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Originally Posted by BinSabai
(Post 34344040)
....and I am arriving in BKK on 30. June...:D
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Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34344400)
Oof! I lucked out, arriving July 2.
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Originally Posted by lcheval
(Post 34343607)
I'm asking myself the same question. As the downloaded insurance certificate from my credit card mentionned specifically my name, dates of travel, visited country, mention the inclusino of Covid risk and the max medical expenses covered, my guess is that it effectively meets all the requirements. However as I always only read or hear about the dedicated covid insurances the people subscribed to travel, a part of my mind remains a bit doubtful.
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Originally Posted by estnet
(Post 34344973)
but if you are arriving on/after July 1 you don't have to worry about it.
What have been experiences of others the last time there were major changes? Were airlines aware of the changes? I have a flight that arrives Jul 1 into BKK but, of course, departs 24+ hours earlier. Debating whether to just get the Pass (and insurance) to circumvent problems. |
Originally Posted by tide
(Post 34346127)
Perhaps it's too early now since the discontinuation of Thailand Pass has likely not been gazetted yet, but at this moment, both Timatic and Thailand Pass have not been updated with these changes.
What have been experiences of others the last time there were major changes? Were airlines aware of the changes? I have a flight that arrives Jul 1 into BKK but, of course, departs 24+ hours earlier. Debating whether to just get the Pass (and insurance) to circumvent problems. I would suggest carrying a print-out of the official announcement when it comes though, just in case |
Originally Posted by BRITINJAPAN4
(Post 34343293)
Does anyone know a good place that can issue PCR test and result suitable for Japan, in a few hours, in Bangkok or Hua Hin ?
I think they may offer a faster turnaround for a more expensive price. I believe I paid around 3900 baht for mine. |
Originally Posted by ft101
(Post 34343600)
Thailand Pass and insurance requirements to disappear from July 1st, subject to cabinet approval and publication in the gazette.
Originally Posted by SKT-DK
(Post 34346517)
It is not confirmed until the Garuda sings - so TIMATIC or other instructions will not be updated until it has been ratified by the Royal Gazette. I arrived on the day of the last set of changes and everything was smooth, so I would not worry about it.
I would suggest carrying a print-out of the official announcement when it comes though, just in case |
I entered last night and the only items anyone checked were the Thailand pass, TM6 card, and my passport. No one asked to see vax card, insurance, onward flight, nothing else.
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Originally Posted by travelinmanS
(Post 34347813)
Got one done at Renewme Skin clinic at the Sukhumvit Hyatt Regency. They had a 6 hour turnaround time and although I did it for Korea, there were Japanese passport holders there getting their tests done as well.
I think they may offer a faster turnaround for a more expensive price. I believe I paid around 3900 baht for mine. |
Originally Posted by goodeats21
(Post 34349305)
Anyone hearing anything about timing for making official? More curious then concerned, with recent reports of Thai Pass being issued so quickly...
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Couldn't seem to find this on the gov site, what constitutes proof of vaccination for US? I have a print out from my county's Health Department, as well a document listing the dates of each vax from CVS, and of course the cardboard hand written card.
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Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34355556)
Couldn't seem to find this on the gov site, what constitutes proof of vaccination for US? I have a print out from my county's Health Department, as well a document listing the dates of each vax from CVS, and of course the cardboard hand written card.
Wouldn't hurt to have copies of the others, but the CDC card should be fine. |
Originally Posted by ft101
(Post 34351430)
Cabinet meeting this week which is expected to rubber stamp CCSA proposals, then wait on it appearing in the gazette. This can be anytime right up to the last minute.
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Originally Posted by seigex
(Post 34356400)
Given this, would it still be prudent to apply for a thaipass for a July 2nd arrival? Or are they coming fast enough that if for some reason it doesn't happen, I can get one on the first?
