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Can I take an at-home PCR test before flying to Thailand, or must it be done at a clinic?

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Dec 19, 2021

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Is it possible to do an at home pcr test before you fly to Thailand or do you need to be tested at a clinic.   I’m located near leeds.   Thanks.

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It is generally required to have a PCR test certified by a doctor or clinic for travel to Thailand, specifically stating 'RT-PCR'. Some users mentioned that at-home tests with a drop-off at a lab for results are acceptable, provided they meet certification standards. Alternatives like Randox offer both at-home and clinic testing options, with results typically available within 24 hours.

Adam ********

Randox have locations all over the Uk if you’d rather get it done at a clinic not at home, rt pcr test with rests back within in 24 hours £55

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Pauline *******

If by at home you mean self testing kit and then drop off to lab for results then yes. That's how I did it with randox,no mention of where test is done on results just time of test and time of results.

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Pauline *******

that looks like the same as I ordered, I did click and collect, randox have offices and drop-off box 10 minutes drive from my house so very convenient for me.

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@Pauline ******

sorry to jump on. I have ordered this test from randox don’t suppose you know if it’s the right one for me to be able to fly to Thailand from the uk

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@Chris ********************

well that's why you go for a reputable company with a track record of efficiency with tests. They guarantee if test is in drop box before 4pm the results will be back with you next day. Mine were submitted before noon and back that same night.

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@Pauline ******

yes if results are on time ???

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@Chris ********************

it's very manageable, results back within 24 hrs, you just need to calculate the timeframe required. I did test Fri, results back Fri night, flew out Monday morning.

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Chris *********************

Yes but depending on the time you got I think it's better paying the extra to be sure

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@Chris ********************

with randox you order test on line and register, collect the test kit and do yourself then drop it off and wait for results by email.

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@Pauline ******

no go to a clinic get you Rt pcr and you get a certificate if you haven't got it you can't board your flight

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Chris *********************

White hall clinic at leeds expense but quick I come and go to Thailand they are very good

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Stephan ***********

You need a certificate from a doctor or a clinic. And make sure that it clearly states "RT-PCR", not just PCR or something else.

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Scott *******

What are you talking about Lynnette 🤔 My documents and everyone’s documents were checked PRIOR to immigration.

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Lynnette *******

so they never looked at yours so that means NO passenger applying for Thai Pass or arriving will ever get checked?

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Scott *******

Stephan, immigration never even looked at my certificate. All immigration looked at was passport and TLM6. My other paperwork was checked way before immigration.

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Stephan ***********

Okay, but I didn't say it's a "must", no? But it helps a lot if it's clearly stated... especially at the Immigration point... :-)

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Scott *******

This is not correct.

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