How does KLM's COVID negative test validity affect travelers if there are flight delays?

Nov 25, 2021
3 years ago
Ronald *********
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Just reading KLM travel advice, it states COVID negative test is valid for up to 96 Hours.

If flight delay is proven to be beyond doubt, no fault of the passenger.

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KLM states that COVID negative tests are valid for up to 96 hours, but it's important to note that the airline does not set the entry rules for the destination country. If a flight delay occurs, and it is proven to be beyond the passenger's control, the implications on their ability to enter the country due to the test's expiration remain unclear.
Danny ********
I don't think KLM makes the rules to the country you are traveling to.
Ronald *********
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@Danny *******
Only repeating what they state in all their COVID travel advice.

They would not let you board, seeing they are responsible for repatriating you in any unacceptable circumstance.

They go on to say that a rapid test, would also be acceptable.
Gordon *******
Ronald, listen to all the people posting.

If you want to do what you're suggesting do it.Think you'll find you're in the wrong son
Ronald *********
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@Gordon ******
Hoping I am not delayed, but if I am I will take the advice of KLM.

They must have the situation previously going to Thailand.
Lynnette *******
@Ronald ********
taking KLMs advice over that of the thai govt specific rules for entry, could be interesting.
James ********
@Lynnette ******
and a huge risk of denied boarding and at entry be required to do 10 days ASQ quarantine.
Lynnette *******
@James *******
well if he prefers trusting KLM over the thai legal requirements, good luck to him.
Geoff **********
@Ronald ********
Rapid test is NOT acceptible for getting into Thailand.
Ronald *********
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@Geoff *********
Normally no, but this may just apply to the delayed senario.
James ********
@Ronald ********
NEVER WILL BE ACCEPTED TO ENTER THAILAND
Geoff **********
@Ronald ********
No, never accepted. Thai rules are very clear.
Jonathan *******
@Ronald ********
for checking in maybe but immigration in Thailand I highly doubt it.

Interesting info tho
Ronald *********
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@Jonathan ******
Why would they let you check in, knowing Thai immigration would refuse you entry ?
James ********
@Ronald ********
if you arrive into Thailand...you will need to do ASQ quarantine 7 or 10 days.

Why risk it?

The rules to enter Thailand are clear.
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