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Will the border crossing from Thailand to Laos be open on the BOL establishment day public holiday?
Off to Savannakhet 7th October for my first single entry visa. I believe this is BOL establishment day public holiday in Laos. Will the border crossing be open? Can't find website to see their closure/opening days.
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The border between Thailand and Laos will be open on the BOL establishment day public holiday, but the Thai consulate in Savannakhet may be closed. Travelers can still obtain a Laos visa at the border, and there are no requirements for proof of 20K baht when entering Laos.
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Tod *********
Okay, as far as the proof of 20K baht (or the equivalent) the thai consulate in Savannakhet will NOT accept you showing them 20K baht in cash. They only accept a bank statement.
AFAIK; not a single land border crossing between thailand and lao are asking for proof of 20K baht in funds when you stamp into the country.
AFAIK; not a single land border crossing between thailand and lao are asking for proof of 20K baht in funds when you stamp into the country.
Tod *********
@Lee ******
Thanx for that update (y) So, it seems now all they care about is proof of funds for a tourist visa.Lee *******
OPJust an update. Got to embassy at 7am no one there. 8:45am about 25 people. Was asked to show bank statement which I had photocopy of Thai bank book, asked for original to compare. Paid the visa fee and that was it. No question of onward travel or accommodation/itinerary.
Lee *******
OP@Tod ********
hey Tod I've seen a few things online regarding a signed letter from bank manager to confirm funds along with the bank book of course. Can you confirm this is a necessary?Tod *********
@J**
, like I said they started doing it back when tourist visas were free in late 2016-early 2017 and they've been doing it ever since. Google it, there're a TON of posts about it on the inter-web..Joe ******
@Tod ********
- Is that 100% confirmed with the Bankbook in Savannakhet? Any pictures of official statements yet?Lee *******
OPTod Daniels ok cheers Tod. I'll just make a copy of my Thai bank book and also take it with me too of course.
Tod *********
@Lee ******
, it doesn't have to be a thai bank book, it can be a print out of the balance of your account in your country. But yes, you need a copy to turn in to themLee *******
OPProof of this can be by showing bank book? Do I need to make a copy too?
Tod *********
Just so everyone's clear the borders don't close on holidays. The thai consulates in other countries usually close on thai holidays and holidays in the country they are in.
Steve *******
The border will be open but the consulate will probably be closed.
Steve *******
@L**
. YesLee *******
OPHey Steve, So I can still get the laos visa at the border?
Jan **********
They do not close
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