Flying to/from Thailand (Covid Era)

[Ginjaninja]

Submitted for a Thai pass around 9:50 this morning.
Received approval 15:20.

[Dannie Boy]

Submitted for a Thai pass around 9:50 this morning.
Received approval 15:20.

They’re desperate to get as many people into the country as possible!!

[buksida]

Updated entry requirements as of June 1:

Thailand Pass
An insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000.
A Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination

https://www.tatnews.org/2022/05/thailan ... uirements/

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[Ginjaninja]

I'm due to travel to the U.S. next week and I see there is a requirement for a PCR taken within 24hrs of travel.

Does anyone know if it's possible to get the rapid PCR in Hua Hin?


GN.

[Big Boy]

I'm not sure how rapid you mean, but I think BeWell (Banyan Golf) would be your best bet - I think they offer same day if you're there before a certain time.

[Ginjaninja]

Thanks B.B. The Mrs. did mention Banyan this morning... was wondering if anyone had any experience with them.

My flight will likely be in the evening so a P.C.R. test on the same day would be required.

[HHTel]

My daughter flew to the US a few weeks ago.
San Paolo does it with around a 1 hour wait. Cost around 500 baht.

She's used them twice this year with no problems.

[Ginjaninja]

San Paolo does it with around a 1 hour wait. Cost around 500 baht.

Thanks HHtel, Mrs. GN. just called San Paolo and they advised a 24hr turn-around. Possibly just the operator not knowing ar*e from elbow but BeWell looking the best option so far and close to us in Takiab. A quick call confirmed they are still operating a same-day service although I could be on the bus to BKK by the time I receive the results....

[HHTel]

It's not a full PCR test that's required. Just a 'Rapid' test. Your wife was probably being quoted for a full PCR test.

I should expand on that. A Rapid Antigen Test is acceptable which is different to a PCR test, which of course is also acceptable but more expensive.

[Big Boy]

Thanks B.B. The Mrs. did mention Banyan this morning... was wondering if anyone had any experience with them.

My flight will likely be in the evening so a P.C.R. test on the same day would be required.

Mr & Mrs BB jnr used them when they had Covid. They said they were very good.

[HHTel]

Let's not get confused.

You must be tested with a viral test that could be either an antigen test

It doesn't have to be a PCR test.

https://vn.usembassy.gov/testing-requir ... r-the-u-s/

[Big Boy]

https://bewell.co.th/covid-19-testing/

[HHTel]

Covid-19 Antigen Rapid Test
What does this test detect? This is a qualitative test for the detection of SARS CoV-2 Antigens. It will tell you whether you have an active virus infection.

Many domestic and international destinations and airlines now accept this antigen test but please check carefully right before you depart since regulations tend to change.

How is the test done? Nasal Swab

Turnaround Time: Results are back within 45 minutes + you will receive a medical certificate.

Yep. That's the one.

[Ginjaninja]

Let's not get confused.

I'm permanently confused these days when it comes to travelling and I am a frequent flier.

Mind you, I'm a thick Highlander with a fondness for Friesian

[HHTel]

I think we confuse ourselves and each other. But back to the test for the US. The US site clearly states that an antigen test is accepted. This has been the case since last year. My daughter has used this approach twice this year and her partner once at the end of last year when returning to the US.

Everyone automatically thinks "PCR TEST" which does take longer and is much more expensive but in this case it's only the 'cheapy' that's required.