Pattaya Immigration Office (Jomtien)
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 (general guidance — verify before visiting)
Typical Queue
2–4 hours on weekdays
Best Arrival
Arrive before 08:00
Region
Eastern 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
Pattaya Immigration Office (Jomtien)
Province / Region
Chonburi · Eastern Thailand
Address
Jomtien, South Pattaya, Chonburi — verify exact address at immigration.go.th before visiting
Phone
Verify with official source before visiting
Weekday Hours
08:30 – 16:30 (general guidance — verify before visiting)
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Queue Level
Busy
Arrive before 08:00. Waits of 2–4 hours are common. One of Thailand's busiest regional offices due to the large retiree/expat population.
Location & Address
Jomtien, South Pattaya, Chonburi — verify exact address at immigration.go.th before visiting
Pattaya Immigration Office (Jomtien)
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Retirement Visa
High volume of retirement visa renewals. Ensure bank letter is issued within 7 days of application.
Marriage Visa
Marriage visa renewals handled. Bring all documentation including Thai spouse's ID and house registration.
90-Day Reporting
Online via tm47.immigration.go.th strongly recommended — saves significant time.
Re-Entry Permit
Available — bring exact cash: ฿1,000 (single) or ฿3,800 (multiple).
Queue & Wait Times
Typical Wait
2–4 hours on weekdays
Best Time
Midweek mornings (Tuesday–Thursday), arriving before 08:00
Worst Time
Mondays, December–March retirement visa renewal season
Pro Tip
One of Thailand's busiest regional offices. Large concentration of retirement and marriage visa holders. Bring a book.
Getting There — Transport & Parking
grab
Grab/taxi from central Pattaya (~15 min) — recommended
parking
Some on-site parking reported — Grab often easier
songthaew
Local songthaew services available from central Pattaya
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
Arrive before 08:00 — Pattaya/Jomtien is one of Thailand's busiest regional offices
Bring ALL originals AND 2 sets of clear photocopies
Cash only — bring exact amounts for all fees
Retirement visa applicants: bank letter must be issued within 7 days
TM30 must be current — check with your landlord before attending
Use online 90-day reporting to avoid this office for that service
December–March is peak renewal season — allow extra time
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Arriving late (after 09:00) on busy days
Very long wait or turned away
Bank letter not fresh enough for retirement renewal
Rejected — must return with new letter
Missing TM30 receipt
Application delayed
Not enough passport photos
Must purchase on-site
Nearby — Copy Shops, ATMs & Food
Jomtien Beach area — 7-Elevens and restaurants within walking distance
ATMs available in the Jomtien area
Copy shops in the surrounding area — bring your own copies
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