Answered7 years ago
Do I have to stay overnight in Cambodia for my METV visa run?
Hey, i am on a METV and have to do a visarun tomorrow. I am planning to go to Had lek. Do i have to stay in cambodia or can i come back the same day? I heard there is some new rule, but not completly clear what is what. Thanks in advance!
Greets,
Stijn
Greets,
Stijn
Answer summary
The user is planning a visa run to Had Lek while on a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) and inquires whether they can return to Thailand the same day. Responses indicate that recent Thai immigration rules may require staying overnight in Cambodia, as experienced by a commenter. However, there are differing opinions, with some suggesting it's not necessary to stay the night. Overall, participants in the thread encourage caution and preparation regarding visa requirements.
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James ********
As the OP has options and helpful advice. Good luck..safe travels.
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Ron *******
Tourists always in a hurry. Anybody would think you need to rush back for work the following morning 🤔
Stijn **********
OPThank you all for the quick responses! I will make sure i am prepared to spend the night and of course i will provide some feedback on this topic in the coming days.
Joris *********
@Stijn *********
oh and at the Banpuggard border.I read that you don't have to stay the night..Joris *********
@Stijn *********
thanks, I'm planning to do the exact same thing from Koh Chang next month.. oh and btw I'm also Belgian😇
Ellie *******
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Not sure this helps....****************************************************************************
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Raúl *******
@Stijn *********
a friend was last week there and he was forced to spend one night in Cambodia before coming back to Thailand once again. Rules coming from the Thai immigration btw, not from the Cambodian one, as far as I understood.
Robert *******
NO, Thailand does NOT have a rule that you need to stay minimum 1 night outside Thailand before you can come back. The rule that you can not leave Cambodia directly after you entered Cambodia is NOT made by the Royal Thai Police Immigration Bureau.
Benjamin ******
I'm guessing a border hop to get another 60 day entry, right?
Stewart ***************
Kanchaburi was really easy and painless.
James ********
Try these folks for border run...Good Luck
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Stijn **********
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yes but can i go out and come back same day?Activity
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