What tips should I know for dealing with Chon Buri Immigration, especially regarding TM28 and TM30 forms?

Chon Buri Immigration TM28 TM30 Visa Requirements 90-day Reporting Expat Experience

Apr 26, 2018

7 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Need some useful tips in dealing with Chon Buri Immigration - I’m moving from Bangkok to Chon Burin next week 🙂

1.  Are they strict on TM28 and TM30 being lodged when moving, travelling etc?

2.  How is the wait/queue there compared to Bangkok?

3.  How are they to deal with in general, and anything that you think would be beneficial to know?

Looking for people with recent experience and knowledge...the likes of Tod etc.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

When dealing with Chon Buri Immigration, it's important to know that they prioritize TM30 submissions over TM28, as the latter is not recognized in this location. The wait times are generally shorter for 90-day reports, averaging around 5-15 minutes, but extensions based on marriage can be quite challenging. Expect the office to be busier during holiday periods, so consider timing your visit accordingly. Being aware of these details and how the office operates can help make your experience smoother.

David ******

90 day report is very fast, like 5-15 min. Extension based on marriage is a nightmare and at Chon Buri Immigration and can really make you wonder if its worth it to live here, never tried BKK but only Chiang Mai

7 years ago

Glen *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Sorry, can I clarify one issue - what if the new owner does not want to do the TM30, how would I submit it without his ID and house registration?

7 years ago

Glen *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Well, my experience in Jomtien Immigration was amazing - walked in at 11am after sleeping in, and walked out 11.03am...all done in less than 3 minutes (TM30)

7 years ago

Glen *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Martin *************

thank god, thanks Martin and Tod 🙂

7 years ago

Martin **************

Just bring a copy of the rental contract, then it should be ok. at least in Jomtien

7 years ago

Tod *********

Chiang Mai and Jomtien will let you 'self file' with none of the land lords documentation

7 years ago

Tod *********

unfortunately you wouldn't, but you could go to the immigration office and I have seen them call landlords and tell them they have to come do it

7 years ago

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Tod *********

Ron *******

Chonburi don't recognise the TM28. It's all done via a TM30. Can be extremely busy before and after holidays. Not so bad during low season.

Oh, and they know every trick in the book and want it there way of doing things.

7 years ago

Martin **************

Was there today, great service. registration and visa extension in less than 45 min.

the officer told me they accept the TM30 registration up to 3 days without fine.

and she informed me that i could travel within the kingdom without re-registation.

7 years ago

Ron *******

Best to ask them as they change there mind on a daily basis.

7 years ago

Glen *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

do they want new TM30 every time I travel and return to same address? I know in BKK they don’t care about it.

7 years ago

Ron *******

Yes. They don't use a TM28 in Chonburi.

7 years ago

Glen *********