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Do Thai nationals need a COVID test when returning to Thailand from the UK?
Is it correct that Thai nationals don’t need a COVID test for returning to Thailand from the UK.
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Thai nationals returning to Thailand from the UK generally do not need a COVID-19 test. However, it is crucial to check with the airline as they may have specific requirements. While the Thai government has stated that no test is required for entry, there may be exceptions based on recent updates or if the traveler is transiting through other countries. A Certificate of Entry (COE) and a fit-to-fly certificate are still mandatory.
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Jonathan *******
Thai Nationals don't need Covid test if they flying with Thai Airways, other airlines it's different, if fly with Thai Airways the SQ is free, for the present,COE is still required....as is a fit to fly certificate 72 hours valid to flight. This is what my fiance had.
Alan *********
@Jonathan ******
72 hours before fight certificate is the Covid test .Jonathan *******
@Alan ********
it's the same period fit to fly and covid test if you need Covid test...Alan *********
@Jonathan ******
I was on the 3 repatriation flight, I could have chose 1st or 2nd but opted for the 3rd so as to have more chance of getting a seat.Jonathan *******
@Alan ********
exactly as I'm doing...though my own personal experience..looks like you got back right time, god knows when I'm going be able come out there again..Alan *********
@Jonathan ******
August to January things may well have changed I cant comment, I only can talk of my own personal experience in August mate.Jonathan *******
@Alan ********
yes if your not a Thai National...if your Thai national you don't need a covid test, just fit to fly, I can't comment for what the Thai Nationals you spoke too, but clearly they didn't read the Thai Airways and embassy websites, my fiancé flew out on 27th January, without covid test and staying state quarentine hotel...for free...!Alan *********
@Jonathan ******
it states you need fit to fly certificate and a negative Covid test within 72 hours . The two go together and I was on a Thai Airways flight in August the Thais I spoke with on board and in the ASQ hotel all had to have to Covid test.
Ahkim ********
No wonder it's always non-nationals testing positive then
Polly ****************
Always different for farangs grrr
George ********
@Paulene ********************
Paulene Polly Pity PartyMichael ********
Paulene Polly Anne Ok Theyeefe they cannot deny entry to there own citizens. Would be same if anybody returning to there own country
Karim ***************
@Paulene ********************
Repatriation flights and then headed straight to quarantine, sounds fair. I agree with Thailand making it as easy as possible for their citizens to return. But personally, I wouldn’t get on that flight with those untested Thais 🤷♂️
Neil *********
That is correct however according to the Thai government briefing this week they are now saying everyone coming from the U.K. needs one so I would check with the embassy first, or you would get refused in the airport
Kevan **********
OP@Neil ********
have you got a link to that article thanks 
Dave ***********
@Kevan *********
there is still no confirmation of this and it’s not official. Pls follow the embassy advice - currently no Covid test required for Thais entering Thailand. Neil *********
@Kevan *********
type pr Thai government in Facebook They have an English language briefing every day. It was this week I can’t remember what day but I’m sure it wasn’t Monday so look for Tuesday on
Will ************
Thai nationals will most definitely need a COE regardless of who they fly with. They dont need a Covid test if flying Thai airways.
Dave ***********
No airline is dictating whether you need a covid test or not. It’s down to the government regulations at your point of entry or transit. Currently Thai govt have stipulated there is no requirement for Thais to have a covid test to enter Thailand. If you are transiting through another country then need to check the requirements of that country - your airline would be able to advise though.
Michael ********
@Will ***********
or if flying from Singapore on Singapore air not just Thai airways. 
Owen ***********
@Will ***********
correct
Len *********
Thai nationals do not need to be tested unless the airline they are travelling with insist on this.
Any repatriation flights operated by Thai Airways. Thai nationals are not tested.
Any repatriation flights operated by Thai Airways. Thai nationals are not tested.
@Wanda ***************
everyone who comes to the UK now needs to have a RT-PCR test before landing here inc Thai people.Kevan **********
OP@Len ********
flight is with Thai Airways Len *********
@Kevan *********
then they do not need to be tested. All they need is a COE and fit to fly certificate. They also get free state quarantine.
Steve *********
@Kevan *********
covid test not needed. My partner flew with them 11 days ago.
Macan ********
Also Thai Citizen need to have COVID Test and all other documents
Wanda ****************
I heard lately from Uk it’s necessary. Better check with consulate .
Garrett ***********
For Thailand they do not need a covid test. However, the airline may require one.
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