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What should I do if my Airbnb host did not file a TM30 after my arrival for a visa extension?

TM30 Airbnb regulations Visa extension Thai immigration policies Long-term rental Immigration office requirements

Bhon ******

asked Oct 15, 2021

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Question on TM30: What if the Airbnb I booked did not file for TM30 after I have arrived? Can I still apply for a 30-day visa extension?

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The post discusses the process related to TM30 filings for those staying in Airbnb accommodations in Thailand. If your Airbnb host did not file a TM30 after your arrival, it could affect your ability to apply for a 30-day visa extension, as different immigration offices have varying policies regarding TM30 requirements for extensions. It's highlighted that technically, Airbnb rentals are illegal unless rented monthly, and the responsibility to file TM30 lies with the property owner. If staying with family, they can submit the TM30 for you. It's crucial to check the specific regulations of the immigration office you are dealing with, as requirements can differ significantly from one location to another.

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Ashley *********

@Benjamin *****

If I stay with family with no lease involved can I still fill in a TM30 myself?

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Ashley ********

Your Thai family will submit the TM30 for you. They can use one of the following three applications:

Online [best option]:

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Apple:

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Android

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OR do it in person at the local immigration office. The forms are located in the "Files" section of the group.

5 years ago

Ashley *********

@Benjamin *****

Thanks. It was just in case they didn't and waved it off as unimportant. I like to stick to the rules :)

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Ashley ********

IF they say "I don't want to file it", have them watch this video from the Thai Government about the TM30 (it's in Thai, subbed in English)

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5 years ago

Marcus ********

Nothing to do with Bangkok or elsewhere, but AirBnB does not file TM30 for you. The owner has to do this.

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Each immigration office has their own requirements and policies. What happens in Bangkok *MAY NOT* happen for Phuket, or Kanchanburi. Please don't comment UNLESS you use Bangkok Immigration.

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

Which immigration office? Some immigration offices do not allow an extension of stay to be filed without a TM30, some allow it, and some will give you a fine.

AND... do you have a long term rental contract (1 or more months) OR are you on a daily or weekly payment plan?

TECHNICALLY, AirBnBs are illegal in Thailand if they are not renting the room on a monthly basis.

5 years ago

Bhon ******

@Benjamin *****

in Bangkok

5 years ago

Bhon ******

This is very helpful. Thank you 🙏 I will do this 😊

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Tonmai **************

The ASQ (or SHA+) should have no problem giving you a print out of the TM30. If they do, say "Section 38", or show the picture I attached above.

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Tonmai **************

They *MAY NOT* ask for a TM30. It's hit-or-miss there

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Tonmai **************

My advice would be to get the TM30 that was submitted by the quarantine hotel, and file the extension of stay BEFORE you move to the AirBnB. You will use one of the following two BOTTOM slips as proof of TM30 being submitted.

5 years ago

Bhon ******

@Benjamin *****

after I’m done with my quarantine, I’ll move to my Airbnb house which I rented for a month

5 years ago