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What are the rules for border runs and tourist visa extensions in Thailand?

Tourist Visa Border Run Visa Extension Visa Exempt Thai Immigration Rules Visa Regulations

Jan 10, 2024

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Ling ************

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Questions for the group. 1. If a person came in on a one month tourist visa the previous year, extended at immigration then did a border run to carry to this year, it's all well and good? 

     2. I have heard that a person is able to do a border run twice per calendar year and has to leave country, is this information correct?

     3.Would the border run from the previous year count towards the previous question?Many thanks.

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The discussion addresses several questions regarding border runs and tourist visas in Thailand. It confirms that a one-month tourist visa can be extended and that a border run from a previous year does not count against the current year's limits. Participants clarify that visa-exempt entries allow for two land border runs per calendar year, and the entry count resets on January 1st. Additionally, a suggestion is made for a 60-day tourist visa option as it provides better value and convenience compared to extending visa-free entries.

Henrik *****

When going to Thailand for 31 - 60 ( 90 )days, the 60 days touristvisa is the best option.

It is cheaper than visaexcempt + 30 days extension.

No need of a onward ticket ( 90 days 1 onward ), if returnticket within 60 days.

It is easier to apply from the comfort of your home.

thaievisa.go.th

Not wasting holiday time to find, go to and waiting at a immigration office ( 90 you would need that ).

No need to leave Thailand in up to 90 days.

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Darren ********

you don't need onward ticket with visa?

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Henrik *****

With touristvisa you may need it.

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Stuart *********

1. All good.

2. Visa exempt entries are allowed 2 land border entries in a calendar year.

3. The count resets on January 1st.

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Ling ************

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@Stuart ********

thank you. 👍🏻👍🏻

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