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Who is Responsible for Filing the TM30 Registration as a Foreign Tenant in Thailand?
I have written into my offer for a lease on a condo we are renting next year, (sic) the "Lessor" shall file (Online or otherwise) a TM30 Immigration Department registration for the "Alien" - "Lessee" and provide to said "Alien" - "Lessee" a receipt of such notification together with a copy of the condo Tabien Baan' showing the "lessee's" name therein. I also attached a downloaded Thai Script document detailing the TM30 requirement by Immigration for all "Aliens" to be registered within 24 hours of their arrival. It has occurred to me real estate people are as ill-informed this requirement as are the general public.
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The discussion revolves around the responsibility for filing the TM30 registration with the Immigration Department in Thailand. While many believe it is the landlord's duty, several comments highlight that tenants (foreigners) may also share this responsibility. It is emphasized that regardless of who should file, tenants must ensure that the TM30 is filed timely to avoid potential fines or complications with immigration services.
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Tod *********
This debate could go on and on concerning what people think as far as who is responsible for filing a TM30.
Bottom line is, IF you as a foreigner need to get an extension at your immigration office and they require a TM30 being filed, it doesn't matter who is responsible, you either get one filed or you don't get an extension.
Bottom line is, IF you as a foreigner need to get an extension at your immigration office and they require a TM30 being filed, it doesn't matter who is responsible, you either get one filed or you don't get an extension.
Tod *********
Here are the ONLY receipts you can use to show proof of having a TM30 filed ;)
Craig ********
It's totally up to you to file not the realtors or landlord it's your passport and your details that need to be done
Lloyd ********
As the "possessor", the tenant has the responsibility to file too.
Ludovico **********
The responsibility belongs to the landlord, not your, but you are the injured party if he does not.
Steve *********
@Craig *******
I always thought that it was the landlord's responsibility? Not that they all do it
James ********
Good Luck...and if for whatever reason the TM30 is not timely filed... rest assured Thai Immigration will hold you responsible for the fine when you first seek a service from them or file a report with them.
Then you can use your legal expertise to seek reimbursement from the owner.
This is Thailand. Welcome.
Then you can use your legal expertise to seek reimbursement from the owner.
This is Thailand. Welcome.
Gregor **********
don't blame any realtors for not following the law. . they are NOT responsible, only the owner of the condo is, and in this case, it mostly is not the real estate agents
Gregor **********
don't know what's your problem. Arrive in Thailand, move into a condo, take the landlord's or the condo managements proofs of ownership to Immigration and register yourself under the TM30 rule
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