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Is the Thai Consulate in Savannakhet, Laos currently processing visas and what are the entry requirements for UK citizens?
Does anyone know if the Thai Consulate in Savannakhet, Laos is open and processing visas?
Also what requirements, apart from a visa, to enter Laos (UK Citizen)?
Sound advice appreciated, no guessing please.
Thanks in advance.
Also what requirements, apart from a visa, to enter Laos (UK Citizen)?
Sound advice appreciated, no guessing please.
Thanks in advance.
Answer summary
The Thai Consulate in Savannakhet, Laos is reportedly open for processing visas, with individuals recently able to enter Thailand via this route. However, it is essential to note that there may be additional requirements such as Certificates of Entry for quarantine and insurance. Currently, Laos is only issuing employment visas, and land borders are reportedly closed for tourism. UK citizens must be aware of essential documentation needed for entering Laos, which includes a passport photo and possibly a fee in US dollars. Travelers should confirm the latest information due to fluctuating regulations surrounding COVID-19.
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Paulie ********
Add a group called Laos in time of covid very helpful Ive been trying to get back to my GF in 🇱🇦
Bobby ********
Land borders between Thailand and neighboring countries are closed since 1 year. Don't you read the papers?
Steve *******
OP@Bobby *******
Yes I know, however airports arent closed. Dont you read the papers?
Benjamin ******
@Michael *******
sadly, this is about leaving Laos to enter Thailand. I have heard of no cases where non-workers are able to enter Laos. Michael ********
@Benjamin *****
oh yes not heard of anyone entering either except for critical workers, i know of one guy who had to work on a dam.But was answering his question whether embassy is open. Which it is.
Michael ********
Yes it is actually open and people who have been stuck in Laos have been able to get into Thailand that way, there was a post about it a couple of weeks ago including contact numbers.
Still subject to coe quarantine insurance etc, plus a hefty lump for ambulance/mini van to take you from border to ASQ
Still subject to coe quarantine insurance etc, plus a hefty lump for ambulance/mini van to take you from border to ASQ
Steve *******
OP@Michael *******
Cant you fly into Bangkok from Vientiane?Michael ********
@Steve ******
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Michael ********
@Steve ******
not that i am aware ofMichael ********
@Steve ******
checked again today didnt see any flights, where did you see flightsMichael ********
@Steve ******
no idea havent heard of any, i know they are flying to SingaporeSteve *******
OP@Michael *******
Why not? There are flights available.Benjamin ******
As of right now, the Lao government is not issuing tourist visas. They are only issuing employment visas - and from what I headed, only the state run/ state approved projects.
*there are no land based borders issuing tourist visas right now*
*there are no land based borders issuing tourist visas right now*
Steve *******
OP@Benjamin *****
Thanks for the heads up.Steve *********
I don't know about covid-times to enter Lao, but in normal times it's a passport photo and some US dollars cash (30?). I think that the land borders might still be closed, though.
Steve *******
OP@Steve ********
Yes land borders closed, I was looking at flying in. Dont need USD they take Thai Baht.Bobby ********
@Steve ********
. Land borders are closed and I believe there is 14 day quarantine for arrivalsSteve *********
@Bobby *******
all-in-all, not his best plan to get a visa then!Steve *******
OP@Bobby *******
Apparently Laos arent issuing visas on arrival but there are flights to Laos. Some Thai Consulates/Embassys still issue ME visas, Savannakhet being one of them. Anyway my questions have been answered.Bobby ********
Steve Greir. Have flights resumed to Laos? I didn't think any embassy or consulate was issuing ME visas? I could be wrong but I hadn't seen any other indication.
Steve *******
OP@Steve ********
YepSteve *********
@Steve ******
and then paying for quarantine when back in Thailand.Steve *******
OP@Bobby *******
I was looking at flying from Thailand and getting a visa on arrival.Steve *******
OP@Bobby *******
It's the closest Consulate to Thailand and one of the few that still does Non Imm O multi entry visas with no financial requirements.Bobby ********
Steve. Just looked at the travel advice on the UK government website and it appears quarantine only required if someone tests positive on entry. However, it appears visas are not readily available.
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Bobby ********
Steve Mathers. A visa for Thailand? No idea why someone would travel to Laos to get a visa for Thailand. Defies logic, but in these covid-times logic has been thrown out of the window! 🤣
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