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Last updated on August 16, 2026
Notification of Residence of Alien under Section 38 of the Thai Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979). The owner, landlord or possessor of any dwelling where a foreigner stays overnight must notify the local immigration office within 24 hours of the foreigner’s arrival. TM.30 receipts are routinely required when applying for visa extensions, work permits, and 90-day reports. Non-compliance is punishable under Section 77 by a fine of up to 2,000 THB, or from 2,000 to 10,000 THB where the person responsible is a hotel manager.
See also our full guide: TM30 notification in Thailand, and our property guide for foreigners in Thailand.
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