90-Day Report Thailand (TM.47): Complete Guide to Filing in 2026

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Last updated on September 5, 2026

The TM.47 is the Immigration Bureau form for the 90-day report, the notification a foreigner staying in Thailand on a long-term permit must file every 90 days under section 37(5) of the Immigration Act. File it online, by post or at your local immigration office. Download the official TM.47 PDF below. Officially, the report is called the “Notification of Staying in the Kingdom over 90 Days”, and it is one of the most misunderstood duties an expat has.

Reporting duties depend on which permission you hold, which you can identify with the Thai Visa Finder.

TM.47 form download (official PDF) and how to fill it in

The TM.47 (ตม.47) is the one-page bilingual form “Form for alien to notify of staying longer than 90 days” issued by the Immigration Bureau. We host a clean copy of the official form so you can print it before you go, or fill it in and post it. It is the same form whichever immigration office you report to.

• Download the official TM.47 form (PDF, 1 page, Thai and English), mirrored from the Immigration Bureau, checked August 2026.
• Download our free 90-day report guide and checklist (Word and PDF, English and Thai), which lists every document to bring and the office-by-office differences.

How to fill in the TM.47, field by field

Write in English, in block capitals, with a black or blue pen. Only the top part of the page is yours; the lower “Receipt of notification, for official use only” is completed by the officer and handed back to you as your receipt.

Field on the form	What to write
Written at	The town or district where you are filling in the form, for example “Bangkok” or “Hua Hin”.
Date, month, year	The date you sign it. You may write the year in the Christian era; officers convert to the Buddhist era (add 543).
To the Immigration Officer	Pre-printed, nothing to add.
Full name in block letters	Your name exactly as printed in your passport, surname included.
Nationality	As shown on your passport.
Visa (Tourist or Non-Imm)	Tick the box that matches your entry. Holders of an extension of stay based on retirement, marriage, work or study tick Non-Imm. DTV holders tick Tourist, since the DTV is issued under the tourist category.
Entered Thailand on (date, month, year) by	Your last entry date, from the most recent entry stamp, and how you arrived, for example “Thai Airways TG 921” or “car, Sadao checkpoint”.
Passport no.	The number of the passport you entered on. If you have changed passport since, bring both.
Arrival card no.	The paper TM.6 arrival card was abolished on 1 May 2025. Write the reference number from your TDAC confirmation if you have one, or leave the field blank; officers no longer insist on it.
Present address (lane or road, tambol, amphur, province, phone)	The address where you actually sleep, matching your TM.30 notification. Use the house number, soi and road, then the sub-district (tambol), district (amphur) and province, with a Thai mobile number the office can call.
Signature	Sign as in your passport. If a representative files for you, you still sign the form yourself and give them a signed authorisation letter.

Bring the completed TM.47 with your passport, photocopies of the photo page, current visa or extension stamp and latest entry stamp, and your previous 90-day receipt if you have one. The full list, and what changes from office to office, is in the checklist above.

Whether you have a retirement, marriage, business, education, or DTV (Digital Nomad) visa, you must report your address. You must report it to Immigration every 90 days while you stay in Thailand. Missing the deadline can result in a 2,000 THB fine and complications with future visa extensions.

This guide covers what you need to know: who must file, when to file, and how to file. It explains how to file online or in person. It also covers the required TM47 form. It shows how to avoid common mistakes, even for long-term expats.

Already missed your 90-day report? Here is what to do

First, the reassuring part: a missed 90-day report is not overstay. They are different offences with very different consequences. Overstay means your permission to stay has expired. A late 90-day report is a reporting failure under Section 37(5) of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 while your permission to stay is still perfectly valid. You are not accruing daily overstay fines, and a late report on its own does not put you on a re-entry ban. If you are worried you have actually overstayed, that is a separate problem covered in our guide to visa overstay and criminal blacklists.

What to do depends on how late you are.

• Within 7 days after the due date. You are still inside the filing window and there is no fine. Online filing is only open in the 15 days before the due date, so at this point file in person or by post.
• More than 7 days late. Online and postal filing are no longer options. Go to your Immigration office in person, file the TM.47, and pay the 2,000 THB fine for a self-reported late notification. Bring your passport, the TM.47, and photocopies of your photo page, current visa, latest entry stamp and any extension stamps.
• You only found out because Immigration told you. If the lapse is discovered during another interaction, such as a visa extension appointment, expect it to be handled less favourably than a voluntary report. Go in and report before your next appointment rather than at it.