Announcement Wednesday, May 25, 2022 Entry Measures for Thai and Foreign Nationals (From 1 July 2022) - Thailand Pass not required - Certificate of vaccination or an RT-PCR / Professional ATK COVID-19 test result issued within 72 hours before departure - Medical insurance not required - Airlines will check your documents |
Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34356447)
I arrive July 2 as well and am not doing Thailand Pass. On the Thailand Pass website itself, the popup states:
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I will arrive on July 2nd too and hope IATA web site would be updated with the new rule by then. I just checked IATA travel centre which still states:
Passengers entering or transiting through Thailand must have insurance to cover COVID-19 expenses (minimum coverage of USD 10,000). |
Originally Posted by tomwhom
(Post 34357134)
I will arrive on July 2nd too and hope IATA web site would be updated with the new rule by then. I just checked IATA travel centre which still states:
Passengers entering or transiting through Thailand must have insurance to cover COVID-19 expenses (minimum coverage of USD 10,000). |
Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34357396)
I don't claim to know anything about IATA, but I would think the Thai Ministry's own website stating it's no longer necessary would overrule any straggling info on other websites.
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Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34357396)
I don't claim to know anything about IATA, but I would think the Thai Ministry's own website stating it's no longer necessary would overrule any straggling info on other websites.
Originally Posted by tomwhom
(Post 34357411)
I hope this is the case. However most airlines would use IATA's info rather than Thai Ministry's website, right?
They rely on Timatic by IATA. Trying to argue it has been changed and Timatic is behind is going to get you nowhere. The good news is that Timatic is usually right up to date. |
Originally Posted by Always Flyin
(Post 34357665)
The airlines are not going to peruse every government web site for the latest info.
They rely on Timatic by IATA. Trying to argue it has been changed and Timatic is behind is going to get you nowhere. The good news is that Timatic is usually right up to date. |
Originally Posted by Always Flyin
(Post 34357665)
The airlines are not going to peruse every government web site for the latest info.
They rely on Timatic by IATA. Trying to argue it has been changed and Timatic is behind is going to get you nowhere. The good news is that Timatic is usually right up to date. Edit: Googling "Thailand Entry Timatic" doesn't provide any information about Thailand entry requirements. Googling "Thailand Entry IATA" brings me to a page with a map that says "This COVID-19 map is updated regularly and due to the ever-changing nature of the regulations, we strongly advise that you check with your airline before you travel". Does someone have a link they can provide so I can keep up to date with this info? I'm aware complaining doesn't solve anything, but it doesn't seem right to enforce rules that are literally not searchable when the country's government websites are saying something else. |
Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34358961)
I stand corrected. That said, it seems like an insane process to expect people to know what's going on when there is different information everywhere. If I google "Thailand entry requirements" and follow the links the US Embassy provides, it will lead me to the Thai Embassy website where it states its no longer needed. I'm no expert like many people here, but I consider myself pretty well versed in this space and I'd never even heard of the IATA until this thread. If it's confusing to people seeking out info on FT, it's got to be nearly impossible for the average person to know what the hell is going on.
Edit: Googling "Thailand Entry Timatic" doesn't provide any information about Thailand entry requirements. Googling "Thailand Entry IATA" brings me to a page with a map that says "This COVID-19 map is updated regularly and due to the ever-changing nature of the regulations, we strongly advise that you check with your airline before you travel". Does someone have a link they can provide so I can keep up to date with this info? I'm aware complaining doesn't solve anything, but it doesn't seem right to enforce rules that are literally not searchable when the country's government websites are saying something else. You'll get this after putting your info in: Warning: Passengers must have a Thailand Pass QR code obtained at https://tp.consular.go.th Passengers must have: - a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated with AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria), Covaxin, Covishield, Janssen, Medigen (MVC-COV1901), Moderna (Spikevax), Nuvaxovid (Novavax), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik V or Turkovac at least 14 days before departure; or - a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they received one dose of AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria), Covaxin, Covishield, Janssen, Medigen (MVC-COV1901), Moderna (Spikevax), Nuvaxovid (Novavax), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik V or Turkovac, and a COVID-19 recovery certificate; or - a negative COVID-19 antigen or RT-PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure. Passengers entering or transiting through Thailand must have insurance to cover COVID-19 expenses (minimum coverage of USD 10,000). |
Originally Posted by rariya
(Post 34358961)
I stand corrected. That said, it seems like an insane process to expect people to know what's going on when there is different information everywhere. If I google "Thailand entry requirements" and follow the links the US Embassy provides, it will lead me to the Thai Embassy website where it states its no longer needed. I'm no expert like many people here, but I consider myself pretty well versed in this space and I'd never even heard of the IATA until this thread. If it's confusing to people seeking out info on FT, it's got to be nearly impossible for the average person to know what the hell is going on.
