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Can I do a same day border run to Malaysia with a DTV visa to extend my stay in Thailand?
Jun 22, 2025
10 months ago
Alexander *********
ORIGINAL POSTERWith DTV visa -
Can I cross border to Malaysia and come back the same day to extend?
Can I cross border to Malaysia and come back the same day to extend?
TLDR : Answer Summary
Yes, you can do a same-day border run to Malaysia on a DTV visa, but this will result in a new entry stamp rather than an extension of your visa. While some users have successfully completed this by traveling independently, others recommend using a border run service for added safety. It's important to verify the latest immigration rules, as experiences and customs can vary, with some suggesting that customs may require an overnight stay outside Thailand.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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Kris *****
I havent done it myself but know a group of 6 people that do this together every time they've reset. Out and back in same day. They make an adventure out of it. They never use agents lol. All these people trying to make money on people's ignorance is a sad business.
Ryu ***********
Yes, just did with Cambodia border yesterday. Stayed out for around 1 hr and came back in
Anonymous ******************
Yes you can, but you will get a new entry stamp, it's not an extension
Josep *********
You talk about "reentry", yes you can. But this is not "extend"
Rob ******
Rephrase it as “Can i do a same day land border run without the “help” of agents ?”
Elías ********
Yes, you can
Jeff ********
No.
Marianna ********
Yes, i did that way
James ********
@Marianna *******
when did you do this? Recently...Marianna ********
@James *******
in Aprilสมบูรณ์ **********
@Marianna *******
Which specific border crossing did you use? Did you use a border-run service? Did immigration attempt to make you pay anything (as they do for visa exempt)? Thanks!Marianna ********
@สมบูรณ์ *********
No, I took a plan to Kuala Lumpur in the morning, arrived there walked up from arrival to departure and came back. 😀 that's it. They only asked at immigration what do I work? And this time I came back last week from a trip they asked nothingReply to
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Phuket *************************
Yes you can, but safely better only together with border run group for DTV, if you need more info we can provide schedules for DTV border runs.
Travis ********
Anonymous ******************
@Phuket ************************
it's funny how the people trying to make money always say you can't do something that you can, unless you pay for it. I'll make sure to tell people to avoid your school.Phuket *************************
Anonymous participant 907 please stay anonymous. If you’re absolutely sure about Thailand’s immigration rules, show us your real name.
Please study Thailand’s official immigration rules:
Self border run are not limited—but repeating same‑day exits and re‑entries may lead to increased scrutiny or refusal .
Same‑day border runs by land, e.g., sometimes incur a overcharge at the border and risk denial .
Some border crossings now require at least two nights abroad before re‑entry.
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🔹 Conclusion: You can do border runs with companies or on your own. Same-day runs on your own are riskier and may incur extra overcharge fees. Thank you 😊
Please study Thailand’s official immigration rules:
Self border run are not limited—but repeating same‑day exits and re‑entries may lead to increased scrutiny or refusal .
Same‑day border runs by land, e.g., sometimes incur a overcharge at the border and risk denial .
Some border crossings now require at least two nights abroad before re‑entry.
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🔹 Conclusion: You can do border runs with companies or on your own. Same-day runs on your own are riskier and may incur extra overcharge fees. Thank you 😊
Anonymous ******************
@Phuket ************************
I'm anonymous because this is a public group. If it were set to private, I wouldn't be. You're just trying to make money off of people when there is no issue. So your opinion should be taken with a grain of salt. You'll say anything to make more money.Phuket *************************
Anonymous participant 907 Please read the opinions of other people here who have more experience regarding this recommendation. Many people have shared the same information.
My personal opinion is based on 17 years of real-life experience in this business.
Thank you for your opinion anyway.
My personal opinion is based on 17 years of real-life experience in this business.
Thank you for your opinion anyway.
Anonymous ******************
@Phuket ************************
please, keep going. You're proving my point and making yourself look worse. It's funny.Reply to
Anonymous ******************
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Pushpinder *******
No
Cesar ****
Have you guys done it? Because I was told by customs that you need to stay out for 1 day. Like you can't re-enter on the same calendar day as you leave
Marco ***********
@Cesar ***
Done it in February with DTV at the Cambodia borderJim *******
@Cesar ***
I left and returned on the same day at the Cambodian border back in AprilJim *******
@Cesar ***
Yes walked through 1200 baht for a Cambodian visa at Chong chom
Walked through had lunch and walked back in stamped no issues bought the border guards and immigration guy an iced coffee on the way back
Cesar ****
@Jim ******
without using a visa run service?Reply to
Cesar ****
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Luit *****************
@Cesar ***
A year ago they did not allow me in at Padeng Besar at the same day, but at that time I was on visa exempt, still valid for 20 days or so.Elías ********
@Cesar ***
NahReply to
Elías ********
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Dharmendra *******
Yes
Steve *******
Yes.
Andi ***********
Yes.
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Andi ***********
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