Answered5 years ago

Is pre-departure Covid testing available at Thai airports and what types of tests can I take?

Covid Testing Pre-departure Requirements US Travel Thailand Airports Medical Travel

Michael *******

asked Apr 15, 2022

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Going to go to the US for medical care. Leave next month. Is it true that pre-departure Covid testing is available at the airport? Is it the 15 minute test or the 3 hour test?

Answer summary

Yes, pre-departure Covid testing is available at both Bangkok airports. For entry into the US, an ATK (lateral flow) test is sufficient, while the airline may require a PCR test. The testing facilities at the airports typically provide results within one hour.

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Michael *******

Can you recommend a site that has this information? Googling it brings up tons of jabber about entering Thailand but nothing about leaving.

5 years ago

Gwapo *******

As long as the BKK-ICN-SFO route is one ticketed itinerary and you are only transiting Inchon to SFO, you need to only have a PCR or ATK test no sooner than one day prior to your departure flight from BKK. The airlines will only check to make sure you have the testing paperwork per USA requirements.

5 years ago

Gwapo *******

For entry into USA, you can use either the PCR or rapid antigen test. The rapid antigen cannot be a self test. The airlines will want paperwork from a hospital, clinic or medical office. They will also want to see the vaccination certificate. Depending on the airline(s) you fly to USA, you will show the paperwork in BKK and probably in Incheon.

5 years ago

Michael *******

@Gwapo ******

Thank you.

5 years ago

Michael *******

Is it your understanding that either test will be accepted?

Michael *******

Thank you.

Luis ***********

have you tried calling the airline and seeing if the have answers to these questions?

5 years ago

George *******

@Michael ******

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5 years ago

Michael *******

BKK > INCHON > SFO

5 years ago

Stuart *********

@Michael ******

sorry but there are 100s of routes to the US and an equal number of airlines that will take you there.

If you specify the route and airline then perhaps someone with direct experience of both can advise.

5 years ago

Stuart *********

Depends on your route and airlines. The US only need a ATK test (lateral flow) for entry.

Your airlines may require PCR test.

Both Bangkok airports have testing facilities for ATK. Allow one hour for results and certificate.

Perhaps others with experience can confirm if they’d do a PCR and time frame needed.

5 years ago

Michael *******

Wait. I thought this pre-departure test was for the Thai government. Is that incorrect? Do I need to concern myself with the requirements of the US government as well? How about the layover in Korea?

5 years ago

Michael *******

Thanks.

5 years ago

Stuart *********

@Michael ******

there is no pre departure test for the Thai government. The tests are for what your destination country, layover country and airlines may require. Sorry I have no idea what Korea may require.

5 years ago