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What is the process and experience of obtaining a DTV visa in Laos for entry into Thailand?

Nov 22, 2025
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Ma ****
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Hello everyone, on November 21st yesterday, I received my DTV visa in Vientiane, Laos. It only took me 5 working days from application to approval, which is amazing speed. On the same day, I successfully entered Thailand through Friendship Bridge with my DTV visa. Refusal of entry is only for frequent Border runners .not for DTV holders. I hope this information is helpful to everyone
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shared their positive experience of obtaining a DTV visa in Vientiane, Laos, highlighting that it took only 5 working days from application to approval. They successfully entered Thailand through the Friendship Bridge on the same day of receiving their visa, noting that refusal of entry applies mainly to frequent border runners and not to DTV visa holders.
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Laos is getting faster with its' approvals. Enjoy being a DTVER.