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Will a refused visa run entry count against my land entry limit in Thailand?

Visa Runs Thai Visa Rules Immigration Land Entry Arranyaprathet Ranong

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Hi; on my first visa run I went to arranyaprathet (not been here a few yrs) and was refused same day return and a red stamp detailing this in thai was entered into pp and flew back

2nd time I went to Ranong for land crossing.

Question is, I wonder if the first refused attempt will be counted as a cancelled entry, and uses up one of these land entries? Thanks

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The user inquired whether a refused entry during a first visa run to Arranyaprathet would count against their land entry limit for subsequent visa runs. Comments provide reassurance that the refusal should not count since the user did not actually enter Thailand, and suggest waiting until after January 1st or using a border run company to avoid issues. Additional comments mention recent requirements at Ranong immigration, including proof of finances and residence.

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Richard ********

Richard ********

Ranong immigration now ask return flight 20K baths in cash and proof of residence

If you don t have everything better to ask a local agent (?) to help you

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Dani *********

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20k cash for 30 day stay?

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Rob ************

Rob ************

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Yup, same as before, pay the 2k and its a pleasant morning. I did see a bunch of vagabonds cross too who paid things separately and cross successfully, I think first visit you're excused.

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Richard ********

Richard ********

@Rob ***********

what 2k ?

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Bill ********

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Richard *********

Richard *********

why risk it, wait till after Jan 1st or fly out

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John **********

John **********

I'd advise using a border run company if you're planning further runs. Much safer and zero issues with re-entry

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Rob ************

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@John *********

Me too. Any recommendations?

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Dani *********

Dani *********

@Rob ***********

zero issues?

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Brandon ************

Brandon ************

It shouldn't use one of your land entries since you didn't actually enter. But that also shouldn't matter to you since the counter resets in 14 days

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Rob ************

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@Brandon ***********

The counter resets? -was not aware of this. Thanks Brandon.

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Paul *************

Paul *************

@Rob ***********

2 border crossings per calendar year, we’re fast approaching the end of the year

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Paul *************

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@Rob ***********

no worries at all 👍🏻

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Rob ************

Rob ************

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@Paul ************

Got you, Thanks

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