n this episode, Pear from Siam Legal outlines the critical, immediate steps every foreign national must take upon landing in Thailand to maintain legal status and avoid costly immigration penalties. The discussion highlights the mandatory Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)—the official paperless system that completely replaced the old TM6 card—and details the hidden risks of overlooking the "UNTIL" date on physical entry stamps. It provides a clear strategy for distinguishing between basic visa validity and your actual permitted stay across major entry pathways like the 60-day visa exemption and the 180-day Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), while explaining how to ensure your landlord stays compliant with mandatory 24-hour TM30 residential reporting.

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SIAM LEGAL INTERNATIONAL (Bangkok Office)

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