Have visa rules for U.S. citizens traveling to Thailand changed due to COVID-19?

Visa Rules Thailand Travel Requirements COVID-19 Impact U.S. Citizens Phuket Sandbox 45-Day Visa-Free Entry Quarantine Requirements Certificate of Entry

Jun 3, 2021

3 years ago

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

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As a U.S Citizen, i know in the past, i didnt need a visa to travel for less than 30 days. Did this rule change because of covid? I am looking to travel in july for like 3 weeks. Also what are the new requirements and steps to travel (hoping the quarantine rule gets lifted and head to phucket for 7 days)

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Yes, the visa rule for U.S. citizens has changed; they can now enter Thailand without a visa for up to 45 days, extendable for another 30 days. Travelers must obtain a certificate of entry and have COVID-19 insurance that covers at least $100,000. The Phuket Sandbox plan is currently being developed, and specifics regarding quarantine and entry requirements are still uncertain.

Richard ***********

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3 years ago

Manuela **********

Best to check the website of your closest Thai embassy/consulate. There you’ll find all the info you are looking for and links to complete the necessary paperwork.

3 years ago

Bobby ********

45 days visa-free entry, extendable another 30 days. This includes the 15 days quarantine. So you can still get 60 days to run amok amongst all the closed bars and clubs!

3 years ago

Bernie ********

@Bobby *******

and out of those 3 weeks you have to quarantine for 15 days

3 years ago

Bobby ********

@Bernie *******

. I don't have to quarantine, I live in Thailand. 🤣🤣

3 years ago

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Bobby ********

Benjamin ******

>Did this rule change because of covid?

Yes, they extended it to 45 days.

>lso what are the new requirements and steps to travel

You will need to get a certificate of entry from the Thai government, including insurance that covers COVID-19 for 100K USD.

>(hoping the quarantine rule gets lifted and head to phucket for 7 days)

The Phuket Sandbox plan is just that - a plan. It's unknown what the requirements will be to enter the Sandbox.

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Benjamin ******

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