Are there differences between flying into Thailand and crossing the border on a tourist visa from Laos?

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May 26, 2019

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For example I have my tourist visa from Vientiane Laos is there any differences in flying back into Thailand on it vs crossing the border?

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The user inquires about the differences in entering Thailand with a tourist visa obtained in Vientiane, Laos, specifically comparing the experiences and regulations of flying into Thailand versus crossing the land border.

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