Do I need a TM-30 form to apply for a 30-day extension on my visa in Thailand?

Visa Extensions TM30 Form Thailand Immigration 30-Day Visa Phangan Immigration Office

Mar 9, 2022

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

It's a bit difficult to make sense of all the different forms and types of extensions so I'll better ask just to be safe.

I'm applying for my first 30-day extension (on top of my on-entry 30-day visa). Do I need to bring a TM-30 form (filled by the hotel) or can I just walk into the office with the required documents and all the copies?

Thanks 🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The question revolves around whether a TM-30 form is required for applying for a 30-day extension on a visa that includes an initial 30-day entry. Comments suggest that while requirements may vary by immigration office, it's advisable to bring the TM-30 receipt as a precaution. Local regulations can differ, so checking with the Phangan Immigration Office, where the user plans to apply, is recommended.

Sabrina *******

@Ilja **********

Phangan immigration has an information board outside with all the documents listed for each kind of extension. And fotos of how the TM30 needs to look like! People keep having problems with wrong kind of TM30 give by their accommodation. So if you are on Phangan already, best to just drive by ☺️

3 years ago

Ilja ***********

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@Sabrina ******

Thank you for the kind response. I actually stopped by the office today, there was a huge queue and the information board seemed to list only information for the 60-day COVID extension and 90-day and in general, felt confusing and busy. I will try again and hopefully, it will make more sense this time 😅

3 years ago

Sabrina *******

@Ilja **********

I don't like Phangan immigration at all. I keep on going to Samui 😅 there you definitely don't need a TM30!! And it's pretty empty these days.

3 years ago

Ellie *******

@Sabrina ******

, a bit off-the-rails though, I heard mixed information regarding TM30 at the Samui immigration office. How positive about the requirement of TM30 for the first 30days tourism extension, not Covid extension?

3 years ago

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Ellie *******

Ilja ***********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks for a quick response

@El***

. I will most likely apply for the extension at the Phangan Immigration Office. For the TM30 I can simply ask my hotel, they will likely know what it is, right?

3 years ago

Ellie *******

@Ilja **********

yes, ask your hotel for the TM30 receipt. They should know.

3 years ago

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Ellie *******

If you are asked TM30 receipt for a 30days tourism tension application depends on your local immigration office. If you want to be safe, bring the TM30 receipt as a paper copy.

3 years ago

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Ellie *******

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What should I do with my hotel TM30 code for a 30-day tourist visa extension in Thailand?

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