What are the consequences of not annotating your TM30 after re-entering Thailand on a NON-O visa?

Nov 29, 2018
6 years ago
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
I have a question, and I apologize in advance if it is not acceptable:

What are the consequences for failing to report to Immigration to get your TM30 annotated after you travel outside of Thailand and return? I'm on a non-resident O visa with a multiple re-entry permit.
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Failing to report to Immigration for a TM30 annotation after traveling outside Thailand can lead to a maximum fine of 2,000 Baht, although the actual amount may vary depending on the specific Immigration office. It is also important to note that a fine must be settled before processing any further applications, such as a 90-day report or visa extension.
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Sharon *******
I paid a fine of 800 baht for TM30. It also took a long wait. Got my queue number at 9 am and my number was called at 2 pm. This time when I get back I’m going the next day so I won’t have to pay 800 baht
James ********
BTW...the US Embassy in Bangkok and Consulate in Chiang Mai are still providing Income Letters until December 31. Good for six months ...we believe.
James ********
@George *******
Good Luck
George ********
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But why bother? They want the documentation anyway.
Tod *********
@Geo***
<-AT THIS TIME, the affidavits issued by the consulates are valid for 6 months AND there has been NO new policy written to address how the "income method" of meeting the financial requirements will be implemented.

What James is saying is; because the income affidavits are good for 6 months from the date they're issued, get one BEFORE they stop issuing them on Dec 31st, and use it for your next yearly extension along with your documentation.
James ********
@George *******
ask Chiang Mai Immigration.
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
I'm not too clear on what "good for six months" means any more...they want documentation anyway, so what good is the letter?
James ********
@Tod ********
you are correct. Thank you.
Tod *********
which while anecdotally interesting has nothing at all to do with this post about a TM.30 form and IS mentioned in the pinned announcement at the top of the group.. :(
James ********
You have prior stated you are on the O-A retirement. When you do a 90 day report or seek to extend for additional year this coming February...you may first have to pay the fine.
James ********
@George *******
easy...read your postings 😀
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Gosh! Either you have a terrific memory or you keep a file on this stuff!
Tod *********
and how about stating where you are in thailand so we can tell you IF your immigration office is hard core about it or not?
Tod *********
Valentina O'Gara in CHIANG MAI you do it at the immigration office which recently moved back to their new location NEAR the airport.
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
It took me over 3 hours the last time I did it.
Barry ******
if you have no dealings with immigration, chances are you'll probably get away with it on that previous entry.

But its better to just do it. But the process is very fast in Chiang Mai at the airport, It takes like 10 minutes of your time.
Tod *********
@George *******
, there's a chance that could work, especially IF you showed up right after getting back into town to update the TM.30.

OR

They'll see you neglected to update it on your previous entry and fine you anyway.
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
What if I leave the country again before reporting?
Tod *********
@George *******
, the good news is they are a little more flexible in the reporting 24 hours from when you get back home rule. So I'd go get the TM.30 receipt in your passport updated.
George ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Chiang Mai. I think we already know the answer to that one!
Robert *******
Maximum fine is 2.000 Thb and must be paid before Immigration will allow you to apply for what you need. But it all depends on Immigration Office.
Robert *******
I participated in a converence room of a hotel, Immigration organized and set the place, depending on amount of participents.
Robert *******
Or if you really interested in the Immigration law and fines, ask to follow a seminar about the laws, fines, stamps etc. It is very interesting, at least that is my experience.
Robert *******
@Monti *******
Internet only provide Unofficial Translation, visit your Immigration Office and ask a copy of the law. One example, many to be find with Google
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Robert *******
Okay, I follow the fines set by the Immigration laws, not by some notices send by landlords or their representives.
Robert *******
@Monti *******
Can you please show me where the fine is written on the TM30 Form?
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Robert *******
Monti Rieman Sorry to disappoint you, both points you are wrong. The fine is maximum 2.000 Thb, but most foreigners are only fined 1.600 Thb. The landlord, house owner or house master are responsible to report the foreigner staying at private address. And in the translation used by Immigration the house master is the person who rents the private property, so that makes the foreigner as much responsible as the land owner or house owner.
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