Ask question

This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Will a US passport holder's tourist visa remain valid after traveling to Laos from Thailand and returning?

Thailand Visa Rules Tourist Visa US Passport Visa Validity Entry Exemptions Multiple Entry Visa Single Entry Visa

Jun 6, 2023

2 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Asking for my aunt. She has a US passport and will apply for Thailand tourist Visa in the US. If she travels to Laos after 30 days staying in Thailand, will her tourist visa still valid/active upon returning from Laos or she will get a 30 exempt?

417

views

2

likes

17

all likes

13

replies

0

images

4

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

A US passport holder applying for a tourist visa in the US will have different options upon returning to Thailand after visiting Laos. If she has a single entry visa, she would need to get a 30-day visa exemption upon re-entering Thailand. Alternatively, if she has a multiple entry visa, her visa would still be valid for further stays.

Pelle Eriksson

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Thai Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

Av **********

If she gets a multiple entry

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

thank you

Like

Reply

John ********

30 days exempt

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

thank you. Does she needs to get re-entry permit before going to Laos if single entry? Or she’ll gets a new 30 days exempt?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Pom ********

Reply

John ********

If she only has a single entry visa she will get 30 days exempt retuning from Laos. It’s also possible to get a reentry permit but I don’t think it’s worth it in this case.

What’s the need for the tourist visa if just staying 30 days?

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

she doesn’t want deal with visa while in Thailand.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Pom ********

Reply

Wayne *********

Just arrive each time 30 days don't need the visa

Can extend for 30 days at immigration office in Thailand if wanting more than 30 days

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Wayne ********

will do. How much is cost to extend?

Like

Reply

Iain ******

what paperwork do you need ?

Just passport ?

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I don’t know. Will have to find out at immigration. I’ve heard it can be extended online as well.

Like

Reply

Paul *******

Can not be extended online. Must be done in person.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Paul *******

Reply

Wayne *********

1900baht

Like

Reply

Pom ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Wayne ********

thank you

Like

Reply

Reply to

Pom ********

Reply

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

Will I need to pay a visa fee again when re-entering Thailand after exiting to Laos?

9 comments

7 months ago

Can I get a free 30-day visa upon re-entering Thailand after leaving for Laos?

21 comments

10 months ago

Can I extend my 30-day tourist visa in Thailand after returning from Laos?

6 comments

a year ago

Can a US passport holder enter Thailand multiple times without a visa in late 2024?

9 comments

a year ago

Can I get a new 30-day visa for Thailand by briefly visiting Laos?

26 comments

a year ago

Does leaving Thailand to visit Laos on a tourist visa reset my 30-day stay upon return?

17 comments

a year ago

How many days of visa will I receive if I cross back from Laos into Thailand on a 30-day visa exempt?

7 comments

a year ago

Do I need a specific visa to re-enter Thailand after visiting Cambodia and Laos?

5 comments

a year ago

What are the best visa options for a UK passport holder traveling to Thailand and Laos?

10 comments

a year ago

Can I apply for another Tourist Visa On Arrival after leaving for Vietnam from Thailand?

9 comments

a year ago

Is my Thai visa valid for re-entry after a trip to Laos by motorbike?

5 comments

2 years ago

Should we use visa exemption for our entry into Thailand and then get a 60-day visa for our second entry after visiting Laos?

1 comments

2 years ago

What visa should my US citizen daughter consider for her trip to Thailand and Laos?

9 comments

2 years ago

If I leave Thailand for Laos or Vietnam, will I receive 30 or 45 days upon returning?

29 comments

2 years ago

What happens to my 60-day tourist visa if I leave Thailand and return?

22 comments

2 years ago

Will I receive a 30-day visa exemption stamp upon re-entering Thailand after visiting Laos with a UK passport?

1 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements for a US citizen traveling from Thailand to Laos and returning to Thailand on a tourist visa?

21 comments

3 years ago

Do I need to re-apply for the Thai Pass if I leave Thailand for a weekend trip to Laos?

26 comments

3 years ago

Can I extend my visa exemption in Thailand or do I need to do a border run?

5 comments

5 years ago

Can I Re-enter Thailand with a Single-Entry Visa after Traveling to Laos?

2 comments

5 years ago

Do I Need a New Visa After Visiting Laos with a US Passport?

4 comments

5 years ago

Can I exit to Laos and return to Thailand without violating my visa exemption status?

4 comments

6 years ago

Can a US passport holder obtain a visa on arrival when entering Thailand from Lao?

8 comments

6 years ago

How long can I stay in Thailand after going to Vientiane on a UK passport with a tourist visa exemption?

9 comments

6 years ago

Are US citizens eligible for multiple 30-day Visa Exempt Entries to Thailand by air after obtaining a tourist visa from Laos?

11 comments

7 years ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.