Do I need to file a new TM30 upon returning to Chiang Mai after traveling to the islands on an ED visa?

TM30 ED visa immigration rules Chiang Mai travel in Thailand visa regulations

Dec 16, 2022

2 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I have been living in Chiang Mai since March and on an ED visa. I intend to go down to the islands in January for a month, on my return to my condo in CM do I need to file a new TM30 with immigration? If so do I need to get landlords agent to make a new one? 

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The need to file a new TM30 upon returning to Chiang Mai after domestic travel depends on the local immigration office's policies. Some suggest it may not be necessary if only traveling within Thailand, while others recommend re-filing to prevent any issues, especially if there are different interpretations of the rules. Clarification on the specifics of filing TM30 related to educational visas has been discussed, indicating that it might raise questions with immigration depending on individual circumstances.

Ulrik *********

Does anyone know if filing with immigration could cause any issues? I think in the eyes if the law, people on ED are supposed to follow classes, and not travelling around the country.

2 years ago

Ian ********

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@Ulrik ********

I have been to every class this year and have cleared it with school to take a short break.

2 years ago

Ulrik *********

@Ian *******

If you attend classes or not is none of my business or concern. 🙂

I have previously been on ED visa, and took a few short holidays out of the country. On 2 out of 3 trips I was questioned upon return by immigration and was only curious if that could happen if you travel around Thailand.

2 years ago

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Ulrik *********

Brandon ************

@Ulrik ********

unless you're staying at places other than hotels you don't have much choice. Most hotels file it automatically to satisfy the law

2 years ago

Ulrik *********

@Brandon ***********

That I am aware. Was just wondering if anyone at the immigration would raise eyebrows, if the OP was to file a TM 30 on return.

2 years ago

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Ulrik *********

Paulus *********

You don't need to, only if leaving the country then coming vack

2 years ago

Оливер *********

@Paulus ********

as long as he comes vac soon☝️

2 years ago

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Оливер *********

Brandon ************

When in doubt, file again.

Each immigration office makes their own policy on this and some don't care if you only travel domestically and return to your address, but some offices want you to refile every time you leave home. Unfortunately I'm not sure what the policy is in ChiangMai

2 years ago

Duncan *******

No.

2 years ago

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Duncan *******

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