So I left Thailand and reentered on my DTV back in April. Today I went to report my address for the 90 day report.
Had all my documents in order (or so I thought).
I did not know you needed a TM30 for each time you exit and reenter Thailand. Immigration official’s smile immediately fades when she looks me up in the system and asks why my TM30 is dated for July and not April.
Well, “There was a typo in my name”, I said.
She said, “No, where is your TM30 for April. You only have two TM30s. Where is owner. Charge ฿1600. Contact owner right now. Do not leave. You call I speak to owner.”
Condo Owner: not responding to texts or calls
Me: the genius who left his wallet back at the condo, because, “Oh, immigration is just a short stroll to the beach, I’ll be in and out.”
Currently sitting here hoping they’ll let me return with the money. Each time they ask for owner, they just get angrier and angrier. Dear God
Update: They let me come back with the money. Got my receipt and I swear to God I’ll never make that mistake again 🤣
TLDR : Answer Summary
The author shares a personal experience of facing difficulties during a 90-day report at Thai immigration after failing to provide a TM30 for a recent re-entry into Thailand. They were unaware that a TM30 was required every time they exited and re-entered the country, leading to a stressful situation at the immigration office. After several attempts to reach the condo owner for the necessary paperwork, they were eventually allowed to return with the required fee. The post highlights the importance of understanding local visa rules and procedures, with commenters emphasizing the need to file TM30 forms anytime one leaves Thailand.
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