What are the new visa run regulations for Laos starting August 2024 for ‘O’ visa holders?

Sep 7, 2024
2 months ago
Recently someone mentioned from August 2024 when you do a visa run to Laos you must stay 2 nights and are not allowed to come back same day even on a “O” visa.

Anyone here with recent experience?

Thank you in advance
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As of August 2024, new regulations will require ‘O’ visa holders to stay a minimum of 2 nights when making a visa run to Laos. Currently, this applies specifically to the Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong borders.
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Brandon ************
This is only at Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong border (at the moment)
Stephen *******************
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@Brandon ***********
Any idea why this is?

And does it include 90 day “O” visa ?
Brandon ************
@Stephen ******************
the Thai immigration officers said it's orders from their superiors. I don't know if it only effects visa exempt or every visa type
Stephen *******************
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@Brandon ***********
Thank you

Can I ask what do British Passport holders get on a land border crossing is it 15 / 30 / 60 days?

This is for a friend who will be travelling with me
Brandon ************
@Stephen ******************
visa exempt is currently 60 days on entry.
Stephen *******************
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@Brandon ***********
So even border crossings get 60 days ?
Brandon ************
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