shinwon Posted March 17, 2021 Share Posted March 17, 2021 Hello, I'm looking to extend my Special Tourist Visa (STV) next week, and unfortunately, my landlord will not file TM30 for me. I have been looking for alternative options to obtain TM30, and I was wondering if anyone could help me verify whether the below method works or not :^( Stay at a hotel for 1 day, and after hotel files for TM30, apply for visa extension. (Btw, I stayed at a hotel a week ago for 1 day, and I remember that they used my passport to file for TM30. However, should I book another hotel a day before I go in for visa extension or would that be unnecessary?) Pay 800baht penalty for not having TM30 and extend visa. Thank you so much for your help! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted March 17, 2021 Share Posted March 17, 2021 You could book into a hotel that files a TM30. Explain that you want them to file TM30 and give you printout. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jackdd Posted March 17, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 17, 2021 I would file a police report for my landlord not reporting a foreigner, and if asked for the TM30 when applying for the extension I would show them this police report. 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinwon Posted March 17, 2021 Author Share Posted March 17, 2021 52 minutes ago, DrJack54 said: You could book into a hotel that files a TM30. Explain that you want them to file TM30 and give you printout. I was at a hotel a week ago for 1 day, and I believe they filed me for TM30 (I remember them saying that they have to report my stay and copied my passport). Should I book another hotel for another TM30 a day before visa extension? or maybe that's not necessary? Thank you by the way for the reply! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted March 17, 2021 Share Posted March 17, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, shinwon said: I was at a hotel a week ago for 1 day, and I believe they filed me for TM30 (I remember them saying that they have to report my stay and copied my passport). Should I book another hotel for another TM30 a day before visa extension? or maybe that's not necessary? Thank you by the way for the reply! If the previous hotel is not far you could drop in and ask. Would be nice to have the print out of it. Edited March 17, 2021 by DrJack54 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolpush Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 I believe the fine is 1600 baht and not 800 baht. At least that is what I was fined and I got a receipt. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paahlman Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 You dont need to stay in that hotel.. Just find the cheapest one available and get a booking there.. Should be sufficient... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinwon Posted March 18, 2021 Author Share Posted March 18, 2021 51 minutes ago, toolpush said: I believe the fine is 1600 baht and not 800 baht. At least that is what I was fined and I got a receipt. @toolpush Oh wow, so you didn't have TM30 and was fined 1600 baht? After paying the fine, were you able to extend your visa at the immigration office right away? Thanks a ton for the info btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loong Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 7 hours ago, toolpush said: I believe the fine is 1600 baht and not 800 baht. At least that is what I was fined and I got a receipt. You got a receipt?! So your landlord neglected to do a TM30 and you were fined for something that somebody else didn't do? I understood that the Landlord should do the TM 30 and if he doesn't then surely the Landlord should be fined, not the tenant. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 (edited) 18 minutes ago, loong said: You got a receipt?! So your landlord neglected to do a TM30 and you were fined for something that somebody else didn't do? I understood that the Landlord should do the TM 30 and if he doesn't then surely the Landlord should be fined, not the tenant. First up you are correct. However in real world esp with accommodation such as Airbnb also guesthouse etc etc, it's best to establish if your accommodation is prepared to lodge TM30 as required. If not then select another place. Earlier post of report matter to police is surely a wind up. Good luck enjoying your stay after you report landlord. Re the guy you quoted. If he needed to attend immigration and did not established if owner/landlord had filed a TM30 then that was foolish. BTW the fines in the past when there was crackdown was 800baht. Edited March 18, 2021 by DrJack54 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aomelia Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 I’ve grabbed a card from hotel or receipt and has been accepted it’s nothing your fault they not file 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinwon Posted March 18, 2021 Author Share Posted March 18, 2021 Thanks a ton everyone for the replies. I was so lost when my landlord said she won't file TM30 for me ???? I guess since I stayed at a hotel before and they reported TM30 online, I will just go to the immigration office for visa extension. If something goes wrong, I guess I will prepare myself to pay the penalty and extend the visa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 12 hours ago, shinwon said: Thanks a ton everyone for the replies. I was so lost when my landlord said she won't file TM30 for me ???? I guess since I stayed at a hotel before and they reported TM30 online, I will just go to the immigration office for visa extension. If something goes wrong, I guess I will prepare myself to pay the penalty and extend the visa. Did you point out that she must by law file a TM30? Do you have a rent agreement or receipts for rent,? or is it an illegal Airbnb or unlicensed hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinwon Posted March 19, 2021 Author Share Posted March 19, 2021 @brianthainess I reserved the stay through Agoda homestay. It's an apartment, so I guess it's basically like Airbnb? (I didn't know Airbnb was illegal here!) I was debating to argue with her about TM30, but I didn't want any troubles so yeah :^( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 2 hours ago, shinwon said: @brianthainess I reserved the stay through Agoda homestay. It's an apartment, so I guess it's basically like Airbnb? (I