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What are the experiences of border runs from Nongkhai to Laos with a DTV visa?

DTV Visa Border Run Nongkhai Laos Visa Regulations Expats in Thailand

Mar 26, 2025

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Has anyone recently made a border run from Nongkhai to Laos with the DTV visa and can report experiences?

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The discussion focuses on recent experiences regarding border runs from Nongkhai to Laos specifically for individuals holding a DTV visa. One commenter mentions their upcoming border run and expresses confidence in the process, while another advises bringing documents such as hotel bookings or rental contracts, suggesting that these may be necessary for border officials.

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Tim ***********

I would take some documents with me. Hotel booking or TM30 or rental contract. They might want to see where you will stay. You can call a border run company and ask them because they have daily expierience.

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Michael *******

I will do in 2 weeks, probably very easy, don't worry

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