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Which city in Thailand is easiest for foreigners to obtain a Residence Certificate?
Nov 18, 2025
5 months ago
Miles ******
ORIGINAL POSTERHi guys, Miles here. Can someone please tell me which city is the easiest for foreigners to get the Residence Certificate? I am planning on applying for this certificate as soon as I land in Thailand so definitely trying to avoid that 90-day notification requirement.
Any information is appreciated. Thank you all!.
Any information is appreciated. Thank you all!.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The conversation discusses the process of obtaining a Residence Certificate in Thailand, especially regarding the 90-day reporting requirement for foreigners. Participants clarify that one must typically stay for at least 180 days at a location to qualify for the residence certificate. The TM30 form is necessary, and servicing immigration offices can assist with this process. Some commenters mention specifics about various cities, noting that Bangkok no longer requires a 90-day report to obtain the certificate, though it is essential to be registered with a valid TM30.
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Tod *********
There is NO OFFICE anymore that has the 'must file a 90 day report' before you get a certificate of residence
Bangkok USED to require it, they do not any more. All you need is a valid TM30 showing you're registerered as staying in Bangkok and you can apply for a certificate of residence at the main immigration office at Chaengwattana Government Complex
Bangkok USED to require it, they do not any more. All you need is a valid TM30 showing you're registerered as staying in Bangkok and you can apply for a certificate of residence at the main immigration office at Chaengwattana Government Complex
Waqar ********
@Tod ********
that's a great relief if true. Thank you..!Miles ******
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that’s perfect! Thank you!Reply to
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John **********
You apply for a residence certificate at the immigration office where you have a TM30 filed. If you are staying at a hotel they should do that for you otherwise your landlord or the owner of your accommodation should do it
Miles ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@John *********
ok 👌🏽 yeah that’s what I read too just wanted to make sure it’s valid. Once the landlord has filed the TM 30, I’ll just need a copy of that (not the original) and bring it to the immigration office correct?James ********
Having a residence certificate does 🚫 NOT mean you don't have to file a 90 day report when you are in Thailand for 90 days.
Waqar ********
@James *******
yes we understand. However, this certificate is needed for some important tasks like applying for a Thai license, some embassies need it as well.. Earlier, Bangkok immigration will only issue it, if you had a 90 days report with them. It means no residence certificate unless you spend 90 days in Thailand. Glad it changed.Reply to
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John **********
Miles Renn yea, a copy of the receipt for filing
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thank you!Reply to
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Greg ********
Jomtien used to issue a RC once a TM30 had been submitted. It was posted Bangkok started doing it but you need to check.
Miles ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
can I get the TM30 directly from the landlord of the hotel/airbnb I stay?Greg ********
Miles Renn That is the idea lol
Andrew *********
Miles Renn Its the law, but some dont want to bother doing it so make sure you ask for it.
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that’s what I read tooGreg ********
Miles Renn I had two recently in Chiang Mai. One for licenses and one to buy a bike. Paid 1000 one time and 1200 last week for bike transfer. Needed TM30
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DTV_Be*******
There are only a few ways to get out of doing a 90 day report
Depart Thailand for an international trip every <89 days forever
LTR visa it’s once annually
Permanent Residence you can apply after 3 years working a Thai job or your own company in which you make the mandatory monthly salary
Get Thai citizenship
That’s it
Good luck
Depart Thailand for an international trip every <89 days forever
LTR visa it’s once annually
Permanent Residence you can apply after 3 years working a Thai job or your own company in which you make the mandatory monthly salary
Get Thai citizenship
That’s it
Good luck
Greg ********
DTV_Begpacker I think you are missing his question. He wants a Residence Certificate without waiting to do a 90 day report. Not that he does not want to do the 90 day report. This could be for a driving licence or to buy a vehicle
Iasmin ***********
I also want to get the drive license, how can i do that?
Greg ********
@Iasmin **********
Do you have license from home country with relevant endorsment or do you want to take Thai lessons and test?Iasmin ***********
I have brazilian license and Brazilian international license
Miles ******
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I think a license from your home country plus an IDP and a proper residence certificate are enough for a foreigner to register a motorcycle in Thailand from what I read onlineIasmin ***********
Okay nice
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it was unclearGreg ********
DTV_Begpacker Yes, had to read between the lines.
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thanks for explaining this lol 👊🏽😁Reply to
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Anonymous ******************
The only way to avoid 90-days notification is traveling out of the country before 90 days. Residence certificate has nothing to it.
Marianne ********
Anonymous participant 521 They don't want to avoid it altogether, but they don't want to go to a office that requires one before they give out a Residence Certificate.
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Anonymous ******************
Lol. You definitely need to spend at least 180 days in one place to get the certificate of residence. Do you think you could get it anywhere just after staying 1 week there?
Any immigration office will prepare such a document for you, but you need to be serious.
Any immigration office will prepare such a document for you, but you need to be serious.
Pete *******
Anonymous participant 521 complete nonsense, my local office issues them once a TM30 is on file. No waiting period.
Greg ********
Anonymous participant 521 Jomtien used to give them out once TM30 registered. No 180 day stay was ever required. Max was a 90 day report.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 521 once again, proof comment access should be restricted in this group. You are completely wrong, but I admire the confidence.
Marianne ********
Anonymous participant 521 This is false.
Some offices had a rule that you had to have done a 90 day report.
But now most seem to be ok with just a filed TM30.
Some offices had a rule that you had to have done a 90 day report.
But now most seem to be ok with just a filed TM30.
Robert *******
Anonymous participant 521 WHAT? I got is 5 days after arriving, yep I could not go the same day.
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