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Can I renew my DTV visa with a border run to Laos?

DTV Visa Visa Renewal Border Run Chiang Khong Laos Border Thailand Immigration

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DTV 6 months re entry 

Hi everyone,

I read it was possible land border run from Chiang khong to Houay Xai in Laos and come back a few hours later to renew my DTV visa for another 6 months. For info I have worker online dtv visa. 

Has anyone done this before?

 Thank you for your help

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The conversation discusses the possibility of renewing a DTV visa through a border run from Chiang Khong to Houay Xai in Laos. Several users share their experiences, confirming that brief trips to Laos can successfully facilitate a visa extension. Specific tips include ensuring the use of fresh currency and potentially using a border run company for smoother re-entry.

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Nought*******

Nought*******

Laos border simply requires fresh $20 bills and all problems go away.

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Wolf****

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I was wondering if doing something similar would work for the next time i get back

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Toni *******

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I used this border 9th december, was out 5minutes. Laos IO told me i wouldnt even need to stamp in, could just turn around. I however entered laos for a few minutes

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Tanisha *******

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We go daily

Finish in 8 hours from chiang mai

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Dams *********

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@Tanisha ******

thanks for your answer. Will bé in Chiangrai. Can I do it by myself in one day?

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Tanisha *******

Tanisha *******

if dtv then yes can if exempt u can't need help agency

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Anonymous ******************

Anonymous ******************

I use this border every six months. I use a border run company to ensure re-entry with no questions asked. Last week was my third trip there, and all went smoothly.

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Anonymer Teilnehmer 619 can you please tell me the company?

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Participant anonyme 619 thank you for your answer

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