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Can I do a same-day visa run to Laos from Thailand via boat?

Visa Run Thailand Immigration Laos Border Visa Regulations Non-O Visa Border Crossing Rules Thai Visa Policy

Mar 19, 2026

a month ago

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Can i stay do the same day Lao golden triangle by boat for visa run? I've done 2 times heard its not ok now. Anyone cross recently? Thanks a lot.

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The user inquires about the possibility of a same-day visa run to Laos via boat for visa purposes, expressing concern due to heard regulations. A commenter clarifies that while it is possible to leave Thailand and return, the entry decision is based on the Immigration Officer's discretion, and being without a visa can complicate matters.

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Robert *******

No, leave Thailand, apply for a visa, wait until it is issued takes much longer than a boar ride.

BUT I guess you talk about a border run and read stories about people making border runs without ANY visa,.

Yep, it is still allowed to leave Thailand and return with or without a visa, depending on country of origin of passport. The decision to let you enter is made by the Immmigration Officer as he/she has all the details

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