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Do I need to provide TM30 for a 30-day extension after entering Thailand on a tourist visa?

May 30, 2023
3 years ago
Craig **********
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Hi

Previously, I have flown into Thailand and received visa exempt stamps which I have extended with ease at IT Square Laksi. I never needed a TM6 or TM30 to do the extension of an exemption stamp.

However, my most recent entry was a land entry using a 60 day tourist visa obtained in Penang. This time I received a TM6 on entry, which I assume I'll need to take to do the 30 day extension.

Can I also confirm whether or not I'll also need the TM30 this time at the Chaengwattana immigration?

Many thanks
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The user inquires about the necessity of providing a TM30 form for a 30-day extension after entering Thailand on a 60-day tourist visa. Previous experience with visa extensions has not required a TM30, and they are unsure if this holds true for their current situation. Comments indicate that while a TM30 may be requested for extensions, experiences vary, with some users not being asked for it despite the TM6 being issued.
Giorgio ******
TM6 is clipped in the passport anyway .so ig thry want it they'll find it right there 5555
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Craig **********
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Update for those interested - wasn't asked for a TM30 or even a TM6 despite being given one when I entered Thailand.
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Chris *********************
That's the best thing about living in a smallish province, will a imagination office .

Go 1st time be nice the wife bought them coffee while prossesing, no problem since.
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Jan **********
I was asked. (april.
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Brandon ************
If you have a TM6 you'll need the original and a copy for your extension.

In Bangkok it's random if they ask you for a TM30 for a tourist extension. They might ask or they might not.
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Kool *******
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They ask for the TM30 when they don't see a current one in their database when they scan your passport bar code. Lots of Airbnbs don't file them, and also when people stay with friends. If there is a current TM30 on file then they don't ask. It's not done randomly.
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Ni**
@Brandon ***********
Couple weeks ago they printed out my TM30 history and asked to sign.
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