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Is it better to fly to Bangkok or cross the Friendship Bridge by walk with an EDU visa?

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Dec 13, 2025

5 months ago

Michał ***********

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I just got an EDU visa in Laos. Is it better to flight to BKK or to cross the friendship bridge by walk? Becouse of all of this problems with immigration that other people have, I am totally afraid even though I never do anything bad.

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The discussion centers around the best way to enter Thailand from Laos after obtaining an EDU visa. Some comments clarify that walking across the Friendship Bridge is not permitted; travelers must use shuttle services instead. Others reassure that having a legitimate visa should not result in any issues during entry.

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It's OK.. Just take the bus from Talat Sao to either Nong Khai (25bt) or Udon Thani (85bt or

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5 months ago

Olav *********

Swim over,

5 months ago

Holger **************

Walking IS Not allowed AS far i know

5 months ago

Graham ******

You have a legitimate visa, you will have no issues wherever you enter

5 months ago

Alan **********

Why would it be just have cash in your pocket

5 months ago

Conor ***********

I got same here yesterday leaving by bridge in a couple of hours can’t see why would be a problem

5 months ago

Pascal ********

On ne peu pas traverser le pont à pied

Il y a des navettes obligatoire a prendre

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