# Renting a Condo in Bangkok as a Foreigner: Documents and TM30

Foreigners can rent condos in Bangkok with a passport showing the visa or entry stamp; some owners also ask for a work permit or a letter from the employer. Move-in money is usually a two-month deposit plus one month in advance. Under the Immigration Act, the owner or landlord must report a foreigner's residence (TM30) within 24 hours; keep a copy of the receipt, as you may need it for visa extensions.

## Documents you usually need

- **Passport**: a copy of the photo page and of the visa or latest entry stamp.
- **Work permit or employment letter**: some owners ask for it to confirm income, especially for a 12-month lease.
- **A way to pay**: a Thai bank account is easiest for monthly rent. If you do not have one yet, agree the payment method with the owner and get a receipt every time.

## Money to prepare

Most leases ask for a two-month deposit plus one month in advance, about three times the rent. See the example in [Renting Your First Condo in Bangkok: How Much Money Do You Need?](https://dooasset.com/en/articles/first-condo-rental-bangkok-how-much-money-you-need/) About 95% of the rentals on DooAsset are fully furnished, so you can move in with just your suitcase.

## What is the TM30, and who files it?

- Section 38 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979) requires the house owner, the person in possession, or the hotel manager where a foreigner stays to notify the immigration authorities within 24 hours. The form is known as the **TM30**.
- For a rented unit, the duty lies with the owner or landlord; some buildings have the juristic person office do it.
- As a tenant, **ask for a copy of the TM30 receipt**: it is often needed for visa extensions and other immigration matters.
- The 90-day report is a separate duty of the foreigner who stays in Thailand for more than 90 days.

## Lease and communication

- Use a **bilingual lease** (Thai–English) and state which language prevails.
- See what the lease should contain in [Condo Lease Agreement in Thailand: What to Check](https://dooasset.com/en/articles/condo-lease-agreement-thailand-what-to-check/).
- Keep your messages with the owner as a record, especially about the deposit and repairs.

## Areas many foreigners choose

Sukhumvit around Asok–Phrom Phong–Thong Lo and the Sathorn–Silom area have plenty of choice, near offices and several international schools. Compare rents by workplace in [Working Near Asok? Where to Rent](https://dooasset.com/en/articles/working-near-asok-where-to-rent-condo/) and [Working in Silom or Sathorn?](https://dooasset.com/en/articles/working-in-silom-sathorn-where-to-rent-condo/)

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> This article is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules can change; check with the Immigration Bureau.

## Key facts

- Published: 4 Oct 2026
- Author: the DooAsset team
- Topic: For foreigners
- Reading time: 2 min

## Frequently asked questions

### What documents does a foreigner need to rent a condo in Bangkok?

Usually copies of the passport photo page and the visa or entry stamp. Some owners also ask for a work permit or an employment letter.

### Who files the TM30 for a rented condo?

The owner or landlord, within 24 hours of the foreigner moving in, under section 38 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979). Ask for a copy of the receipt for your visa matters.

### Is the 90-day report the same as TM30?

No. The 90-day report is the foreigner’s own duty when staying in Thailand longer than 90 days; TM30 is the owner’s or landlord’s duty, filed within 24 hours of the foreigner moving in.

## Links

- [This article](https://dooasset.com/en/articles/renting-condo-bangkok-as-foreigner-documents-tm30/)
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Updated: 15 Oct 2026

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