What are the current issues and regulations for same-day arrivals and departures at the Aranyaprathet-Poipet border crossing?

Aug 20, 2023
a year ago
Same day departure as that of the arrival was denied to me at Poi Phet, Cambodia immigration exit.

The officer said I must stay at least one day in Cambodia.

If this wasn't the case for same day arrivals and departures through the Aranyaprathet-Poipet Crossing, it now is.

I just thought someone here would find it of interest.
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A user reported being denied same-day departure from Cambodia at the Poi Phet border, where they were informed that a minimum one-night stay is now required. This has raised concerns among expats, especially regarding the increasing complications at the Aranyaprathet-Poipet border. Many commenters share warnings about this border crossing, suggesting alternatives and expressing the general deterioration of the situation since the pandemic, indicating issues with booking accommodations and potential waiting times.
Tod *********
and on that note we're done.

Poipet was a bad border BEFORE covid and it only got worse after they re-opened.

Face it IF border bounce companies won't take their clients there (and they grease the wheels) what does that say about the border crossing.

Sadly the O/P picked a piss poor border to try to bounce out and back on and unfortunately that was on them ๐Ÿ™
Ade ******
Use a service
John *******
In poipet , they wouldn't let me book a hotel unless I arrived with a Cambodian motor bike rider.
Colin *******
I rent a house in prachin buri and will be looking to border bounce later in the year on my own. Which crossing would be best for me thanks ๐Ÿ˜Š
Alex *******
@Colin ******
ban pakard near chanthaburi....quiet and no hassles
Colin *******
@Alex ******
thanks Alex ๐Ÿ˜Š
John **********
Hope you are ok when you hit Thai immigration tomorrow
James ********
Not a surprise...as we have been warning on this forum... AVOID POIPET BORDER CROSSING. It's a BIG problem for foreigners entering Thailand from Cambodia... especially if you are trying to do it yourself.

This was POSTED in October 2022 by Tod Daniels...

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"Cambodia;

The info we have on the border crossings with Cambodia are AVOID <-(read that as DO NOT GO) to the Aranyaprathet / Poipet border. It is problematic. Ban Laem / Duang and Ban Phak Kad / Phsar Prum are workable borders but bouncing on your own you will be asked for "fees" to get back in. Ban Hat Lek / Cham Yeam in Trat can be finicky, Chong Chom / O Smach in Surin isn't too bad.

They CAN hard line you and say you have to spend a night in cambodia if they want to at ANY of the border crossings before you can stamp back in to thailand. "
Timothy *********
@James *******
agree its the worst border, even if you have all the requirements multiple entry visa you can expect to be grilled.
James ********
@Timothy ********
Agreed ๐Ÿ’ฏ๐Ÿ‘..

AVOID POIPET BORDER CROSSING...

We have many reports of those who have tried and outcomes not pleasant to report.
James ********
Thanks to the OP for sharing your experience at Poipet Border crossing.
Brown ********
@James *******
ban phak kad is the border I intend to go to living in bang saray. Have you heard what the fee cost is by chance? Might still just be best going with an agent
James ********
@Brown *******
we recommend going with an experienced border run service company. They know what you need to do and that you will get your New stamp successfully. Google Border Run PATTAYA

Several runs happen during the week and even one company offers a ride in their spacious luxury van.
Brown ********
@James *******
yes I think it's worth this for me as I won't have a exit ticket in 30 days for my first run and it will be after 60 day visa/30 day extension and I was in Thailand for 4 months November to March so I have to many reasons to be rejected. Thanks again
Roberto *********
@Brown *******
The border run transport company won't take you if there's a chance you'll be delayed, so it's a good litmus test
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