A worked example. You enter Thailand on 3 March 2026. Day 90 falls on 1 June 2026, which is your due date. Your filing window opens 15 days earlier on 17 May and closes 7 days after the due date on 8 June. File anywhere in that 22-day span and you pay nothing. File on 9 June and you pay 2,000 THB. Counting restarts from the date of a successful report, not from your original entry date.

Last reviewed: 3 September 2026, against the consolidated text of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979). Checked section by section: section 37 (the duties of an alien permitted to stay temporarily, and sub-section (5), the notification itself, quoted below); the final paragraph of section 37 (in person or in writing, under regulations prescribed by the Director-General); section 15 (who is exempt from the duties of aliens, and from which of them); and section 76 (the penalty, which is a fine not exceeding 5,000 baht and a further fine not exceeding 200 baht per day until compliance). This review does not cover the figures Immigration settles late reports at in practice, the office-by-office differences, or the online system’s eligibility rules, none of which come from the Act; each is marked as practice where it appears.

Legal Foundation and Authority for Notification of Address

The 90-day notification requirement is set under Section 37(5) of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979). It requires foreign nationals with temporary residence in Thailand to report their address every 90 days. They must report to Immigration Bureau officers. This law has been in place since 1979. In recent years, it has been enforced more strictly. Thai Immigration now requires compliance for visa extensions and other services.

Read the sub-section itself and one thing follows that matters for the deadline. Section 37(5) requires the alien to notify the immigration officer of their residence without delay once the ninety days are complete, and to do the same every ninety days after that. It sets no window and no grace period. The 22-day window used below, 15 days before the due date and 7 days after, is not in the Act: the final paragraph of section 37 lets the alien notify in person or in writing in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Director-General, and the window is set there. It is real and it is applied at every office, but it is an administrative rule that the Immigration Bureau can change, not a statutory right.

The law lets immigration authorities track foreign nationals who live in Thailand long term. They do this for security and administrative reasons. Failure to comply with this requirement can lead to significant penalties. These may include fines and problems with future visa applications.

Understanding the 90-Day Report System

The 90-day report is officially filed using form TM.47.It is a system for foreigners in Thailand. It requires them to report their current address to Thai Immigration every 90 days. This is required even if the address has not changed. This requirement is separate from visa extensions or renewals. It serves only as a tracking tool for immigration authorities.

The system uses a simple 90-day cycle. It starts on your Thailand entry date or your last successful report. Importantly, this counter resets each time you leave and re-enter Thailand. You then get a new 90-day period starting on your entry date.

Who Must File a 90-Day Report in Thailand?

All foreign nationals staying in Thailand for more than 90 consecutive days must file this report. This includes holders of Non-Immigrant visas for business, retirement, marriage, education, and work purposes. Long-term tourists with multiple-entry visas must also comply. People with special visas, like Thailand Privilege (formerly the Elite Visa), must also comply.

The requirement applies to all visa types. The only exemptions are Thai citizens, permanent residents, and tourists. Permanent residents are outside Section 37(5) because it applies to temporary stays, but they have their own duties, such as endorsing the residence book and obtaining a re-entry permit before travel. Tourists are exempt only because they must leave Thailand before 90 consecutive days. Diplomatic and consular personnel are the exception people get wrong, and the Act is explicit. Section 15 exempts an alien holding one of the listed statuses, which includes members of a diplomatic mission, consular officers and employees, persons on a foreign government mission agreed with Thailand, the heads and staff of international organisations, their spouses and dependent children and their personal servants, from performing the duties of aliens under the Act, other than section 11, section 12 (1), (4) and (5), and section 18 paragraph two. Section 37 is not in that list, so the 90-day report does not apply to them. Note which way the exception runs: the same provision does not exempt them from the arrival card, because section 18 paragraph two is listed.

When Must You File the 90-Day Report?

The reporting window provides a 22-day period for compliance, spanning from 15 days before the due date to 7 days after. This flexibility allows expats to plan their reporting around travel schedules and other commitments while maintaining legal compliance.

Critical timing considerations include that weekends and holidays count as regular days with no grace period extensions. If the seventh day after your due date falls on a weekend, you must report before the weekend begins to avoid penalties. Late reporting beyond the 7-day grace period requires an in-person visit and mandatory fine payment.

Required Documents and Forms for the 90-day notification of address

The main document for 90-day reporting is the TM.47 form. You must complete it in English using block letters. Include your full, current address. For in-person reporting, you need your original passport.Bring photocopies of key passport pages. These include your personal information page, current visa, latest entry stamp, and any visa extensions.

