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Is same-day Laos border run allowed for DTV visa holders?
Is same-day Laos border run still available for DTV, or do you have to spend 1 night in Laos? (Have DTV Visa)
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The conversation discusses the possibility of completing a same-day border run to Laos for individuals holding a DTV visa. Users share their experiences, confirming that same-day border runs are indeed possible without spending a night in Laos. Comments suggest different locations for the border run and encourage users to explore Laos, while also noting that the process generally takes a short time at customs.
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Lady **********
We do have one day visa run to Chong Mak service
Dror *********
did one in 1st october already chong mek border waited 15 mins in duty free and go back
Bob **********
Why wouldn’t you want to check out Laos for a couple days pretty cool over there
Anonymous *************
OP@Bob *********
got tons of plans in Thailand, not really wanting to do much in LaosBob **********
Anonymous participant give it a shot I don’t think you’ll have a problem
Edgars ***********
should not be a problem with Dtv
Jonathan ******
I just returned from a border run to Chiang Saen in Laos, same day no problem.
James ********
Where are you living in Thailand?
What is your passport nation?
The info you provided is lacking the details best able to reply to your question.
What is your passport nation?
The info you provided is lacking the details best able to reply to your question.
Anonymous *************
OP@James *******
USA chiang mai?James ********
Anonymous participant Ask your question on a Chiang Mai expat group...to get the latest info. Also ask an experienced border run service company based in Chiang Mai. They know what to do to get a SAME DAY return border bounce.
James ********
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Andi ***********
Same day border runs have been done. Details are in the threads.
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