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Is it okay to stay in an Airbnb while on a Dtv visa in Thailand?
Nov 12, 2025
6 months ago
Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTERThe question might be silly and out of place but I thought Dtv folk would get it. when looking for an apartment is okay to stay in a Airbnb or will it jeopardize my Dtv visa?
TLDR : Answer Summary
Staying at an Airbnb is generally acceptable for Dtv visa holders in Thailand. While landlords are legally required to rent condos for a minimum of 28 days only if they hold a hotel license, this rule is often not enforced. However, one should consider the specific bylaws of the condo building. It's advisable to ensure that the Airbnb host can comply with TM30 registration, especially if there's a need to visit immigration during the stay. Some users reported using Airbnb without issues while ensuring proper documentation for their visa applications.
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Dianne *********
I stayed at an Airbnb for about 5 weeks when I arrived. Finally moved into my condo and got my TM30 the day I signed my lease and moved in. That is what I intend to take with me for my 90 day reporting.
Gallo ********
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okay perfect! Thank youReply to
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Brandon ************
It's only the person offering the AirBNB that might be breaking the law. Not the customer.
But if you think for any reason you might need to go to immigration during your stay, message the person offering the room before you book to ask if they'll do TM30 for you. I always do that.
But if you think for any reason you might need to go to immigration during your stay, message the person offering the room before you book to ask if they'll do TM30 for you. I always do that.
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okay I see thank youReply to
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Anonymous ******************
Nothin wrong with AirBnB.
마리오 ***
Anonymous participant 758 until you need a tm.30 - many, if not most hosts are refusing to do tm.30 reporting nowadays
Andi ***********
@마리오 **
I have never had a problem getting a TM30 in my many years Airbnbing. Many hosts detail they register TM30,Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
I know I’ll get one for at least a month but probably won’t get one for a week or two stay or either it doesn’t matter right?Andi ***********
@Gallo *******
You can get one for a week or two. The owner does the TM30, you don't need it anyway unless you going to immigration.Luit *****************
@Andi **********
A lot of owners don't want to do for a week or two because renting less 30 days without hotel license is illegal.Andi ***********
@Luit ****************
Yeah, there are less condo owners now that do for less than a month compared to before. The central BKK area has more hotel licensed properties listed than before.Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
ahh okey dokey. Super helpful thank youReply to
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@마리오 **
but that wasn’t the question, don’t really have to worry about tm30 until 90 day reporting or trying to get residency certificate.Reply to
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Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 758 I’ve used one or two in the past but not while I have this visa so want to make sure I don’t mess that up for staying in an Airbnb for a couple weeks
Andi ***********
@Gallo *******
it is fine, many DTVERS used Airbnb for their initial stay.Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
okay just checking everything so I don’t do anything silly that can mess things up. I appreciate the helpReply to
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Elías ********
Airbnb is (has always been) totally legal for stays of over one month.
Anonymous ******************
Staying in an AirBnB is fine. Legally, a landlord isn’t supposed to rent a condo for less than 28 days without a hotel license but obviously this isn’t really enforced.
Certain condo buildings may also have certain bylaws surrounding things like AirBnB and will make it difficult or slightly uncomfortable.
If you’re just looking for something yo submit with your application then hotel stays are the easiest as embassies and consulates can get a bit iffy when you’re staying at a private domicile and may want to see things like an invitation letter and the host’s ID card.
Certain condo buildings may also have certain bylaws surrounding things like AirBnB and will make it difficult or slightly uncomfortable.
If you’re just looking for something yo submit with your application then hotel stays are the easiest as embassies and consulates can get a bit iffy when you’re staying at a private domicile and may want to see things like an invitation letter and the host’s ID card.
Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 612 so staying in one for a couple weeks won’t be an issue if I don’t have a tm30 for that time period?
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@Gallo *******
That won’t be an issue, generally the only time you’ll need a TM.30 is when you’re interacting with immigration for a visa extension or potentially for things like a 90 day report or a certificate of residency.Gallo ********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 612 oh okay so the tm30 is necessary for my current residence during the 90 day report copy that
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