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How many nights do you need to stay in Laos to get an entry stamp back into Thailand?

Jun 24, 2025
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Sunny *****
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How many nights do you have to stay in Laos to be able to get entry stamp back into Thailand
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There is no specific time limit required for staying in Laos to receive an entry stamp back into Thailand. Depending on your visa status, you could potentially come back after just a few minutes or could need to stay 1-2 nights, especially at certain border crossings. Some users reported varying experiences based on their visa history and the discretion of immigration officers. It's common for people to cross the border for a stamp within hours, but staying longer may sometimes be necessary depending on the border and personal circumstances.
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Giorgio ******
at chiang khong you have to stay 2 nights on the other side im Ouaix xai .

bring books .
Bernard **********
Border run walk in walk out
Roy *********
There are reports that some are denied entry if not staying in Laos a night or two
Doug ********
I did two nights first time as never been laos....second time off the bus into laos..in the bus back with in one hour....last time 4 nights as waiting for non O retirement 90 day visa to be issued..could have done in three nights but forgot thai embassy closed for holiday in the day after I arrived lol
Stephen **********
5min. Many people come up to load on a land crossing and just cross the border to get the stamp and come right back.
Wannikea *********
Depends on your recent Thai visa/exempt/extension history.
Brandon ************
Do you have a visa or not? With a visa, no time at all. If you don't have a visa then you'll need to stay 1 or 2 nights at most borders.
Giorgio ******
@Brandon ***********
2 nights fot Chiang Kong Immigration
Steve *******
There is no time limit for staying outside of the country. If you get let back in depends on the immigration officer at the border and your travel history.
Jervis ***************
Ask your agency. Asking here some people gave a bad Comments
Jeremy ********
@Jervis **************
yes everyone has to use an agency to make a border run

Thailand new name should be Thaigency
Braulio *********
Jeremy ********
You can stay a couple of hours

Or the entire 30 days on the visa you paid for

It’s whatever makes you happy

Life is short be happy
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