What are the safest land crossings for American passport holders frequently entering Thailand?

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Sep 4, 2019

5 years ago

Brian ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

What seem to be the safest land crossings to be allowed entry for those that have been in and out of the country many times throughout the year? No previous land crossings and American passport.

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The discussion provides advice on safe land crossings for American passport holders who frequently enter Thailand, emphasizing the importance of being aware of local immigration regulations. It mentions specific border crossings like Padang Besar and suggests having at least 20,000 baht as proof of funds, along with accommodation and flight details for re-entry. Users shared personal experiences and recommendations for the safest and most efficient land crossings, particularly in the southern borders.

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Tod *********

and I believe the O/P has enough suggestions to figure out where to bounce out and back in at.. Good Luck .

5 years ago

Kyriakos **************

Had a problem with the immigration at Padang Besar last month with a 12 month non o multiple entry married to a Thai that i received in Savannakhet. Also asked for

*****

baht proof.

5 years ago

Tod *********

that is a known problematic border crossing.

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Tod *********

Andy *******

Make sure that if you go through Pedang Besur or Sadow, you have 20k in Thai bhat on you and you have your flight out booked and paid for, along with your accommodation for the full period on your TM7. Otherwise you will be returned. Personal experience back in June.

5 years ago

Jason ***********

@Andy ******

wow that sounds harsh

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Tod *********

Kyle Manus I deleted your comment because it had that nonsense about putting money in your passport at the border.

Let's try to offer advice without advocating corruption okay?

5 years ago

Tod *********

Take

@J**

's advice and bounce out and back in there.

5 years ago

Joe ***********

Satun @ Thale Ban National Park

5 years ago

Tod *********

then you're going to be bouncing at one of the southern land borders.

As long as you don't have TWO 30 day visa exempt entries by land this year you should be able to bounce out and back in.

Have the proof of 20K baht or the equivalent in CASH because some of the southern borders ask for it.

AND

some also ask that you stay in Malaysia overnight.

As far as what border is the safest, I'd say post in a f/b group for that area of thailand or wait and see if anyone posts first hand knowledge of bouncing out and back in down there.

5 years ago

Brian ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I’m in Surat Thani and will be heading to Bangkok upon return. I’m fine with flying out and bus or train back in.

5 years ago

Tod *********

how about stating where you are in thailand so people can actually send you to a close border?

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Tod *********

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