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Is the Thai embassy in Vientiane closed during the elections?

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Jan 21, 2026

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Just a heads up for anyone looking at going to Vientiane for visa runs etc, the Thailand embassy in Vientiane is closed from tomorrow for at least a week due to the elections.

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The Thailand embassy in Vientiane will be closed for at least a week due to elections, which may affect services related to visa applications. While the embassy is not closed entirely, they are not accepting payments for visa applications during this period to allow Thai citizens to vote.

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Not closed but not accepting payment for visa applications to allow thais to vote

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