Do Thai citizens need a negative PCR test to return to Thailand?

Feb 17, 2021
4 years ago
Thoram *******
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For Thai Citizen back to Thailand they should arrive with negative PCR test les than 72 hours or up to 72 hours ?
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Thai nationals do not require a negative PCR test to enter Thailand, although some airlines may have their own policies requiring proof of a negative test before boarding. It's advisable for travelers to check with their airline and the nearest Thai embassy for the latest regulations.
Alex ********
Don't they both mean the same thing?!?
Paul ********
@Alex *******
they certainly do 😂
Steve *********
My partner did it in December and no PCR needed for Thais before departure for entry to Thailand (though some airlines might require it). COE and F2F still required.
Mike *******
Thai nationals can leave UK on repatriation flight using Thai Airways( I believe leaves London every sunday) without covid test.

If using Etihad they require all people boarding flights to have negative pcr test. Not sure about other airlines.

This is why I believe UK nationals are worried about using Thai Airways as could be sharing plane with Thai nationals who currently have Covid
Dave ***********
Double check with your nearest Thai embassy for updated info but Thai govt do not require COVID test for Thai nationals returning.
Tod *********
I could be wrong BUT I don't think thaiz have to covid test before they fly into the country :/
Bim *******
@Tod ********
yes our Thai friend came last month from the UK and needed the PCR test done in the UK
Ray *****
@Bim ******
needed by who? The airline? I have read Etihad have made passengers test. However as stated above it is not a requirement of the Thai government for citizens to have a test before returning
Bim *******
@Ray ****
Thai citizens normally fly Thai airways on repatriation flights as did our friend and yes it was required when she entered the country.
Dave ***********
Fit to fly required to enter country but negative COVID test not required for Thai nationals to enter. Know about a dozen Thais returned on different airlines although mainly Thai airways, and not one has been asked to produce a COVID test.
Dick **********
@Tod ********
I agree,
Ryan ********
Depends on the airline they’re flying with if they require it or not. Thailand doesn’t require Thai nationals to have a covid test to come home.
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