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Do Thai citizens need a passport to enter Laos if staying overnight?

Thai visa rules Laos entry requirements Thai ID card usage 3-day border pass Friendship Bridge Mukdahan Border pass process

Jul 11, 2017

9 years ago

Brad ********

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Admin: Probably should post this on a Laos forum, not a member of any, apologies if this post breaches the forum rules. I heard via the bush telegraph that Thai's may enter Laos on their ID card but if staying overnight they need to enter on their passport! Can anyone confirm whether this is true or not? Cheers folks.

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Thai citizens can enter Laos using their ID card for a day pass, which costs 100 Baht. However, if they plan to stay overnight, they are required to enter with a passport. A 3-day border pass can also be obtained at The Friendship Bridge in Mukdahan, but the office opens at 8:30 AM.

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3 day border pass avaliable at The Friendship Bridge, Mukdahan. Bear in mind the office doesnt open untill 8.30am.

9 years ago

Brad ********

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Cheers

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, I was gunna arrive at 7:30am, but, now at least I can enjoy my coffee 555.

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Cheers gents, you made my night. Thought I was gunna have to put the missus up in a hotel in Mukdahan for the night. Much appreciated fellas.

9 years ago

Adrien ******

Day passes yes, by ID Card 100 Baht

9 years ago

Henry *********

They can get a 3 day pass. If they want to stay longer they need a passport.

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