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Can I do a quick border run to Cambodia with a DTV visa or is that too short?

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Alex *********
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Hi

I need to do my first border run with DTV

Can I do a round trip flight to Cambodia, stay just 24 hours, and then return to Bangkok?

Or is that too short of a stay?
Answer summary
The discussion addresses whether one can feasibly make a border run to Cambodia for just 24 hours while holding a Thai DTV visa. Responses indicate that while it is possible, it may be more practical to stay longer to maximize the experience and avoid logistical issues. Additionally, there are comments about the necessity of a digital arrival card and hints at potential border complications.
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Brad **********
Brad **********
Just go on a mini holiday
Alex *********
Alex *********
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Do I also need to do a digital arrival card? Or does this apply for tourist visas only?
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
@Alex ********
everyone, everytime fills out a TDAC form unless you are Thai
Alex *********
Alex *********
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@Wannikea ********
does it have to be done days in advance? Or can it be done upon arrival?
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
The answer to what you asked is yes tho
Rob ******
Rob ******
To my understanding with a DTV there is no minimum/maximum amount of time you need to stay out of Thailand to get another 180 day stamp, Same day DIY bounce is possible as it is a Multiple entry visa
जगद्गुरु *****************
जगद्गुरु *****************
I believe one agency will drive you to the border, and return IMMEDIATELY, so...
Bob **********
Bob **********
@जगद्गुरु ****************
Cambodian borders are closed
Oliver ********
Oliver ********
@जगद्गुरु ****************
Cambodian border is closed due to the thai/cambodian conflict. highly recommend staying up to date on the recent news for thailand as it seems we are possibly on the verge of a war at the cambodian border.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
To me, waste of money to spend 40$ on a visa and return 24 hours. Made that mistake once. Just explore the other country for a few days. I personally wouldn't do laos. Their visa stamp took up an entire page for one entry 🤣
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
Anonymous participant 942 then do the e-visa. It's a much smaller sticker
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
@Brandon ***********
Ah, great to know. It was still the 30 day visa but I was unaware they would do a different stamp
Naphatwarun ****************
Naphatwarun ****************
Better border run or fly to Laos, Vientiane stay for 3 days and come back.
जगद्गुरु *****************
जगद्गुरु *****************
@Napha******
, because?

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