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What is the cheapest and quickest place for a visa run to get a SETV from Chiang Mai?
Hi everyone, sure this same question has been posted hundreds of times but I’ve seen many different answers/opinions. I’m in Chiang Mai and next Friday I have to do a visa run to get my SETV. What is the cheapest/quickest place to go?
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A user in Chiang Mai is seeking advice on the cheapest and quickest location for a visa run to obtain a Special Tourist Visa (SETV). Responses suggest Vientiane, Laos as a popular option, and mention Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) as alternatives. Additionally, it is pointed out that Vientiane does not impose a financial requirement, making it a less complicated choice. Suggestions also include searching for local travel agencies to find the best options.
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Robert *******
As this question is just asking for the cheapest option to get to a Thai Consulate, I suggest Google for travel agencies in your area.
Liam *****
KL, Vientiane or HCMC. You'll have to do your own googling (clue - you can fly to Udon Thani when going to VTE). VTE doesn't have a financial requirement, so is less hassle in that sense
Robert *******
Vientiane Laos.
Robert *******
Maybe, but we give on this page advice for a Thais Visa, we are not a travel agency who search the cheapest flight options to all Thai consulates in the area.
Matthew *********
OPThat’s what I was planning but then I heard KL is faster/cheaper
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