didn't know Airbnb was illegal here!) I was debating to argue with her about TM30, but I didn't want any troubles so yeah :^( Almost all the Agoda homestay are privately owned and are also Airbnb listed. You certainly don't stay there if your needing TM30 for immigration purposes. Ignore the "it's their responsibility to file TM30. Some even suggest report to police. Ridiculous. Now just get around the issue. If TM30 needed cut your loss and book a night in hotel that will file TM30. Obtain receipt and attend imm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolpush Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 On 3/18/2021 at 10:16 PM, loong said: You got a receipt?! So your landlord neglected to do a TM30 and you were fined for something that somebody else didn't do? I understood that the Landlord should do the TM 30 and if he doesn't then surely the Landlord should be fined, not the tenant. I was in Pattaya. I "own" the house I live in. I have never reported before because I didn't ever need to. This time I entered on a STV and went to extend it. They required a TM 30. And, yes, I got a receipt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolpush Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 On 3/18/2021 at 3:58 PM, shinwon said: @toolpush Oh wow, so you didn't have TM30 and was fined 1600 baht? After paying the fine, were you able to extend your visa at the immigration office right away? Thanks a ton for the info btw. Yes, it was quite amusing actually. I was told to report to the desk concerning my lack of a TM 30. I sat down and the young lady began haranguing me, I held up my hand and simply said:" What If I just paid the fine?". She immediately changed her attitude and with a big smile said ok, give me 1600 baht and all is good. I took the receipt to the extension desk and got my extension right away. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 I just took a disabled mate of mine to Immigration sub office to check that he is OK with the TM 30 for his next 90 days from his new landlord, who did it online, they were very helpful, even made a copy of his passport free, and telling me 3 times to take care of him, wow! compassion from immigration! "him not have to come back you take care him for him" BUT gave him the form and told him to get the Landlord to fill it out with a copy of his ID and house book. Is their own site that is not working? Or is it bcoz he is new to this province? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 18 minutes ago, brianthainess said: get the Landlord to fill it out with a copy of his ID and house book. Is their own site that is not working? Or is it bcoz he is new to this province? If I'm understanding this correctly it is because he has changed address. They are using TM30 for when you change address and they update address details etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 31 minutes ago, brianthainess said: Is their own site that is not working? At this time immigration cannot check their records of TM30 reports done online. It is down along with the entire extranet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethanySoto Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 I understand the situation can be a bit tricky, especially with the TM30 requirement. Staying at a hotel for a day before your visa extension could potentially work. It's essential to ensure that the hotel files your TM30 correctly, just like you mentioned during your previous stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip9 Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 1 hour ago, BethanySoto said: I understand the situation can be a bit tricky, especially with the TM30 requirement. Staying at a hotel for a day before your visa extension could potentially work. It's essential to ensure that the hotel files your TM30 correctly, just like you mentioned during your previous stay. Why are you posting to a 2 year old thread????? Bizare 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAFETY FIRST Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 On 3/18/2021 at 2:04 PM, toolpush said: I believe the fine is 1600 baht and not 800 baht. At least that is what I was fined and I got a receipt. Same here 1600 baht. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethanySoto Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 On 1/25/2024 at 1:26 PM, BethanySoto said: I understand the situation can be a bit tricky, especially with the TM30 requirement. Staying at a hotel for a day before your visa extension could potentially work. It's essential to ensure that the hotel files your TM30 correctly, just like you mentioned during your previous stay. As for the 800-baht penalty option, it might be a fallback plan in case the hotel method doesn't work out as expected.But have you ever considered taking a short break to unwind? I've been contemplating a trip to Aguila de Osa Costa Rica lately. It looks like a fantastic place to relax and reconnect with nature. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 1 hour ago, BethanySoto said: As for the 800-baht penalty option, it might be a fallback plan in case the hotel method doesn't work out as expected.But have you ever considered taking a short break to unwind? I've been contemplating a trip to Aguila de Osa Costa Rica lately. It looks like a fantastic place to relax and reconnect with nature. Tempted to report this as spam, but on the off chance that you're trying to be funny, what would such a "short break" from Thailand to Costa Rica (of all places) cost you and how much time would you spend on a plane? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 12 minutes ago, Caldera said: what would such a "short break" from Thailand to Costa Rica (of all places) cost you and how much time would you spend on a plane? I just checked Skyscanner. (obviously I have time on hands) 32k baht one way with 3 stops. Why don't folk do this more often. Back to real world...a TM30 from a stay in hotel will work. Check with hotel they can give you screenshot of TM30 being done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mokwit Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 On 3/18/2021 at 2:04 PM, toolpush said: I believe the fine is 1600 baht and not 800 baht. At least that is what I was fined and I got a receipt. Bt 600 for Thai Nationals though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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