Condo managers want passport copies, do I need to give?

[Cheesekraft]

I am renting through the owner, have never dealt with the people downstairs. They have stolen at least one package from me, and they are generally extremely rude/unwelcome. I signed the contract through the owners, they have my passport etc. Do I need to also give them to the staff working the desk? They want a copy of my GF and mine, they are not good people, I would rather not if I did not have to. Am I obligated to?

[peterjackson]

The Condo Association Rules will outline the unit owners obligations.

My gut feeling is that if it's requested, you have an obligation.

Check the Association Rules for clarification.

[masuk]

Condos and the like are obliged to let Immigration know who has moved in. No doubt they need a passport copy.

The passport itself is government property and should not leave your safekeeping.

[Maestro]

Does the condo management where you live do that?

[bangmai]

I own mine, and I'm fairly certain they have a copy of my PP in the office. Every package is recorded, and has to be signed for. Don't be defensive, just get to know them, it takes a while. It can also depend on the number of farang in your building. They might just be bypassing the landlord, who was suppose to give them a copy. They have a right to know, who is in what unit, and are likely mandated to do so.

[cmsally]

If you give them a copy just make sure you cross it (across the picture) and sign it, stating , for condo office records only.

That way they can't try and use for another purpose.

[chiang mai]

+1

[mesquite]

Tell them you'll give them a copy if they'll give you the package they stole.

[elektrified]

If you give them a copy just make sure you cross it (across the picture) and sign it, stating , for condo office records only.

That way they can't try and use for another purpose.

Excellent advice. I have at times, given my passport copy out too easily when asked.

[tx22cb]

If the condo staff have stolen a package from you, gather all the proof you have of their theft and contact your landlord (condo owner) to get him to contact the Condo Manager with the evidence.

[Lizard2010]

Just to add what Masuk said

The Passport belongs to the Government of the country you come from

I would only give them a copy

Because it is always hard to get the passport back

It is your passport

I would ask for it back ASAP

[Rimmer]

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