Does returning to Thailand within the 7-day window satisfy the 90-day reporting requirement?

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Dec 27, 2023

a year ago

Bill *********

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Hello... looking for some advice on the 90-day reporting requirement: I understand there's a window of 15-days before and 7-days after my actual 90th day that I can go online to post my report (I'm past my initial report so I'm eligible for online reporting). I also understand that should I leave Thailand and then return, the day counter starts fresh upon my arrival back into the country. My question: my 90th day is on January 8 and I'm planning to return to Bangkok from Singapore on January 10. Would I satisfy the 90-day reporting? I'm thinking/hoping that because I return within the 7-day window that would classify. Or does the 7-day window only apply to online reporting. Hope my inquiry makes sense. Thanks for your helpful advice!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is seeking clarification on the 90-day reporting requirement for foreigners in Thailand, specifically whether returning to Thailand just after leaving would affect their ability to report their stay. A responder explains that if the user leaves Thailand before their 90-day reporting date, their new counting period begins upon re-entry, thus making them ineligible to report on the original date. They also clarify the specifics of the reporting windows for in-person, online, and by mail submissions.

Ellie *******

You sound like confusing a few things. 90 days report is to report you are inside Thailand for consecutive 90 days. You have a reporting window to report that you have been in Thailand for 90 days as of that due date.

Now your next 90 days report due is 8 January. If you leave Thailand BEFORE that date, your new 90-day counting starts on the day you arrive (10 January), you are NOT eligible to report on 8 January anymore.

If you leave Thailand on 8th January or later, you are supposed to report your 90 days as of 8 Jan within 15 days before until 7 days after.

And 90-day reporting windows are:

- At the local immigration office in person: 15 days before until 7 days after the due date

- Online: from 15 days in advance until the due date

- By legacy mail (EMS from Thailand Post): post stamped at least 15 days before the due date

a year ago

Bill *********

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Hi Ellie... Thank you very much for your fast reply. As you describe the situation, it's much more clear to me. Since I'm departing Thailand for Singapore on January 7, I would not be in the country beyond 90-days (89 days). So it would appear I'm in good shape with my travel schedule setup as I have it (sort of a coincidence regarding the dates I selected; it wasn't by design!). Thanks again!

a year ago

Wannikea *********

@Bill ********

Do remember to check with your local immigration office to see if they want you to refile a TM30 on return from abroad.

a year ago

Bill *********

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@Wannikea ********

Thanks for your suggestion

a year ago

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