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Is it true that Thailand is stopping the practice of visa runs and extensions for tourists?
Jul 20, 2025
15 days ago
Stephen **********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user has been extending their stay in Thailand by doing consecutive short-term visa runs and extensions. They express concern over being informed by a friend that this practice might be ending. Comments suggest that some travelers experience issues mainly with the 60-day visa exemptions and subsequent extensions. To avoid problems, one comment advises switching to a 60-day visa and then performing a border run for another 60 days, followed by a final extension if needed.
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