Laos consulate improved?

[dlfisher]

Just a quick check to confirm what I seem to hear or get it blown away. Since Laos is a quicker trip than Malaysia, train wise, just curious if it is a coin toss or okay if you have the letter and company registration with you.

Thanks

David

[lopburi3]

I have not read anything good about Vientiane but have no real knowledge.  My take is that authorities want non-immigrants visa holders to use Penang as a first choice as this facility is set up for it as it's primary function.  But that, again, is just my feeling.

[george]

The Vientiane consulate can be a disaster, but with proper paperwork you will get a Single entry NON-B, no double or multiple entries.

[dlfisher]

Thanks for in the input. Looks like Penang is the place then. Do you know how close the train gets you to Malaysia? I'm guessing it is a bus/van ride from there to Penang. Eh, maybe I should just make a 'best way to Penang' post.

Thanks again