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Can I walk across the bridge from Mukdahan to Laos if my visa expires soon?

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October 30, 2022

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Jeffrey ************

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Morning all.

My visa expires soon and I am living in Kalasin. Does anyone know if it's possible to drive to Mukdahan and just walk over the bridge into Laos and return? Thanks very much 🙏

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The inquiry revolves around the possibility of walking from Mukdahan, Thailand to Laos as a means to manage an expiring visa. Community responses clarify that walking across the bridge is not allowed; instead, transportation options like buses are suggested for crossing the border.

Eran *************

Try Kyiv!

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Steve *******

You cant walk over the bridge. Plenty of buses from Mukdahan to Savannakhet.

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Jeffrey ************

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Cheers Steve.

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Twiggy ******

I think it’s ok but not sure where to park near the border gate in Thai side. I only did by using the Thai Laos International bus this month. I saw cars and pickups crossing the border into Laos very often. I know you don’t need to bring your car into Laos.

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Graham ******

Here for 250B a day apparently

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Twiggy ******

Thanks

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Jeffrey ************

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thanks Graham 😊 🙏

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Jeffrey ************

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Thanks Twiggy 😊

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Robert ********

I don’t think the bridge is open to motorcycles or pedestrians. You can get the bus from the bridge or the bus station.

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Thanks Robert.

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