Living in Thailand
Your first 30 days
A calm checklist for the first weeks after arriving in Thailand.
At a glance
- Check the immigration stamp, keep the TDAC record and confirm address reporting.
- Save emergency contacts and establish safe phone, money and transport access.
- Keep healthcare, insurance and essential-document copies available.
Practical checklist
- Store copies separately from originals.
- Ask the host about TM30 and building procedures.
Limits of this guide
- One checklist cannot replace personal immigration or health advice.
- Do not hand original documents to an unverified person.
Get qualified advice
For a decision affecting status, rights, health, tax or substantial money, use the responsible authority and an appropriately qualified independent professional.
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