Going from CNX to Vientiane next week for my 1st ED Visa.
I will be flying to Vientiane with a layover at DMK Airport as I found a convenient ticket in terms of cost & duration.
On my way back I plan on going Udon Thani via terestrial border in order to avoid Bangkok.
Maybe I am just paranoid but do I risk anything by leaving the country from DMK airport?
My history is 3 SETV visas this year; on the last one i got the blue saying "The holder of this passport travels to Thailand under a tourist visa several times which may result in the refusal of a visa in the future" - that's where my concern comes from and I want to be aware if there is any other stamp or something they can issue when leaving the country that can make it more difficult for one to get a new visa or to enter the country in the future.
If there is any risk involved I would change my plans and exit via Nong khai.
Many thanks!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The author is concerned about the potential risks of departing from DMK Airport due to their previous experience with several SETV visas and a note attached to their passport indicating their frequent use of tourist visas. They plan to leave Thailand for Vientiane to obtain their first ED Visa and are contemplating alternative travel routes to avoid Bangkok on their return journey. Responses from the community suggest that leaving Thailand from DMK is generally risk-free, with recommendations for alternate travel plans to ensure a smoother re-entry into Thailand.