A standard TM.47 form used by aliens in Thailand to notify the Immigration Bureau of staying longer than 90 days.

To complete your 90-day notification of address in Thailand, you will typically need the following required documents:

• A completed TM47 form (the official form for 90-day notification)
• A copy of your passport (photo page and current visa stamp)
• A copy of your TDAC confirmation. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card replaced the paper TM.6 departure card on 1 May 2025
• Be careful, immigration might ask your TM30. You should do it just in case.
• Proof of address in Thailand (such as a rental agreement or a utility bill)

Additional documents may include your Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), if needed. You may also need previous 90-day report receipts for later reports.Some offices may ask for your TM.30 residence notification. Some offices have begun requiring TM.30 documentation more strictly, particularly for those not staying in registered accommodations.

How Can You File the 90-Day Report?

In-Person Reporting

In-person reporting remains the most reliable method, offering immediate processing and the ability to resolve any issues directly with immigration officers. You must visit the Immigration Office serving your area of residence during business hours, typically 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays.

The process involves taking a queue number, submitting your completed documents when called, and receiving your new 90-day report receipt immediately. This method works for all reporting cycles and provides the highest success rate with no risk of rejection.

Online Reporting System

The online system runs on the official website at https://tm47.immigration.go.th/tm47/#/login. It offers easy reporting for eligible applicants. However, this system has major limits. It is not open to first-time reporters. It also requires prior in-person reporting history. You can submit it online during the 15 days before the due date.

Processing usually takes 1 to 3 days for approval.However, applications may be rejected for several reasons.These include missing information or technical issues. If rejected, you must visit an immigration office in person to complete your reporting.

Mail Submission

Registered mail submission is available for those who cannot visit immigration offices in person. It requires careful timing and preparation. Documents must be sent to the correct immigration office at least 15 days before the due date. Include a self-addressed envelope with a 10 Baht stamp for the return receipt.

For Bangkok residents, send mail to the 90 Days Report Section at the Immigration Bureau. The address is 507 Soi Suanplu, South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120. Processing can take 2-4 weeks, and you must retain your registered mail receipt as proof of submission.

Representative Filing

You can authorize another person to file your report on your behalf by providing them with a written authorization letter (power of attorney), copies of your identification, and all required documents. The representative must bring their own identification and may charge a service fee for this assistance.

Does the THIM app do your 90-day report?

Status checked 22 August 2026. No. In June 2026 the Immigration Bureau introduced the Thailand Immigration Management application, or THIM, with pilot access from 11 June 2026 and an official launch expected during August 2026. Much of the coverage describes it as compulsory for foreign nationals, and some of it implies it takes over immigration reporting. Neither is the position today.

What the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s announcement actually says is that “during the pilot phase, THIM is an optional app that travellers may use to access TDAC-linked registration”, and that “THIM is not an additional arrival-card requirement and does not replace TDAC at this stage”. Its published function is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card, which is an arrival formality, not an address notification.

Nothing published so far changes your obligation to notify your address every 90 days. Until an Immigration Bureau announcement says otherwise, keep filing by the routes set out above: in person, online, by post, or through a representative. Installing the app does not file anything for you, and it will not protect you from the fine for late notification.

What Does the 90-Day Report Cost, and What Are the Penalties?

Regular 90-day reporting is completely free when filed within the prescribed timeframe. However, penalties for late reporting are substantial and strictly enforced by Thai Immigration authorities.

The statutory penalty is section 76 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522: a fine not exceeding 5,000 baht and a further fine not exceeding 200 baht for each day until you put it right. In practice offices settle a late report you bring in yourself, beyond the 7 day grace period, at around 2,000 baht, and apply the full 5,000 where the lapse surfaces during some other dealing with immigration. The daily element is the reason to file the moment you notice rather than waiting for the next report to fall due.

Professional visa service agencies usually charge 1,000 to 3,000 THB for 90-day reporting. Prices vary by location and service provider.

Item	Detail
Form	TM.47
How often	Every 90 days of continuous stay in Thailand
Filing window	From 15 days before the due date to 7 days after (a 22-day window)
By post	Send at least 15 days before the due date
Processing time	Usually 1 to 3 days
Late, self-reported after the 7-day grace	2,000 THB
Non-compliance found by officials	5,000 THB
Leaving Thailand before the due date	No fine; the count restarts on re-entry
Leaving Thailand while already late	The lapse can be raised at your next immigration dealing, up to 5,000 THB
Typical agency service fee	1,000 to 3,000 THB

Immigration Office Locations

Bangkok Area

The main Immigration Bureau office is in Building B at the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex. The address is 120 Moo 3, Chaeng Watthana Road, Soi 7.It is in Thung Song Hong, Lak Si District, Bangkok 10210. A temporary service center operates at Muang Thong Thani on Popular Road. It is in Ban Mai Sub-district, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi 11120.

