Bangkok Immigration Office — Chaeng Wattana
Complete 2026 guide — opening hours, queue tips, required documents, transport, and what to bring.
Updated May 2026 · ThaiVisaFlow Editorial Team · Informational only — not official Thai Immigration Bureau data
Weekday Hours
08:30 – 16:30
Typical Queue
2–5 hours on weekdays
Best Arrival
Queue numbers distributed from ~07:00
Region
Central Thailand
Informational guide only. Office hours, services, and requirements change without notice. Always verify current information directly with the office or via immigration.go.th before visiting.
Office Overview
Full Name
Bangkok Immigration Office — Chaeng Wattana
Province / Region
Bangkok · Central Thailand
Address
Government Complex, Building B, 2nd Floor, Chaeng Wattana Road, Laksi, Bangkok 10210
Phone
+66 2 141 9889
Weekday Hours
08:30 – 16:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Queue Level
Very Busy
Queue numbers distributed from ~07:00. Arrive by 07:00–07:30 to guarantee service same day.
Location & Address
Government Complex, Building B, 2nd Floor, Chaeng Wattana Road, Laksi, Bangkok 10210
Bangkok Immigration Office — Chaeng Wattana
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Re-Entry Permit
Available same-day. Queue counter B1. Bring ฿1,000 (single) or ฿3,800 (multiple) in cash.
90-Day Reporting
In-person counter or drop box. Online TM47 recommended to avoid the queue.
TM30 Reporting
Counter B4. Landlord must be present or provide authorisation letter.
Visa Extension
Main service. Counter B2–B5 depending on visa type. Arrive early.
Queue & Wait Times
Typical Wait
2–5 hours on weekdays
Best Time
Tuesday–Thursday, arriving before 07:30
Worst Time
Mondays, days after public holidays, December–March
Pro Tip
Building B, 2nd Floor. Get queue number first, then complete paperwork while waiting.
Getting There — Transport & Parking
bts
BTS to Mo Chit (N8), then taxi/Grab ~15 min (no direct rail)
mrt
MRT Dark Line (future) — currently no direct MRT service
grab
Grab directly to Government Complex, Building B — fastest option
bus
Multiple public buses serve Chaeng Wattana Road
parking
Large paid car park at the Government Complex — ฿30–50/day
Required Documents — What to Bring
Standard documents required for most immigration visits. Service-specific extras listed below.
Valid passport — original + 2 clear photocopies of data page
Current visa/extension stamp — 1 photocopy
TM30 receipt or hotel registration — confirm this is current
Recent passport photo — 4×6cm, white background (bring 2–4)
Completed application form (TM7 for extensions — get at office)
Application fee in exact cash
Practical Tips
Bring ALL documents including originals AND 2 sets of clear photocopies
Cash only — ATMs inside the complex. Bring exact fees: ฿1,900 extension, ฿1,000/฿3,800 re-entry
Get a queue number the moment you arrive — then complete forms while waiting
Dress conservatively — shoulders covered, no shorts
Check public holiday schedule — offices close for Thai national holidays
Resolve TM30 issues before visiting — some officers check compliance before processing
Morning slots process faster than afternoon. After 11:00 you risk being told to return tomorrow
Agents frequently queue from 06:00 — independent applicants should arrive no later than 07:30
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Arriving after 10:00 on busy days
Told to return tomorrow
Missing TM30 receipt
Application delayed or rejected
Not enough passport photos
Must purchase from office at higher cost
Bank letter older than 7 days (retirement visa)
Application rejected
Forgetting cash
ATM inside but adds time to an already long day
Nearby — Copy Shops, ATMs & Food
Government Complex food court & 7-Eleven inside the complex
Photocopying & photo services at Building A entrance (฿1–2/page)
Multiple ATMs inside the Government Complex
Bank counters inside for financial documents (Kasikorn, Bangkok Bank)
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