Can a Belgian passport holder extend a visa exemption in Thailand, and what are the requirements for COVID-19 before traveling?

Jan 7, 2023
2 years ago
Raf *****
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I am a Belgian passport holder.

Is it possible to arrive on a visa exemption (45 days)

and extend (30 days extra) at a Thai immigration office?

Do I need a negative PCR test before before boarding?

Do I need a covid covering travel insurance?

Thanks in advance.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A Belgian passport holder arriving in Thailand can enter on a visa exemption for 45 days, which can be extended for an additional 30 days at a local immigration office, as long as the arrival is by March 31st. Post April 1, only a 30-day visa exemption is granted. Currently, proof of vaccinations and possible medical insurance for COVID-19 may be required, especially if traveling to or returning from countries that require a negative PCR test.
Robert ************
Based on news media reports (though not "Official" yet), Thailand is expected (possibly beginning tomorrow), to reimpose some Covid-related restrictions: i. Proof of 2 Covid Vaccinations; and ii. Some kind of Covid-related Medical Insurance IF you will be returning to or traveling onwards to a country requiring a negative PCR Test. Details forthcoming, when new Policy/Rule Officially published in Royal Thai Govt. Gazette.
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Wilhelmina ********
So far, the best question post of the same topic. Bravo!
Brandon ************
As long as you arrive by March 31st, you'll be stamped in for 45 days which you can extend for 30 days at your local immigration office.

If you arrive April 1 or after, you'll only receive 30 days visa exempt.
Raf *****
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@Brandon ***********
any idea if I need PCR test before arrival and a covid covering health insurance again? Some people on Facebook says it's mandatory again starting 9 january?
Brandon ************
@Raf ****
there hasn't even been any mention of PCR so I don't know who you're listening to
Raf *****
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@Brandon ***********
do you know if a covid covering insurance is needed?
Raf *****
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@Brandon ***********
i read that in some group. I'm in so many groups, I have to search it back.
Brandon ************
@Raf ****
just follow Richard Barrow and read his post from 15 minutes ago. He has the most up to date information
Raf *****
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@Raf ****
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Jon *****
@Jay ********
Already scrapped !
เจสัน ******
@Jon ****
Already aware, thank you.
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