Provincial Offices

Foreigners residing outside Bangkok must report to the Immigration Office serving their area of residence. Each provincial office may have slightly different procedures and requirements, so contacting the local office beforehand is recommended.

Step-by-Step Filing Process

Preparation Phase

Begin preparation 1 to 2 days before your planned filing date. Download and print the TM.47 form from official immigration sources. Gather all required documents. Make the needed photocopies. Check your exact due date on your prior receipt or entry stamp.

Form Completion

Complete the TM.47 form entirely in English using clear block letters, ensuring all address information is accurate and complete. Sign and date the form, double-checking that all required fields are filled in correctly.

Office Visit

Arrive at the immigration office early, preferably when they open at 8:30 AM to minimize waiting times. Take a queue number, wait for your turn, and submit all documents to the processing officer. Pay any applicable fees if late, and receive your new 90-day report receipt.

Official receipt for a 90-day notification of stay in Thailand (TM.47 form), detailing key information and important notices.

Post-Filing

Keep your receipt in a secure location and immediately note your next due date, which will be printed on the receipt. Set calendar reminders well in advance of your next reporting deadline to ensure timely compliance.

Common Issues and Solutions

Online system rejections frequently occur due to incomplete information, technical issues, or attempting to file outside the allowed timeframe. The solution is always to visit an immigration office in person with all required documents.

Lost receipts require a visit to the local police station first.You must file a lost document report, and it usually costs 50 THB. Then, proceed to immigration. Never attempt to conceal late reporting by claiming a lost receipt, as this can result in additional criminal charges.

Traveling near your due date can be managed by filing early within the 15-day window. You can also authorize a representative to file for you. Emergency situations may require consultation with immigration authorities for special arrangements.

Relationship with TM.30 Requirements

The TM.30 residence notification is a separate but related requirement. Property owners must file it within 24 hours. This applies when foreign nationals stay at their premises. While TM.30 was once separate from 90-day reporting, some immigration offices now require it for 90-day filings.

Expats staying with friends or in informal accommodations may face challenges if proper TM.30 registration hasn’t been completed. In such cases, temporary hotel stays can provide the necessary documentation for 90-day reporting compliance.

Essential Contact Information

For help with 90-day reporting issues, call the Immigration Services Hotline at 1178 or 1111. Call during business hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The official Thai Immigration website at https://www.immigration.go.th provides updated information and forms.

Emergency contacts include Tourist Police at 1155 and Immigration Police at 191 for urgent situations requiring immediate assistance. Always keep these numbers readily available, especially when traveling within Thailand.

The 90-day address notification represents a fundamental compliance requirement for all long-term expats in Thailand. Success depends on understanding your obligations, maintaining accurate records of due dates, filing within prescribed timeframes, and keeping all required documentation properly organized. Remember that this requirement operates independently of your visa status and must be maintained consistently throughout your stay in Thailand.

4 Tips for Expats related to the 90-days notification of address in Thailand

• Set reminders: It’s easy to forget a date 90 days away. Setting electronic reminders can help. If your yearly extension is also coming up, see our guide to the retirement extension renewal with the TM.7 form, and time the two visits together.
• Keep documentation organized: Always keep your documents in order and easily accessible for each reporting period.
• Regularly check for regulation changes. Immigration laws can change. Stay informed through the official Thai Immigration Bureau website or your local embassy.
• If you are on an extension based on work with 80,000 baht per month, or on support with a Thai wife, or have a Thai child, you could maybe be eligible to permanent residency in Thailand. No more 90-day notification of address for the rest of your life!

The 90-day notification of address is a legal requirement for foreigners in Thailand. It is aimed at keeping immigration records up to date. By following the stipulated process and adhering to the timelines, foreigners can ensure they stay compliant with Thai law. They avoid any unnecessary penalties. Remember, staying informed and following local laws is part of the responsibility of living in Thailand.

Just like TM30, this system should be changed to something better and easier. The immigration act is an old law of 1979 and the world has changed a lot since then. This notification must be made within 15 days before or after 7 days the period of 90 days expires. If you are late and after that window of 7 days, you should report and could be fine 2,000 baht. This amount can be up to 5,000 baht if you are arrested without the 90-day notification of address having been done.

• How to do Notifications Online only by Immigration.

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