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Can I enter Thailand with a PCR test that is not RT-PCR?

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Nov 16, 2021

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Tanya **********

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Hello! Would I be able to fly into Thailand with a PCR test, not RT-PCR? Anyone was able to get in with just a PCR?

Thank you for your time and advice :)

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The consensus among commenters is that you need an RT-PCR test to enter Thailand, as the certificate specifically needs to state RT-PCR. While some travelers have reported getting through with a standard PCR test, it seems risky and not guaranteed.

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Some have gotten through, others haven’t. Pretty substantial risk.

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Tanya **********

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Thanks for sharing!

The thing is that in Washington state PCR is free, but RT-PCR is $250 🙈

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most pcr tests are rtpcr but need to contact them to make see if the results specify it.

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Wannikea *********

Certificate needs to say RT-PCR, ask to see a sample test result certificate.

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Kev **********

Must be rtpcr

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