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What steps do I need to take to obtain a TM30 for my visa extension in Thailand?

Ian ********
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Hi all! I'm due to get my 30 day TR visa extension done on Monday in Bangkok. However, I've been informed that i may need to show proof of a TM30, which i don't have, nor does my air bnb host have any clue what this is. Just so i cover my bases, what steps should i take to get the TM30, does anyone know any hacks or should i not be worried. Thanks!
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A user is seeking guidance on how to obtain a TM30 registration in order to process their visa extension in Bangkok. They currently have a 30-day TR visa and are unsure about the TM30 requirement. Several commenters provide advice: hosts should register the TM30 online easily; if unnecessary delays occur, checking into a hotel to get a TM30 may be an alternative; and it's shared that some individuals were not asked for the TM30 when applying for extensions. Location differences for visa extensions are also noted.
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Stuart *********
Stuart *********
Send your host this link.
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It’s free for them to register and easy to set up in a few minutes. Then they can register you and other guests easily in a couple of minutes.

At the bottom there are links to a manual in Thai and English to take them through the steps as needed.
Adriane *****
Adriane *****
My TM 30 wasn’t ready until the next day. Keep that in mind.
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Adriane ****
strange because as soon as the hotel files a TM30 on a person they can access, export the file and print the PDF receipt of having done one on someone..

Maybe the person who actually does the TM30 in the immigration system for the hotel wasn't there at the time
Ian ********
Ian ********
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Adriane Lew a hotel said that if i check in on the Sunday, the tm30 would be given to me on the Monday morning when i check out. I still don't get why 1 night would satisfy immigration.
Greg ***********
Greg ***********
if your a-hole AirBnB host won't register you TM30, all you can do is check into a hotel for 1-2 nights and ask them for the printout of the TM30 registration, visit Immigration and apply for the 30-days touristic extension
Dave *******
Dave *******
Greg Alexander its there responsibility surely
Ian ********
Ian ********
OP
Greg Alexander yeah, I'll report them if they don't, they won't like that threat lol. I've already been told by a hotel close to me that they will do a tm30, but will 1 night be okay? Won't it have the check out date?
Newfarang ****
Newfarang ****
I would check in to an hotel on Sunday as Tod says make sure they will give you a copy of the TM 30 they send to immigration.
Tod *********
Tod *********
So you have a real tourist visa <- that you bought from a thai consulate before you came here and got 60 days when you entered?

OR

Did you just show up here and get stamped in for 30 days free stamp (visa exempt)?

I ask because you go to different places for the 30 day extension

Free stamp (visa exempt) - IT Square Laksi Plaza, floor 3

Tourist Visa - Chaengwattana Building B, floor 2 section J

Both immigration offices are pretty hard on you having a TM30 filed and there is no 'hack' to get one. Many people have been forced to check into a hotel for a day to get a TM30 issued for their extension after they were knocked back

BUT

WIth that being said, some people reported they weren't even asked for a TM30 when they got their extension.

All you can do is try, it'll either fly or it won't
Ian ********
Ian ********
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@Tod ********
so i have the TR visa that applied for when i was in the UK, for the 1st oct -29th nov. I have not had any extensions and Monday will be my first TR extension. Also, if i checked into a hotel say tomorrow night, for 1 night, then will that be okay?
Tod *********
Tod *********
then you go to Chaengwattana for your 30 day extension, I sure would AVOID going there on a Monday or Friday as they're just jammed with people because of the weekend.

As I said, you can try it without a TM30 and see if it'll go thru OR check in to a hotel <make sure they can do a TM30 online and print you the receipt BEFORE you check in though, some won't do it
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Ian *******
should work, best of luck with it, report back on how it goes if you would
Ian ********
Ian ********
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@Tod ********
Cool, I've just strolled over to a hotel across the street and they said if i do a 1 night stay, leaving Monday morning, then i can get a tm30 from them, I'll then visit immigration later that day. Will the 1 night be enough?
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Ian *******
they do it while you check in, and can export/print the PDF of the TM30 right then
Ian ********
Ian ********
OP
@Tod ********
how long does the process take after I've checked in?
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Ian *******
good you have an appt!!

yep you physically have to check in, pay for the room, etc and then they file a TM30
Ian ********
Ian ********
OP
@Tod ********
i have an appointment on Monday, it's pr e booked. Would you recommend that i reach out to the hotel first? And would i need to physically check into the hotel?

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