Moved to Rayong in recent months. I traveled abroad so I now need to the first 90-day report in person. What's the process like at Rayong Immigration walk -in? Thanks in advance.

Yes, walk-in. It can be busy at times, especially if buses of Lao/Cambodian workers are being processed. I have found going in the afternoon, after 2pm is best.

21 hours ago, Wuvu2 said:

I now need to the first 90-day report in person

You'll also need a TM30, I think!

5 minutes ago, OJAS said:

You'll also need a TM30, I think!

In general not required..

@brewsterbudgen deals with that office and can advise.

If simple to provide TM30 then yes best idea

15 hours ago, brewsterbudgen said:

especially if buses of Lao/Cambodian workers are being processed

According to the annoucement issued in advance of the recent change of location, these 2 nationalities are still being processed at the old site!

3 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

In general not required..

@brewsterbudgen deals with that office and can advise.

They are also my office and I can assure you that they are definitely, in my experience, keen when it comes to the TM30.

30 minutes ago, OJAS said:

They are also my office and I can assure you that they are definitely, in my experience, keen when it comes to the TM30.

Just another example of different offices having particular requirements..

In the main just handing over pp is sufficient

Sounds like I need to put on a pair of long pants and go check out their new office. Pattaya seems to have the 90 report down to clock work so hopefully Rayong isn't much more trouble. Thanks, fellas.

On 3/8/2026 at 2:42 AM, Wuvu2 said:

Sounds like I need to put on a pair of long pants and go check out their new office. Pattaya seems to have the 90 report down to clock work so hopefully Rayong isn't much more trouble. Thanks, fellas.

Copy of passport and extension stamp, updated TM30 if not current they will do one there for no charge and the line is short for that. Plus your TM47.

On 3/8/2026 at 2:42 AM, Wuvu2 said:

Sounds like I need to put on a pair of long pants and go check out their new office. Pattaya seems to have the 90 report down to clock work so hopefully Rayong isn't much more trouble. Thanks, fellas.

It will be no problem for you, just make sure you grab a number as soon as you enter. The online for 90 here is fantastic, did mine this morning and it was approved before ten. Good luck

I've been using Rayong for six years and never had any particular problems, though as mentioned it can get very busy at times.

I now always do the first 90 day report by mail, much easier IMO. Only visit in person for the annual extension.

On 3/7/2026 at 7:35 AM, brewsterbudgen said:

Yes, walk-in. It can be busy at times, especially if buses of Lao/Cambodian workers are being processed. I have found going in the afternoon, after 2pm is best.

I don't know how it works for the 90 day reporting, but for extensions chances are that you will have to go in the morning to be able to get a number and join the queue. I was in there

twice in December just after the lunch break, and the queue was closed. The second time, after a lot of begging, they said OK, but I would be last. So I sat there from 1 to 5 pm. And there weren't many Lao/Cambodian. It was farang /Chinese/Korean. Most of them I assume, work in Mataphut, so might not be much better during off season.

You would think that with the much bigger, new immigration office things would be faster than in the crammed old one, but the opposite seems to be the case.

On 3/8/2026 at 2:42 AM, Wuvu2 said:

Sounds like I need to put on a pair of long pants and go check out their new office. Pattaya seems to have the 90 report down to clock work so hopefully Rayong isn't much more trouble. Thanks, fellas.

I always go in there in my cycling shorts. Never been a problem.

On 3/7/2026 at 11:48 PM, DrJack54 said:

Just another example of different offices having particular requirements..

In the main just handing over pp is sufficient

Agreed.

Pathum Thani only giving PP required.

But we'll see. I've got to do one in person on (appropriately) April 1st !

But best follow what other members 'in the know' recommend for Rayong.

12 minutes ago, orchidfan said:

But best follow what other members 'in the know' recommend for Rayong.

I tend to overkill.

Siam legal provide clear outline of options.

Personally my next one will be via mail as I had recent trip abroad.

Source: ThaiEmbassy.com https://share.google/CwUwqluoyloBiOD2k

2 hours ago, thecyclist said:

I don't know how it works for the 90 day reporting, but for extensions chances are that you will have to go in the morning to be able to get a number and join the queue. I was in there

twice in December just after the lunch break, and the queue was closed. The second time, after a lot of begging, they said OK, but I would be last. So I sat there from 1 to 5 pm. And there weren't many Lao/Cambodian. It was farang /Chinese/Korean. Most of them I assume, work in Mataphut, so might not be much better during off season.

You would think that with the much bigger, new immigration office things would be faster than in the crammed old one, but the opposite seems to be the case.

I was also there twice in December, couldn't believe how packed it was, got a number and went out and ran errands had lunch and then back, didn't get out until three thirty. Been using Rayong for ten years, at the old office I was never there for more than an hour. Don't know where all of the extra people are coming from. They still use the old office for migrant workers so it just doesn't make any sense.

22 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

I tend to overkill.

Siam legal provide clear outline of options.

Personally my next one will be via mail as I had recent trip abroad.

Source: ThaiEmbassy.com https://share.google/CwUwqluoyloBiOD2k

By mail? Really?, after a trip outside Thailand?

That's one thing pathum thani are strict on.

Anytime one travels overseas one must do the next 90days report in person!

I'm lucky I guess being only about a 20 minute drive (on a good day) from their office.

Also the Thailand Post reliability around here is next to hopeless.

CC monthly bill arrives after the "payment due by" date 80% of the time!!!

Bank insists it is sent on time.

4 hours ago, orchidfan said:

By mail? Really?, after a trip outside Thailand?

