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Is the Chiang Khong – Huay Xai border run safe for EU citizens on visa exemption?

Chiang Khong Huay Xai border run visa exemption EU citizen Thai immigration Laos border visa rules

Jan 25, 2019

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Andrea **********

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Hi guys, any advise about the border run Chiang Khong – Huay Xai laos border on visa exemption (EU citizen)? Is it fine like in Mae Sai? Tnx

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The conversation addresses inquiries regarding the border run from Chiang Khong to Huay Xai for EU citizens under visa exemption. It notes that this border crossing is generally trouble-free, similar to the Mae Sai border. However, travelers may need a visa for Laos depending on their nationality.

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Tod *********

There are NO reports that people have any difficulties bouncing out and back in at the Chiang Khong – Huay Xai border with Lao. Depending on your nationality you might need to buy a visa to get stamped in and out of Lao ..

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Robert *******

NIce, but you will not get a visa at a Thai border.

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Wanchai *********

Yes you will get one month

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Andrea **********

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Just visit laos for some days and come back in Thailand again

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Robert *******

Thanks for explaining, what you plan to do.

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Andrea **********

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I am talking about Visa exemption stamp of course

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