Edit: Googling "Thailand Entry Timatic" doesn't provide any information about Thailand entry requirements. Googling "Thailand Entry IATA" brings me to a page with a map that says "This COVID-19 map is updated regularly and due to the ever-changing nature of the regulations, we strongly advise that you check with your airline before you travel". Does someone have a link they can provide so I can keep up to date with this info? I'm aware complaining doesn't solve anything, but it doesn't seem right to enforce rules that are literally not searchable when the country's government websites are saying something else. For the Thai consulate in Los Angeles, it says at present: https://thaiconsulatela.thaiembassy....us-to-thailand So up to date and indicates how it will change come 1st July. [But I agree that it is all a quagmire] |
To make sure I won't argue with check in agent before my June 30 late night flight, I just applied Thai pass and got instant approval email with TP QR code 20 minutes ago right after hitting final button.
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Originally Posted by tomwhom
(Post 34360502)
To make sure I won't argue with check in agent before my June 30 late night flight, I just applied Thai pass and got instant approval email with TP QR code 20 minutes ago right after hitting final button.
I have a 29. June flight I needed less than 5 minutes to fill in all info and upload documents (you do not need to upload a document for each single vaccine dose, just for last one will do) and got the QR code after 57 minutes... |
Originally Posted by tomwhom
(Post 34360502)
To make sure I won't argue with check in agent before my June 30 late night flight, I just applied Thai pass and got instant approval email with TP QR code 20 minutes ago right after hitting final button.
Originally Posted by BinSabai
(Post 34360911)
wise decision...
I have a 29. June flight I needed less than 5 minutes to fill in all info and upload documents (you do not need to upload a document for each single vaccine dose, just for last one will do) and got the QR code after 57 minutes... |
Originally Posted by seigex
(Post 34361855)
I think this is the safe way to go. Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
https://www.kingstahlmanbail.com/ (Top middle of the page.) |
Originally Posted by Diplomatico
(Post 34363372)
Isn't that King Stahlman's commercial jingle? :D
https://www.kingstahlmanbail.com/ (Top middle of the page.) that reminds me of this though: |
As of 10:00 pm local time last night, masks are officially no longer required in public areas in Thailand. (It's been published in the Royal Gazette.)
https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/2...gazette-order/ |
Originally Posted by Diplomatico
(Post 34363878)
As of 10:00 pm local time last night, masks are officially no longer required in public areas in Thailand. (It's been published in the Royal Gazette.)
https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/2...gazette-order/ |
Except for the BTS Skytrain!
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Originally Posted by Diplomatico
(Post 34363878)
As of 10:00 pm local time last night, masks are officially no longer required in public areas in Thailand. (It's been published in the Royal Gazette.)
https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/2...gazette-order/ What about inside BKk? |
Originally Posted by travelinterpreters
(Post 34365057)
Is this only for outdoor public areas?
