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Can I extend my Non-O visa by crossing into Burma from Thailand?

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Dec 30, 2022

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Stuart ********

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I’m on Non-O married to Thai with multi entry. Entered on Nov 14 and stamped until 11 Feb. Aim to stay until March 10. I know I can go to immigration in BKK but popping up to Chiang Rai 7th Jan and wondered if I can hop over into Burma and back at Mai Sot for another 90 days?  If so is it an easy thing to do?

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A user on a Non-O visa, married to a Thai national, sought advice on extending their stay in Thailand by crossing into Burma. Though initially considering a border run, several commenters noted that all land borders to Myanmar are closed due to ongoing conflict and restrictions. They suggested crossing into Laos instead as a potential solution for extending their stay, with insights on the time and cost of this process.

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Border is closed

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Francis *******

60 day visit Thai family extension. . 1900 baht. .

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Francis *******

just a recommendation as it will save him time/money(unless he wants to spend more money then he needs to) doing a border run(bounce) may attract a fee when getting a Visa at the border/land crossing plus travel cost from his location return(unless he likes travelling by car)

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Stuart ********

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@Francis ******

I’m up in CR so it would be a bit less hassle than immigration and I’ve never been to Laos 😉. Not worried about the cost as long as it’s not crazy.

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either way you choose to go, travel safe. . .

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Graham ******

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I think the Laos visa is 1500B so with travel costs etc. it's probably equivalent to the extension in country for 1900B

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Wannikea *********

Stamp out and back at Chiang Khong border crossing to Laos if you'll be in Chiang Rai.

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How did you get there? The distance is about 100 kms

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Wannikea *********

most border runs to there originate in CM. You could take a bus from CR to Chiang Khong. Maybe rent a motorcycle or car.

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Galen *******

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Thanks, but I stay in Pattaya. I will better take a train to Nong Khai. Cheers and a Happy New Year 2023🍾🥂

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@Wannikea ********

I guess I’ll get another

90 days then. Is it an easy process and does it take long?

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Adam *******

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easy, doesn't take long.

I did it last week

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Stuart ********

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thanks Adam.

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Stuart ********

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Thanks for the information.

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Robert *******

FYI there is a internal war going on in Myanmar, Burma changed the name several years ago and borders are closed for tourism and border runners from Thailand.

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Graham ******

No, all Burmese/Myanmar land borders are closed to foreigners

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Lloyd ********

That bridge was still closed on the 15th of December this year

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