@Sten ***********

you keep the current permitted to stay until date with re-entry permit

Adam Marshall that post is far out of date, there is no such thing as double entry tourist visa any more

@Terary *********

i have only ever paid 1,000 Baht for tourist visa, including last week in Vientiane

Michael Lucken it is evidence the agent actually did it, rather than simply relying on the fact they said they did it...many say they do it but don’t

Ohhh if you don’t care about time...fly Thursday afternoon, lodge Friday morning, and pick up Monday afternoon...Friday is not busy as most people won’t want to wait until Monday...

Tuesday is also another good day to lodge...not as busy...I got there last week 7.30am and only 20 people in front of me...waited 30 minutes to lodge after opening, and less than 10 minutes to collect

Avoid Monday’s and Thursday as this is when most agencies take groups

Jackie Blue as I said you can use USD and THB in most places...I used THB everywhere

They usually give change in Kip though...just make sure the exchange rate is close...I checked every time I purchased...and only one place tried to rip me off

Jackie Blue you can pay by USD, THB or KIP at most places...I just used THB everywhere I went.

Remember you can’t exchange Laos Kip outside Laos

You will find most tuk tuks and taxis offer set prices around Vientiane, but always negotiate...usually get around 40% or more off what they quote

Make sure you check your Laos Visa requirements to enter the country...for Aussies it’s 30 USD and 1 passport photo

Crisp clean notes to be safe

Make sure you are wearing appropriate clothing, they are very strict - if you are wearing singlet or short shorts they will NOT take your application

I saw 2 people turned away last week

@Rico ***

1,000 Baht