Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar)

About Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar) Border Crossing

The Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar) is a land border crossing between Thailand and Myanmar, located in Southeast Asia. This crossing point connects Mae Sot with Myawaddy and is popular with Day Trippers, Aid Workers, Traders.

Wait Time Expectations

Average crossing time at Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar) ranges from 45 to 120 minutes under normal conditions. However, wait times can vary significantly based on time of day, day of week, and season.

Best Time to Cross

To minimize your wait time at Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar), consider crossing during these optimal times: 06:00-07:00, 13:00-15:00. Avoid peak hours which are typically 08:00-10:00 and 16:00-18:00.

Crossing Tips

• Myanmar visa required in advance for most nationalities
• Limited travel permissions into Myanmar
• Day trips to Myawaddy possible
• Currency exchange available

Available Facilities

At the Mae Sot-Myawaddy Border (Thailand-Myanmar) border crossing, you'll find: Currency Exchange, Small Shops, Restrooms.

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