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How does the Mae Sai border crossing work for extending my stay in Thailand?

Mae Sai Border Visa Extension 30-Day Visa Stamp Thailand Entry Requirements Border Run Visa Exemptions

May 2, 2017

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Stefanie ********

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May anyone explain exactly how it works at the mae sai border? ...in order to get another 30 days in thailand? Can i just get the stamp and return immediately? And some sources talk about just 15 days I don't understand. Please help with procedere description...i will be there in a few hours...

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To extend your stay in Thailand using the Mae Sai border, you'll need to exit Thailand to Myanmar, pay a fee (around $10 USD), and get stamped back into Thailand. As of December 31st, the 15-day visa-exempt stamp has been abolished, allowing travelers to receive a 30-day stamp instead. However, it's important to note that you can only receive the 30-day visa-exempt stamp through land crossings a maximum of two times in a calendar year. Ensure you have proof of onward travel and sufficient funds as these may be requested.

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Stefanie ********

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Everything was good! Thanks

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Andrea *************

Do you need to show a flight out and funds?

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Tod *********

nope, nothing, You pay $10USD to get a day pass into burma :)

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Alex *****

Oh yes it changed on december. Good to know

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Tod *********

You show up, stamp out of thailand, pay $10USD to get into burma, stamp in, stamp out and come right back into thailand. They discontinued 15 day visa exempt stamps on Dec 31st and it's back to a 30 day stamp. Be advised you can only get a 30 day visa exempt stamp by a land crossing TWO times in a calendar year.

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Jan **********

That's changed, most countries get 30 days.

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