Crossing Into Myanamar At Tachilek - How Long Can I Stay

[wheresdavid]

I have a question. When crossing into Burma at Tachilek does anyone know how long I can stay in Burma and what the travel limitations are?

Has anyone done this recently?

Cheers,

David

[roskruge]

I crossed about 2 years ago, I can tell you what the rule was then. I was given three options 1 Get passport stamped and leave for Mae Sai before border closes. Option 2. could stay 3 days in Tachilek town only. Option 3 could go up China border visiting 3 or 4 towns en-route. must not deviate from direct route return to Tachilek within 10 days. I took option 2 spending my time looking through the great range of China copy DVD's and free meals at the casino. All three options visa given at border 500B but option 2 & 3 further charge. If you want to go to Rangoon or Mandalay you must fly in and out of the country.

[wheresdavid]

I crossed about 2 years ago, I can tell you what the rule was then. I was given three options 1 Get passport stamped and leave for Mae Sai before border closes. Option 2. could stay 3 days in Tachilek town only. All three options visa given at border 500B but option 2 & 3 further charge. If you want to go to Rangoon or Mandalay you must fly in and out of the country.

Thanks, I had "heard" about options 2 & 3 (but not from someone who as actually done it) and I am interested in option 3. Has anyone done this?