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Is a TM30 required for a visa exempt extension in Phuket?

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Apr 17, 2023
2 years ago
Paul ********
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Does anyone know if a tm30 is needed for a visa exempt extension in phuket? im reading mixed reports of some needed it some didnt...the hotels ive stayed dont do tm30 but some have suggested taking a print out of my reservation?
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The requirement for a TM30 when applying for a visa exempt extension in Phuket is unclear, with mixed reports from the community. However, several commenters indicate that for the three immigration offices in Phuket processing visa exempt extensions, a TM30 is not required. It's noted that some offices may require it for other applications, like a residence certificate, and that hotels are obligated to report guests within 24 hours. Some users have successfully used their hotel booking confirmation as an alternative in the past.
Nadine *******
Been there in 2020 they wanted to have something from me - but since I didn't know about the TM30 I didn't ask my hotel for it but at the office they were fine with me showing the booking on my phone instead

Don't know if it's still the same ^^
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 it’s not. A TM30 is not required in Phuket for short term extensions.
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For offices that require a TM30 (Phuket would for something like a residence certificate or long term extension) then a print out of a reservation would not suffice.

All hotels are legally obliged to register you within 24 hours of your arrival at their premises. Almost all use the online reporting system rather than trudging down to the immigration office everyday to report.

Whether all hotels actually do report you is a different matter.
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@Stuart ********
 I find from experience most dont or shy away from it if asked. I only needed a 30 day extension on a visa exempt so i assume i will be ok?
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@Paul *******
 Actually the majority will actually do the filing (part of their license insists on it) but they probably just can’t be arsed to search for your filing amongst the 30 or so other guests that checked in that day.
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@Paul *******
 Yes in Phuket. Don’t go tomorrow if you can avoid it.
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 Ihave to go tomorrow but I shall go early. 🙄
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@Paul *******
 ouch. I feel your pain.
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 was 4 hours in total many people, predominantly russian tourists. But zero issues getting a 30 day extension.
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No it is not a requirement for the 3 offices in Phuket that can process a exempt entry extension.
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