What Should I Do About Changing My Visa Address After Moving in Thailand?

Jul 2, 2020
4 years ago
Andy ******
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Hi gang.

We our moving house today at short notice , just 2 kilometres from old house , same province and town. Could anybody please advise what I need to do regarding Visa change of address please?

I'm worried as our lease started yesterday and dont want to affect Visa.

Or should I call local immigration and ask them , I just want to ask you guys as I worry theyll cancel Visa if I dont donthis properly.

Thanks for any advice.
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The user is seeking advice on how to properly report a change of address for their visa after moving houses in Thailand. They are worried about the implications for their visa and whether they need to notify immigration immediately or can wait until their next reporting date. Comments suggest that they need to file a TM30 within 24 hours, bring necessary documents like the house book and passport, and some advise not to worry excessively about the timing as there might only be a small fine for late filing if necessary.
Andy ******
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I'm going to go 2 weeks before report date for peace of mind.

I'm an anxious person , but that's what they said .
Andy ******
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You can close commenting if you wish.

I appreciate all the help I get here. Thank you.๐Ÿ‘
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
You're welcome. You can also close commenting by yourself by clicking on the three dots on the upper right hand side of the post and chose "close comments"
Benjamin ******
For the TM30, you have to file it no later then 24 business hours after you arrive at a location (in some immigration offices), and once it's submitted, you don't need to refile unless you stay the night at another place.
Andy ******
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@Benjamin *****
he dudnt mention that , just said bring house books passport etc.

This gets me so anxious .
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
Why? I wouldn't worry about it myself
Andy ******
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@Benjamin *****
just about the 24 hr thing Benjamin. He didnt mention so you think be ok.

Sorry mate I just doubt myself then get anxiety.

I think I'll be ok if I do as he says..

I hope ๐Ÿ‘
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
You'll be fine. Don't overthink it. It won't affect your visa/ extension of stay if you file late, but you will be fined a small amount of money (I think 800THB where you live). So don't sweat it at all
Andy ******
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@Benjamin *****
thank you Benjamin.

I've just asked the lady owner and she wont give us house book or let us make a copy.

I don't know what to do know.

Looks like I've lost my rent and will have to look elsewhere.
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
I'd try to self file the TM30; they may accept it. Tod Daniels made a post about it at

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Andy ******
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@Benjamin *****
much appreciated mate. I'll try that .

All else fails we can find somewhere else.

I'll keep immigration notified so I'm not being dishonest.

Thanks Benjamin
Andy ******
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Ok..my wife just called as I wasnt 100% what he said.

I am to take old house book and new house book , and new house owners I'd card if she cant come with us , also passport and firms inside.

That's what they said.

I hope this is ok.
Benjamin ******
That sounds about right for a TM30 submittal.
Andy ******
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I just spoke to immigration Nakhon si thammarat.

He asked when my next report is , its August 6th.

He said not to worry and change when I do next report.

I hope this is ok .

He said to bring passport didnt mention house book ?

Should I call again or have you heard this before.

Excuse my ignorance .
Robert *******
If it has its own address, the foreigners has to be reported within 24 hours.
Benjamin ******
That's a TM30 question. I recommend going to your local immigration office and ask them what their policy is
Andy ******
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Ok ๐Ÿ‘
Andy ******
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Shall I post response on this thread,
Andy ******
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I will definately do that mate.

Thank you ๐Ÿ‘
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
yep, just respond here on your post.
Andy ******
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Cheers Benjamin. I'll call them now.

๐Ÿ‘
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
can you let us know what they say, and where you're at?
Andy ******
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I will go , just thought a call first may be the way?
Andy ******
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@Benjamin *****
as its 30km away you think i give them a call ? I dont want to put myself in it for reporting a day late.
Benjamin ******
@Andy *****
sure, just give them a call, see what they say.
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