How can I renew my 30-day tourist visa in Laos, and what are my options for obtaining a 60-day visa?

Nov 25, 2017
7 years ago
Malcolm *******
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Hi

I need to renew a 30 day tourist visa where do I go in Laos please and how long does it take,I'd like to fly but I'm told there's a bus or mini bus.

Maybe get a sixty day what do I need can I get a visa for Laos on arrival
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To renew your 30-day tourist visa while in Laos, you would typically visit a Thai Embassy or Consulate. It is advisable to go in the morning to submit your application and you can expect to pick it up the next working day in the afternoon. Alternatively, you can explore options such as traveling to border points for visa exemption, but keep in mind that you can only receive two entry stamps per year. If you're considering a 60-day visa, going to the embassy is recommended as it provides a more straightforward solution.
Malcolm *******
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Thanks Robert I have flown in twice I just need one 30 day to take me on till I go to Vietnam and will get another when I fly back
Marco *********
Marco *********
Malcolm, then you don't need to leave the Country.

Your 30 day "visa exempt" stamp can be extended by 30 days just going before stamp expiry date to any Immigration office..

Fill the form, bring 1 photo, passport copies (frontpage, page with stamp, departure card), 1.900 baht.
Malcolm *******
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No. Only two flying in from U.K. And then Japan
Marco *********
Did you already get 30 day extension at Immigration?
Robert *******
You can only get two Visa Exempt Entry stamps (what you call a 30 day tourist visa) a calendar year from border check points. If you like to get the 60 day Tourist Visa the best option is to visit a Thai Embassy or Consulate in Laos, bring in day one morning, pick up next working day afternoon.
Barry ******
From Chiang mai you can border bounce from Mai Sai, but bring 10 USD for Myanmar temporary permit.

Or if you really want to go to Laos you can go to Chiang Rai and take slow boat to Luang Prabang
Malcolm *******
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Thanks Barry
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