What are some good nearby destinations for a visa run from Bangkok?

Visa Run Visa Rules Travel Destinations Thailand Expat Life Siem Reap Vietnam Kuala Lumpur Tokyo Chiang Mai

Nov 26, 2024

a month ago

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Hi, where is good to go when doing a visa run? We would rather fly somewhere nearby but interesting from Bangkok. TIA

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Expats seeking a destination for a visa run from Bangkok have several options. Popular suggestions include Siem Reap for its charm and culture, as well as Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur. Other recommended locations are the bustling city of Tokyo, Vietnam, and even Chengdu, China. Clarifying the difference between a "visa run" (for obtaining a new visa) and a "border run" (brief exits for re-entry) is important, as it affects destination choice.

Michael ********

Siam riap, Luang prabang, penang, kuala lumpar. Possibilities are endless depends what you want to see

a month ago

Shane ******

I always did siem reap. Good times, and awesome country/city

a month ago

Glenn *******

I did Tokyo on my last one. Definitely worth the extra airfare which still was a good price. Can be done reasonably cheap if get digs in the old quarter and buy a 3 day rail pass to get you into the centre of things. 👍

a month ago

Barry ********

England , but take something warm to wear

a month ago

Nongnuch ********

a "visa run" means you travel to a country where you want to apply for a new Thai visa. A "border run" means you travel to another country, stay a specific amount of time oder try to "bounce" in one day, and intend to re-enter Thailand without a visa

a month ago

Nongnuch ********

you forgot to say what you mean with a "visa run" . . . do you want to do a "visa run" or just a "border run" ? Big difference

a month ago

Duncanc **********

Dubai is lovely at this time of year

a month ago

Alistair **********

Take your pick, Vietnam is nice, I also quite like KL. If you're after something a bit different then China / Chengdu is only a 3hr flight and is quite popular with Thais. The mountains are currently covered in snow and is an option if you're from a country that gets visa free entry.

This is assuming you're planning to re enter Thailand visa exempt

a month ago

James *********

@Alistair *********

Chengdu is also quite the place for Foodies.

a month ago

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Brandon ************

Are you asking about a border bounce or an actual visa run?

a month ago

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Brandon ************