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What are the best border run options to Laos from Thailand, and what documents are needed?

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Nov 9, 2023
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Michelle *****
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Anyone been to Laos border run recently? Chiang Saen or Chiang Khong more easier and efficient? Apart from passport, must have documents?

My friend is French and thinking driving there, also maybe explore Laos for a day.

Many thanks 🙏
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The post inquires about the efficiency of Chiang Saen versus Chiang Khong for a Laos border run, especially for a French friend considering driving there. It also seeks information on necessary documents beyond just a passport. Community responses emphasize the importance of having a car passport and insurance when driving in Laos, with a suggestion to avoid driving in Laos due to potential difficulties.
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Make sure he has a car passport, Insurance etc. Not sure of the exact requirements, but they are neccesary to prove ownership etc.
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@Bob *******
 ok thank you so much.
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Ios *****************
in my opinion it is better not to drive in Laos 😉
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@Kris *******
 that makes sense. ok I let my friend know. Many thanks 🙏
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@Kris *******
 okay thank you so much. The plan was we drive to Chang Saen immigration border for my friends to do the border run and take the boat enter Laos side get the 30 days entry and take some time visit the place, return in evening.
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@Kris *******
 thank you. So after the email application, still need to go there for passport stamp?
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@Kris *******
 oh that’s great. You mean online register for appointment?
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 ok thanks
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