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Can I get a 30-day extension on my METV without doing another border run?

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Sep 7, 2025

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Hello I,m in Thailand on a 6 month METV. Having done one border run to Laos my 60 days ends about 7 days before i fly back home. Can i do a 30 day extension at immigration or do i have to do another border run.Thanks

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You can extend your Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) for an additional 30 days at immigration. You do not necessarily need to do another border run to Laos. Some users have pointed out that upon extending, you may receive either another 60 days or the option to extend your current 60 days by an additional 30.

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Bob **********

Yes you’ll get another 60 days which you can extend 30 more or just extend the 60 your on without leaving

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David **********

How did you do run to Laos where from and cost please

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Brandon ************

Every tourist entry can get one 30-day extension.

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