Hey guys, pretty sure I know the answer but want to double check with you smart people as well.
I flew into Chiang Mai on December 17th and got the visa exempt status on arrival good for 30 days. I then extended my visa at immigration office on January 15th. I now have to leave Thailand on the 14th of Feb and want to do the border cross at Mae Sai. Will i be ok to do this and will they allow me to leave and come back in with a fresh new 30 day exempt visa? I read somewhere that Mae Sai doesn't allow border crossings for visa exempt status, but then everywhere else is saying that it's ok.
Anyone have any experience with this and can provide info? Thanks in advance!!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking confirmation on whether they can exit Thailand at Mae Sai and re-enter with a fresh 30-day visa exemption, given they previously extended their visa. Responses indicate that while it may technically be against the rules, many travelers successfully do this, especially from Western countries, provided they have the necessary documentation and a crisp USD bill for the border fee.