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Can I buy health insurance for Thailand from Singapore for my visa application?
Thai visa applicationGuardian visaStudent visaHealth insurance requirementsInsurance for ThailandThai Embassy in SingaporeExpat adviceVisa process
Jul 26, 2022
4 years ago
Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTERHello there. I’m in the process of putting in an application for a guardian and student visa for myself and my son with the Thai Embassy based in Singapore. One of the requirements is a proof of heath insurance for the duration of our stay in BKK. By that I assume a one year insurance renewable every year along with the visa. I’m currently in Singapore… can I buy an insurance for Thailand outside of Thailand? I don’t need a massive package just a package that fulfills minimal requirements of USD100k. Who can I speak to with regards to this? Any recommendations? Thank you.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is in the process of obtaining a guardian and student visa for themselves and their son from the Thai Embassy in Singapore and needs proof of health insurance for their stay in Bangkok. They inquire if it's possible to purchase health insurance for Thailand while still in Singapore and seek recommendations for providers that meet the minimum requirement of USD 100,000 coverage. Comments suggest that insurance can indeed be purchased outside of Thailand and recommend checking specific requirements with the embassy, as some embassies may have differing rules regarding health insurance.
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Catherine ***************
@Ad***
can I ask if you needed to make an appointment at the embassy to do everything you’re doing?Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTER@Catherine **************
the thai embassy here in Singapore is pretty helpful…Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTERThey only take calls in the afternoon between 2-5. You can ask questions. You just have to fill in the forms online to apply. Trust me you would have questions.. 😂
Catherine ***************
@Ad***
yes I’m finding that to be true!Reply to
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Catherine ***************
@Ad***
great thanks! I have called a few times but I’m sure online is better.Reply to
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Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTER@Catherine **************
you need to fill in visa application form which is available on the thai embassy website and submit a bunch of documents. Once they have reviewed it they will let you know what next steps. If all documents are on order they will ask you to see you with the originals. I uploaded my docos last Saturday,saw them today and will get my visa next Wednesday. It’s pretty straightforward. Where are you based?Stuart *********
@Catherine **************
the Thai embassy in Singapore is by appointment only.Catherine ***************
@Stu***
good to know! I am trying to look now on their website. Do you have the link by chance?Stuart *********
@Catherine **************
I believe you start the process here. *********************************
Catherine ***************
@Stu***
is it possible to send you a PM? I have a few questions that I am not sure what or how to answer filling out this form. Stuart *********
Catherine ***************
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thank you 🙏Catherine ***************
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thank you!Reply to
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Michael ********
@Stuart ********
Singapore interpret insurance stupidly they didnt want to give me my COE without 1 years insurance even though had only 5 weeks left on my visa.The Dragon lady and there is no telling her even you show her the rules.
Stuart *********
It might be worth checking with the embassy as their list of requirements may not have been updated. As an example the evisa system used by many embassies world wide still asks for insurance but the London embassy specifically has a notice on its website stating it is no longer needed.
Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTER@Stuart ********
Been trying to call them but no reply and not surprising.Reply to
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Gordon ********
You usually need to buy your Thai insurance before you enter the country, so now would be a good time. Try Mr Prakan, I’ve heard good things.
Stuart *********
That must be embassy specific as there is no requirement for insurance for entry with those visa types. Lots of agents on here. I’m sure you’ll get a flood of offers in your PM box. Absolutely nothing stopping you getting insurance for Thailand outside of Thailand.
Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTERStuart - so you know I just spoke with the Thai embassy in Singapore. They have confirmed that they have dropped the visa requirements - would have been good if they would all amend this on their website...LOL. Anyhow thought I should just share this info with you since you had been is helpful and can pass this on. Cheers!!
Stuart *********
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Good to know. Thank you for sharing.Reply to
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Adrey *****
ORIGINAL POSTER@Stuart ********
Thanks Stuart. You are right...I think its embassy specific, which is odd. The insurance agencies only states visa for OX and OA but not Ed and O visa which myself and my son is on. But on the Singapore embassy website they are asking that we submit proof of insurance, so I'm assuming we need to buy one. It is odd that there is no one common understanding.Reply to
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