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Can I apply for a Thai visa immediately in Vientiane and collect it the next day?
Hi , I just arrived in Laos Vientiane for visa run and one week trip , I want to go back Thailand for next monday.
Since I just arrived couple hours ago , can I ask for thai visa right away and come back to get it next monday ? Or should I wait couple day and come get my visa the day after ?
Since I just arrived couple hours ago , can I ask for thai visa right away and come back to get it next monday ? Or should I wait couple day and come get my visa the day after ?
Answer summary
The individual inquired about obtaining a Thai visa immediately upon arriving in Vientiane, Laos, for a visa run. Responses emphasized that it is advisable to apply for the visa on the day of arrival and collect it the following afternoon. Various comments included tips on exploring nearby areas like Pakse and shared experiences about transportation costs to the embassy, highlighting that a tuk-tuk can be expensive.
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Maxim ***********
In the meantime I recommend u go Pakse (Bolaven plateau), it's a nice motorbike ride (but can be very cold).
Tan ************
On a side note.
What are the various ways and costs to go to Laos embassy after crossing the border (immigration).?
Last time I had a tuk tuk which is a complete rip-off.
What are the various ways and costs to go to Laos embassy after crossing the border (immigration).?
Last time I had a tuk tuk which is a complete rip-off.
Tan ************
I am not fluent
And they always ripped me off
And they always ripped me off
Ning ******
@Tan ***********
why? i do that all the time lol. i paid 60-80 baht while the farang paid 300baht if i am not wrong. while getting back to town area from the embassy. but that was a few years ago.Tan ************
Cannot
Ning ******
you are singapore, ha, if you can speak good thai, just try to fake as a thai, than it will be much more affordable.
Ning ******
i forgotten the rates, but i know the tuktuk will tip you off.
Tan ************
Oh... Does anyone knows the rate for transportation to embassy??
Ning ******
get back to the same bus, and they will drop you off at the town area if i am not wrong.
Gaudette *************
OPOkay thx all . I will apply next monday and get it on Tuesday !
Tod *********
sounds like a good plan (y)
Patrik ********
If you apply for the visa, you must pick it up the next day. Otherwise they will void the visa.
Patrik ********
the visa fee? 1000 Baht for a Single Entry Tourist Visa.
Gaudette *************
OPDo you know how much this was ? I google it but I just want 2 view.
Terary **********
every time that I have done a visa run in Viettiane - we drop have first thing in the morning (arriving just a few hours before), then pick-up next afternoon
Robert *******
You apply for the visa day 1 and pick it up the next working day in the afternoon. Your choice of day when to apply.
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