Does anyone know if there is paid parking available at Chong Mek? I may want to venture into Pakse a few days on my next border run. If not, Mukdahan may be a better option. They have paid parking at the border crossing.

Hi,

I am driving to Nong Khai soon to do my first border bounce on a non-O, multi-entry marriage visa. I just have a few questions if anyone is kind enough to answer. I've searched the group already, but didn't find my answers.

1. Is there convenient parking at/near the border?

2. Do I write zero days or one day on the card for my stay in Laos?

3. Can I just leave the address blank since I will only be in Laos for a few minutes?

4. Do I need photos?

Any other tips?

Thanks in advance :)

FWIW just departed via DMK T1 (International). 10 minute queue for bag drop and then immigration was about the quietest I've ever seen it - empty counters for both Thai and foreigners. Parking was an absolute bitch though.