Answereda year ago
Is it better to do a visa run to Malaysia or fly somewhere else for a few days given the current regulations in Thailand?
Hi,
I entered Thailand for the first time on 1/10/2025 and received a 60 days stay. I haven’t done any extensions or visa runs yet. I would like to stay in Thailand until 1/18/2026, so I’m planning to do a visa run until 28/11/2025 to get another 60 days.
I booked a border run with a local agency, but they told me they can’t process the visa run at the original border (Chiang Khong) due to stricter regulations. They suggested a different border, but the situation feels a bit uncertain. I’m considering whether it might be simpler to book a same- ay return flight to Malaysia instead.
Given the current circumstances, which option would be better? I hold a Hungarian passport.
I entered Thailand for the first time on 1/10/2025 and received a 60 days stay. I haven’t done any extensions or visa runs yet. I would like to stay in Thailand until 1/18/2026, so I’m planning to do a visa run until 28/11/2025 to get another 60 days.
I booked a border run with a local agency, but they told me they can’t process the visa run at the original border (Chiang Khong) due to stricter regulations. They suggested a different border, but the situation feels a bit uncertain. I’m considering whether it might be simpler to book a same- ay return flight to Malaysia instead.
Given the current circumstances, which option would be better? I hold a Hungarian passport.
Answer summary
The user is seeking advice on whether to proceed with a planned visa run at the Chiang Khong border or opt for a flight to Malaysia due to stricter regulations affecting border runs. Various comments suggest flying might be a better option, with recommendations to avoid same-day returns and consider other countries like Cambodia. Additionally, some users suggest applying for a 30-day extension at immigration as a simpler solution.
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Ian **********
Why do ppl insist on returning the same day? Madness under the current clampdownn
Raymond *********
Why don't you simple ask for a 30 day extension at immigration. It will cost you 1900thb and your problem will be over
Bob **********
Do you pay attention to the news a crack down on this now
Eryk ************
I would suggest flying somewhere for a few days (even just for a weekend) at the end of November, then coming back but you should have a return ticket. Then I think it should be okay.
Todd *********
@Eryk ***********
agree with this. Weekend in neighbouring country that u don't need a visa for
Liv ******
This would count as a visa run and they are rejecting these in most cases now
Eryk ************
@Liv *****
No. His case is still acceptable.
Abey *********
Back home to your home country, they're after people like you trying to live in Thailand long term on tourist visa exemption.
Todd *********
@Abey ********
lol, no need for home country.
Kevin ***********
Clamping down on same day returns fly Cambodia for couple days be cheaper than malaysia
Graham ******
@Kevin **********
It may not be if Malaysia is visa-free for the OP but Cambodia is not
Elías ********
Flying might be better, but don't do it a same day trip.
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