What is the best way to obtain a new visa while in Koh Samui?

Jun 5, 2023
2 years ago
Evaldas ******
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Hi, guys im in koh Samui, what is the best way to get new visa? Like border run?
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While in Koh Samui, you cannot simply do a border run to get a new visa; you must apply at the embassy. Border runs are not viable for actually obtaining a new visa, as they require you to go through the proper application process, which includes waiting 2-3 days for processing. One recommendation is to apply for the visa in Kota Bharu, where you can travel down on a Saturday, apply on Sunday, and return to Thailand by Monday afternoon, keeping in mind that the embassy is closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Paul *******
Kota Bharu is great travel down on a Saturday apply on Sunday and back to Thailand on Monday afternoon. Check they work Sunday to Thursday closed Friday and Saturday Muslim work week
Richard *********
New Visa< Kota Bharu

In and 30 day visa exempt : Ranong/ Kwathoung> Pre covid there were moini bus's doing this trip so check
Todd *********
@Richard ********
can't get a visa at Kota Bharu. Visa exempt re-entry for 30 days.
Richard *********
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Todd *********
@Richard ********
wow! Thx ๐Ÿ™. Learn something new every day!
Brandon ************
If you want a visa you cannot do a border run because you have to go to the embassy and apply for a visa and wait 2-3 days for processing.
Evaldas ******
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@Brandon ***********
what about visa on arival?
Graham ******
@Evaldas *****
Do you really mean Visa on Arrival? The wrong terminology will get you the wrong answer for your particular requirements,
Brandon ************
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