamp into my passport (DTV). I'm renting a condo and I heard somewhere that if I leave Thailand and come back that I need a new TM30. Is that correct even though I still stay at the same place?

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When returning to Thailand after leaving, you typically need to submit a new TM30 form, even if you stay at the same address. While this is required per immigration regulations, the enforcement may vary by local immigration offices. Some expats report differing enforcement practices, with some offices requiring it for all entries while others may not check rigorously. To avoid issues, it's advisable to prepare the TM30 in advance or check directly with your local immigration office for specific requirements.

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Chris **********

My agent informed me anytime you return back to Thailand you need to do a new TM 30 in person or with the aid of an agent at an immigration office in Thailand. It does not matter if you are away for a short period of time and returning to the same condo

2 years ago

Aum ****************

TM30 only for long term visa no need to inform renew again just keep TM30 first time ( if not change your address ) inform only but other type visa need to inform every time flight out of Thailand and come back not over 24 hours.

2 years ago

John **********

Ask your local immigration office, rules vary. My immigration wants a new one every time I travel, even inside Thailand

2 years ago

Tony **********

Just show up for your 90 day report. Then either they will say nothing or tell you what you need to do.

2 years ago

Jargalsaikhan ********

@Tony *********

they asked for tm30 for 90 day report so better be prepared

2 years ago

Tony **********

All I took with me for 90 day report was my passport. I'm assuming they simply looked up my last TM30 to see that it matched my resident address.

Steve ********

what?

Tony **********

sorry, fat fingers on little keyboard! Fixed. 😁

2 years ago

Darren *********

To meet the letter of the law, yes you need a new tm30. But like everything else in Thailand your immigration office may or may not enforce it.

Best bet is to have it filled out and ready to go.

2 years ago

Tony ********

@Darren ********

by law (2021), if returning to an address that you are registered to (via a TM30) before the notified checkout date, you do not have to file a new TM30 regardless of inter-province or out of country travel. However, if dealing with an immigration officer, they may require a new updated TM30 is presented, for them to complete your required transactions.

2 years ago