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Why do you need a visa run on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

DTV (Digital Nomad Visa)Visa Runs Re-entry to Thailand Visa Regulations Immigration Processes

Dec 21, 2025

4 months ago

Robert *********

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I needed a visa run on DTV so exited via land at Chiang Khong yesterday, out and back in in just a few hours. No issues, no questions at all.

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The user successfully completed a visa run from Thailand via Chiang Khong, returning with no issues, indicating their DTV allows re-entry without complications. Commenters noted that having a proper visa makes the process smoother and questioned the necessity of a visa run for DTV holders.

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Alan ********

So why do you need a visa run on a DTV? You don't

4 months ago

SereneBu*********

Congratulations

4 months ago

Frank **********

Yes, that is usually what happens when you have the proper visa.

4 months ago

Stephen ********

I would assume that was because you have an actual visa. It is those with no visa that are having issues

4 months ago

Lynnette *******

Because you have a visa and can re-enter on that for up to 5 years.

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