Do I need to enter Laos for a border run after my visa has expired in Thailand?

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Mar 15, 2023

2 years ago

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Hello to all. My question is, my 45 day in Thailand expired on the 17. I want to go to nond kai border run. Do I need to go inside Laos, to get a new stamp back to Thailand?. Thanks ahead for some advice.

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The user inquired about the procedure for a border run to Laos after their 45-day stay in Thailand expired. Respondents clarified that the user must exit Thailand, enter Laos (which involves obtaining a visa), and then return to Thailand with the proper stamps. They also suggested considering a 30-day extension from a local immigration office as an alternative.

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Jeremy ********

Yes a border bounce is needed…

2 years ago

Leslie *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

2 years ago

Leslie *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks you all. For the help. T care

2 years ago

Lisa ********************

Have you done a 30 day extension? Easy to do at your local Thai immigration office

2 years ago

Richard *********

YES<land borders ALWAYS check for a exit stamp/

note Laos visa $40

2 years ago

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

Is there a reason you're not getting your 30 day extension first?

But to answer your question, you must stampt out of Thailand, stamp INTO another country, stamp out of that country, and then return to Thailand.

You cannot just stamp out of Thailand, then turn around on the bridge and come back.

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