What about inside BKk? |
Originally Posted by Always Flyin
(Post 34365497)
All areas, indoor and out, including in Bangkok.
expect that some others will also insist on masks like hospitals, public transportation, maybe some supermarkets etc..... |
Originally Posted by BinSabai
(Post 34365661)
except the skytrain...
expect that some others will also insist on masks like hospitals, public transportation, maybe some supermarkets etc..... It is expected that schools and medical facilities will retain the ban as well. We'll have to see how this plays out in the next few days. |
Originally Posted by seigex
(Post 34359018)
Warning: Passengers must have: - a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated with AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria), Covaxin, Covishield, Janssen, Medigen (MVC-COV1901), Moderna (Spikevax), Nuvaxovid (Novavax), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik V or Turkovac at least 14 days before departure; or - a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they received one dose of AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria), Covaxin, Covishield, Janssen, Medigen (MVC-COV1901), Moderna (Spikevax), Nuvaxovid (Novavax), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik V or Turkovac, and a COVID-19 recovery certificate; or - a negative COVID-19 antigen or RT-PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure. Type: Ok Visa The following should be taken into account even if holding a Visa:Visa exempt visitors older than 12 years must hold sufficient funds to cover their stay (at least THB 20,000.- per person or THB 40,000.- per family). Proof of funds includes Letters of Credit, vouchers, Miscellaneous Charges Orders (MCO) or well-known credit cards, which are honored in Thailand.Extension of stay is possible for visa exempt passengers. Warning:Visa exempt nationals must have passports and passport replacing documents with at least half an unused visa page for entry/departure endorsements by the Thai Immigration Service.Purchase Visa Online Type: Ok HealthThis information is for guide purposes only. Other health organisations may recommend alternative precautions. Exempt from Yellow Fever vaccination:Passengers transiting countries with risk of yellow fever transmission if not disembarking the plane during transit.Recommended:RecommendationMalaria prophylaxis: malaria risk exists throughout the year in rural, especially forested and hilly areas of the country mainly towards the international borders, including the southernmost provinces. There is no risk in cities (e.g. Bangkok, Chiang Mai city, Pattaya), urban areas, Samui island and the main tourist resorts of Phuket island. However, there is a risk in some other areas and islands. P. falciparum resistant to mefloquine and to quinine reported from areas near the borders with Cambodia and Myanmar. Artemisinin resistance reported near the border with Myanmar. P. vivax resistance to chloroquine reported. Human P. knowlesi infection reported. Recommended prevention in risk areas: A; in areas near Cambodia and Myanmar borders: C. The WHO recommended type of prevention is referred to as: - Type A (very limited risk of malaria transmission) - Mosquito bite prevention only. - Type B (risk of non-falciparum malaria) - Mosquito-bite prevention plus chloroquine or doxycycline or atovaquone-proguanil or mefloquine chemoprophylaxis. - Type C (risk of P. falciparum malaria) - Mosquito-bite prevention plus atovaquone-proguanil or doxycycline or mefloquine chemoprophylaxis. Chemoprophylaxis should be started preferably one week before departure and no later than the first day of exposure; it must be taken with unfailing regularity and continued for 4 weeks after the last exposure. No prophylactic regimen is 100% protective against infection, but even if it fails to prevent the disease it may, nevertheless, render the infection milder and less life threatening. |
Great info, glad I waited to get my Thailand pass!
EDIT; also comfirmed for july 2nd, doesn't snow any requirements for thpass or insurance |
Originally Posted by seigex
(Post 34366430)
Great info, glad I waited to get my Thailand pass!
EDIT; also comfirmed for july 2nd, doesn't snow any requirements for thpass or insurance I could not care less, as it took me just 5 minutes to fill out and upload infos and docus and after 57 minutes, I got the QR code... |
Originally Posted by BinSabai
(Post 34367498)
I will arrive on 30. June, the last day of Thailand Pass mandate...
I could not care less, as it took me just 5 minutes to fill out and upload infos and docus and after 57 minutes, I got the QR code... |
Originally Posted by seigex
(Post 34368318)
I don't care about the Thai pass, I just don't want to buy the insurance :)
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