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What are the benefits of using DTV or DTAC for entry into Thailand from Laos?

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Back through DMK from a 3 day trip to Laos on a DTV. Got fast track service, skipped the normal immigration line and went to the sideline with a female IO. Stamped in for 180 days. Didnt ask for TDac nor DTV.
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The user shares an experience of re-entering Thailand through DMK airport after a trip to Laos, receiving a 180-day visa stamp without being asked for DTV or TDac. Comments question the absence of TDac and mention DTV being cheaper.
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cheaper than DTV also
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Why you didn’t do dtac?

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