Reporting to the Immigration Bureau (IB) is the most important legal obligation for foreigners residing in Thailand long-term. This reporting consists of two main parts: Notification of Residence (90 days) and Request for Extension of Stay (Visa Extension).
1. Notification of Residence Obligation (90-Day Reporting)
According to Section 37(5) of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979), foreigners permitted to stay temporarily in the Kingdom (over 90 days) must report their residence to an Immigration Officer every 90 days.
| Visa Type | Reporting Frequency | Notes |
| Non-Immigrant “O-A” (1 year) | Every 90 days | Guests must report themselves or authorize the project to act on their behalf every 3 months. |
| Non-Immigrant “O-X” (10 years) | Every 1 year | Exempted from reporting only once a year (reduces travel burden) |
| LTR Visa – Wealthy Pensioner (10 years) | Every 1 year | Exempted from reporting only once a year (Reduce travel burden) |
1. Submit in person/with authorization: at the Provincial Immigration Office or at the Immigration Checkpoint responsible for Thap Sakae District (e.g., Singkhon Immigration Checkpoint).
2. Submit by Mail: Send required documents via registered mail.
3. Online System: Complete the process through the Immigration Bureau's online system (if eligible and the system is stable).
2. Annual Extension of Stay
Annual extension of stay is the process of visa renewal to ensure continued validity of residence in Thailand according to the conditions of each visa type:
| Visa Type | Extension Application Frequency | Office of Application |
| Non-Immigrant “O-A” (1 year) | Every year | Local Immigration Office (before visa expiration) |
| Non-Immigrant “O-X” (10 years) | Every 5 years | Local Immigration Office (before the first 5-year period expires) |
| LTR Visa (10 years) | Every 10 years | BOI/One Stop Service or responsible agency |
- Valid financial evidence that meets the criteria for each visa type.
- Valid health insurance policy.
- Proof of residence (e.g., a long-term lease agreement from a program).
To reduce the hassle of travel and official business, the project team is happy to facilitate document preparation and receive power of attorney from guests to process the 90-day reporting (for Non-O-A) and visa extension/annual stay extension requests at the Immigration Office in the area of responsibility.