Anytime one travels overseas one must do the next 90days report in person!

Submitting TM47 by mail is considered an in-person report.

4 hours ago, orchidfan said:

By mail? Really?, after a trip outside Thailand?

That's one thing pathum thani are strict on.

Anytime one travels overseas one must do the next 90days report in person!

I can only comment on CW.

90 Report in person equates to in person or report via mail.

Note: for those considering report via mail do that 15 days prior to due date

On 3/9/2026 at 2:46 PM, thecyclist said:

You would think that with the much bigger, new immigration office things would be faster than in the crammed old one, but the opposite seems to be the case.

Looks like the blame lies with the rapid growth of the EEC, which apparently attracts a vast number of foreign visitors. The new office was supposed to tackle the overcrowding issues which plagued the old office, but it is clear that it, too, has been similarly overwhelmed right from the get-go since last October. And no doubt the situation can only get even worse for those who need to use the office's services as the EEC's growth presumably continues apace relentlessly and attracts even more foreign visitors in their droves.

https://miceoss.tceb.or.th/en/new-rayong-immigration-office/

The new immigration office was packed with people, but only 2 people in que for 90 report, and I was in and out in less than 5 minutes.

On 3/9/2026 at 2:46 PM, thecyclist said:

I don't know how it works for the 90 day reporting, but for extensions chances are that you will have to go in the morning to be able to get a number and join the queue. I was in there

twice in December just after the lunch break, and the queue was closed. The second time, after a lot of begging, they said OK, but I would be last. So I sat there from 1 to 5 pm. And there weren't many Lao/Cambodian. It was farang /Chinese/Korean. Most of them I assume, work in Mataphut, so might not be much better during off season.

You would think that with the much bigger, new immigration office things would be faster than in the crammed old one, but the opposite seems to be the case.

On 3/9/2026 at 5:00 PM, flexomike said:

I was also there twice in December, couldn't believe how packed it was, got a number and went out and ran errands had lunch and then back, didn't get out until three thirty. Been using Rayong for ten years, at the old office I was never there for more than an hour. Don't know where all of the extra people are coming from. They still use the old office for migrant workers so it just doesn't make any sense.

I have now come across a note from Siam Legal giving details of a special EEC Visa, for which we long-established users of the Rayong Immigration Office have, I think, to "thank" for the persistent overcrowding there these days:

https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/eastern-economic-corridor-eec-visa/

What I do find puzzling, though is that, since the EEC covers the 3 provinces of Chachoengsao, Chonburi and Rayong, why have we not been hearing similar reports in recent times of increased crowding at the immigration offices serving the provinces of Chachoengsao and Chonburi - in particular Jomtien? Or might Rayong be the solely-appointed office for dealing with issues relating to the EEC Visa across the whole EEC area?

4 hours ago, OJAS said:

I have now come across a note from Siam Legal giving details of a special EEC Visa, for which we long-established users of the Rayong Immigration Office have, I think, to "thank" for the persistent overcrowding there these days:

https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/eastern-economic-corridor-eec-visa/

What I do find puzzling, though is that, since the EEC covers the 3 provinces of Chachoengsao, Chonburi and Rayong, why have we not been hearing similar reports in recent times of increased crowding at the immigration offices serving the provinces of Chachoengsao and Chonburi - in particular Jomtien? Or might Rayong be the solely-appointed office for dealing with issues relating to the EEC Visa across the whole EEC area?

4 hours ago, OJAS said:

I have now come across a note from Siam Legal giving details of a special EEC Visa, for which we long-established users of the Rayong Immigration Office have, I think, to "thank" for the persistent overcrowding there these days:

https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/eastern-economic-corridor-eec-visa/

What I do find puzzling, though is that, since the EEC covers the 3 provinces of Chachoengsao, Chonburi and Rayong, why have we not been hearing similar reports in recent times of increased crowding at the immigration offices serving the provinces of Chachoengsao and Chonburi - in particular Jomtien? Or might Rayong be the solely-appointed office for dealing with issues relating to the EEC Visa across the whole EEC area?

I guess that would make sense, my plan from now on is to get a number and then go out shopping and come back after lunch, I guess one time a year is not the end of the world

3 hours ago, flexomike said:

I guess that would make sense, my plan from now on is to get a number and then go out shopping and come back after lunch, I guess one time a year is not the end of the world

In view of @thecyclist 's recent experience I think that the important thing is for us seeking extensions to get there by noon for our number, otherwise we risk being turned away.

This all appears to have the hallmarks of a repeat of the Chiang Mai fiasco several years ago, when there were reports on here of retirees having to queue up outside the immigration office from the small hours if they were to stand any chance of obtaining their latest extensions the same day!

42 minutes ago, OJAS said:

In view of @thecyclist 's recent experience I think that the important thing is for us seeking extensions to get there by noon for our number, otherwise we risk being turned away.

This all appears to have the hallmarks of a repeat of the Chiang Mai fiasco several years ago, when there were reports on here of retirees having to queue up outside the immigration office from the small hours if they were to stand any chance of obtaining their latest extensions the same day!

At my age and health issues, I would have to consider an agent if it gets that bad.

On 3/7/2026 at 11:48 PM, DrJack54 said:

Just another example of different offices having particular requirements..

In the main just handing over pp is sufficient

need a form tm47 as well, they are hot on tm30's

1 hour ago, steve187 said:

need a form tm47 as well, they are hot on tm30's

Yes most offices require TM47.

Some not.

https://aseannow.com/topic/1344055-90-day-report-in-person-what-is-required/