Do I need to use hotel transfer for the Test & Go program in Phuket, or can I use Grab or another cab service?

Test & Go Phuket Airport transfer SHA+ transfer Thailand visa Expats in Thailand

Dec 2, 2021

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi, Question, for the test & go in Phuket ?

Must i use the airport transfer from the hotel? Or Can i use grab or 3rd party cab ? There is a huge price different.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

For the Test & Go program in Phuket, it is not mandatory to use a hotel transfer; however, the transfer must be a certified SHA+ service. While some users reported using hotel transfers for their convenience and to receive necessary documentation, alternatives like Grab or third-party cabs could work as long as they meet the SHA+ requirements.

Paul ********

Hotel only

3 years ago

Paul ********

Mark Patrick Dowds dilligaf ffs

3 years ago

Jim **********

@Paul *******

Kevin bloody Wilson

3 years ago

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Jim **********

Ray ******

I used the Hotel Transfer, its not the cheapest but they give you a letter which states a serial number of the Transfer registration. I go to Kamala, private car normally costs between 700-1000, Hotel charged me 820 with the letter.

3 years ago

Chan *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Letter ? does this letter a requirement when exiting the airport ?

3 years ago

Ray ******

@Chan ************

I've seen in other posts that people have been asked to show immigration proof that they have a approved (sha+) transfer. I just don't want the hassle.

3 years ago

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Ray ******

Stuart *********

It doesn’t have to be a hotel transfer but it must be a SHA+ transfer. You may or may not be able to find one at the airport if you haven’t booked via the hotel.

3 years ago

Chan *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks man. The hotel is charging 1500 because it is a Van. whereas i saw from phuketshuttle, a normal car cost 750. both SHA+. So i was wondering whether it is necessary to have everything booked with the hotel.

3 years ago

James ********

@Chan ************

be careful. Just book the hotel transfer. You are paying thousands of $$$ coming to Thailand. Why quibble over it. Have peace of mind knowing the hotel will be there to meet you on arrival.

Enjoy your trip.

3 years ago

Chan *************

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@James *******

thanks for the advice !

3 years ago

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Chan *************

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