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BinSabai May 9, 2022 6:54 am


Originally Posted by SKT-DK (Post 34234105)
They have - not sure about the central fast track (I think it is open though), but the first batch of immigration on the C/B/A side of the airport definitely has the fast track to the right-hand side open (I went through last week). If it has been a while since you last entered, prepare yourself for a much more modern looking immigration experience, as they revamped the whole arrival side of things :)

thanks
fast track on the right hand side?
in the past fast track was on the left side leading to the fast track counters on the far left side of the hall

last time I arrived in February 2022...yes quite a while...had to do my 4. time 90 days reporting in 26 years Thailand ;)

SKT-DK May 9, 2022 7:03 am


Originally Posted by BinSabai (Post 34234181)
thanks
fast track on the right hand side?
in the past fast track was on the left side leading to the fast track counters on the far left side of the hall

last time I arrived in February 2022...yes quite a while...had to do my 4. time 90 days reporting in 26 years Thailand ;)

Yea tell me about it - that 90 day thing… But serious on the revamp thing, we arrived 3 or 4 weeks ago and they just re-opened the refurbished side :)

The left side was the TG specific one you are referring to, right? I did not see that one (admittedly I did not look either), they just saw my J class boarding pass and directed me to the right where there is a small fast track section separated from the rest, which was there before covid too. Not that it was busy but I still got through before the rest of the flight’s J class pax.

manymany May 9, 2022 7:52 am


Originally Posted by ft101 (Post 34234152)
2 + 2 = ?

If he/she arrived last night and posted at just before 9:00am ICT today there's a good chance they spent a night in Bangkok before travelling on to Sakon Nakhon?

Exactly

Always Flyin May 9, 2022 9:32 am


Originally Posted by ft101 (Post 34234152)
2 + 2 = ?

If he/she arrived last night and posted at just before 9:00am ICT today there's a good chance they spent a night in Bangkok before travelling on to Sakon Nakhon?

I didn't realize it was a math question.

Or does your statement perhaps have another meaning?

anc305 May 9, 2022 12:52 pm

I appreciate all the info on this thread. Appears entry is fairly simple and getting back to normal. I do have a question about the 24 hour covid test to get back to the USA . ( I know it is one of the more ignorant policies left , but short of going to Mexico and crossing the border it is still required )

I have 1225 am flight. I presume my test has to be done the calander day before which is in effect the same day ? I will be staying at the Intercontinental in Bangkok. Is there a good testing site that can get one done in a few hours ? Thanks

BinSabai May 9, 2022 8:17 pm


Originally Posted by anc305 (Post 34235267)
I appreciate all the info on this thread. Appears entry is fairly simple and getting back to normal. I do have a question about the 24 hour covid test to get back to the USA . ( I know it is one of the more ignorant policies left , but short of going to Mexico and crossing the border it is still required )

I have 1225 am flight. I presume my test has to be done the calander day before which is in effect the same day ? I will be staying at the Intercontinental in Bangkok. Is there a good testing site that can get one done in a few hours ? Thanks

this one is quite close to the Intercontinental (at BTS Nana station)
Renewme skin clinic Bangkok branch (pibu75.com)
or you go earlier to the airport and do a 3 hours PCR there

Diplomatico May 9, 2022 8:21 pm


Originally Posted by estnet (Post 34228788)
Yes lots of "reports" about having to mention covid, however, the application now asks you to check a box that your insurance covers covid. I doubt very much that anyone actually reads this given how fast some are approved. In my case I submitted a certificate page that mentioned the word covid nowhere, nor did it state a dollar amount (in text it said unlimited). My insurancd does cover covid and is much more than 10k coverage but the "magic words" were not on the page. Approved!
IMO things changed once they added the check box that you certify that it covers covid

This worked for me as well. Applied using existing travel insurance (annual plan) that did not specifically say "COVID" on the summary page.

Approved in about 12 hours.

ft101 May 10, 2022 5:52 am


Originally Posted by Always Flyin (Post 34234625)
I didn't realize it was a math question.

You didn't realise it was an obvious answer either.


Originally Posted by Always Flyin (Post 34234625)
Or does your statement perhaps have another meaning?


Originally Posted by manymany (Post 34234327)
Exactly


anc305 May 10, 2022 8:47 am


Originally Posted by BinSabai (Post 34236356)
this one is quite close to the Intercontinental (at BTS Nana station)
Renewme skin clinic Bangkok branch (pibu75.com)
or you go earlier to the airport and do a 3 hours PCR there

Thanks. Looks like it is easy to get to and quick.

estnet May 10, 2022 1:48 pm


Originally Posted by anc305 (Post 34237515)
Thanks. Looks like it is easy to get to and quick.

Well except that there are 2 testing sites at the airport that cost much less (550 or 250) and are open 24 hours - so go to check in an hour or so early (although the test take less time) One at door 1 and one at door 7/8 ground floor.
https://thaiest.com/blog/covid-test-...mi-airport-bkk

anc305 May 10, 2022 2:34 pm


Originally Posted by estnet (Post 34238494)
Well except that there are 2 testing sites at the airport that cost much less (550 or 250) and are open 24 hours - so go to check in an hour or so early (although the test take less time) One at door 1 and one at door 7/8 ground floor.
https://thaiest.com/blog/covid-test-...mi-airport-bkk

This looks good also. I may use it if I don't get it earlier and will just add some time at the airport.

What happens if you test positive? Will they alert the authorities and send you to hospital? Any difference when testing positive at either location ( such as better hospital assignment ) ? I know things change but would appreciate any current data. Thanks.

BinSabai May 10, 2022 7:57 pm


Originally Posted by estnet (Post 34238494)
Well except that there are 2 testing sites at the airport that cost much less (550 or 250) and are open 24 hours - so go to check in an hour or so early (although the test take less time) One at door 1 and one at door 7/8 ground floor.
https://thaiest.com/blog/covid-test-...mi-airport-bkk

I mentioned airport testing site as well, but some want to get tested before they go to the airport...
But I do not think that he can get a PCR test done with result in less than one hour

estnet May 10, 2022 7:59 pm


Originally Posted by BinSabai (Post 34239377)
I mentioned airport testing site as well, but some want to get tested before they go to the airport...
But I do not think that he can get a PCR test done with result in less than one hour

Right, but s/he mentioned test for the US which is antigen not PCR.

BinSabai May 10, 2022 8:02 pm


Originally Posted by estnet (Post 34239378)
Right, but s/he mentioned test for the US which is antigen not PCR.

he did not specify ATK or PCR....

anc305 May 10, 2022 9:01 pm

Sorry I did not specify ATK or PCR. I will get an ATK. Both the in town and airport options look good. I will probably spend the extra for the in town and get it over with in the A.M. before I go to the airport late in the evening. But I would like to know the protocol if you test positive? I have several co-workers / friends that are contemplating a trip to Thailand. They want me to check it out the lay of the land before they book. I know things may change in Thailand, but it appears the COVID test to return to the USA may last a while. Thanks


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