Jomtien Immigration Office Visa Extension Guide

Jomtien Immigration Office is the closest government hub for most Pattaya expats and long‑stay tourists. Because it handles retirement extensions, short‑term tourist renewals, TM30 address notifications and re‑entry permits, a smooth visit can save days of paperwork elsewhere. or a coffee break at a nearby café before the queue builds.

The office is officially listed at Soi Chaiyaphruek 2, Jomtien – one block from the main beach road – and also as Soi 5 Moo 12, Jomtien Beach Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150., 11:50 AM) are sent back to wait until after 13:00, so aim to finish by 11:30 AM. The office is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Thai public holidays.

The primary service for most visitors is the visa extension. Both a one‑year retirement extension and a 30‑day tourist/visa‑exempt extension cost **1,900 THB** each. The same office also processes TM30 address notifications – mandatory for any long‑stay activity – and issues re‑entry permits that allow you to leave Thailand without losing your visa status. For those on a 90‑day reporting cycle, the TM47 form must be filed together with supporting documents (see next section). All fees are payable in cash at the counter.

Bring your original passport, a clear copy of the passport’s face page, the current visa or extension stamp, and a copy of the entry stamp from your most recent arrival. For any TM30‑related service you must present the official TM30 receipt issued by your landlord. When filing a 90‑day address report (TM47), also include the completed TM47 form, a copy of the TM30, and the original passport. Payment is cash‑only; bring exact or near‑exact change in small denominations to avoid delays at the teller.

Several affordable ways reach the office. A Bolt or Grab ride typically costs between **120 THB** and **180 THB**, depending on traffic. The dark‑blue Jomtien songthaew runs a direct route for just **20 THB** per passenger. Motorbike taxis are another quick option, usually charging **80–100 THB**. All three modes drop you within a minute’s walk of the building, so choose based on your budget and time constraints.

The smartest arrival window is **07:00–07:30 AM** – known locally as “pole position”. Visitors who make it in this slot typically finish their business by **09:30–10:30 AM**, leaving plenty of time for a beach walk or lunch. Avoid Mondays, the day after any public holiday, and the first three working days of each month; these are consistently the busiest periods. Mid‑month Tuesdays or Wednesdays offer the shortest waits. Arriving earlier than 07:00 can backfire because the queue starts forming at 06:30 on busy days.

If you own a condominium and are renewing a retirement extension, be prepared to present a copy of the Chanote (title deed). Immigration officers have occasionally conducted home‑visit photo checks for condo owners; this requirement does not apply to renters in houses. Travelers who hold a valid Re‑Entry Permit no longer need to file a new TM30 when they re‑enter Thailand using the same residence, streamlining the process for repeat visitors.

Before you leave home, verify: (1) Office open Monday–Friday 08:30‑16:30; avoid lunch break 12:00‑13:00. (2) Cash of **1,900 THB** ready for the extension fee. (3) Documents – passport, visa copy, entry stamp, TM30 receipt, and for 90‑day reports the TM47 form plus supporting copies. (4) Exact change in small bills for the teller. (5) Transport booked – Bolt/Grab (120‑180 THB), songthaew (20 THB) or motorbike taxi (80‑100 THB). (6) Arrival time 07:00‑07:30 AM on a mid‑month Tuesday or Wednesday. or a private city tour.