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Is the Phuket Sandbox still operational despite recent news updates?

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Jan 7, 2022

4 years ago

Chloe *******

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After all the recent news, is Phuket sandbox still untouched?

I leave Heathrow on the 11th, arrive on the 12th in Phuket, have a Phuket sandbox pass and TR visa already approved and 7 days sha+ hotel & PCR tests booked. 

So I should be ok right?🙏

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Despite recent news about rising COVID-19 cases and some restrictions, the consensus is that the Phuket Sandbox program remains operational for travelers arriving soon. Confirmed updates state that existing bookings and approvals, such as the TR visa and necessary health protocols, still apply without immediate concern as of the most recent announcements.

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Steven ******

You'll be fine as it stands mate

4 years ago

Steven ******

Then you'll be fine

4 years ago

Carl ********

I’m in Phuket now and bars are open as normal. I’ve spoke to owners and they’ve not told me of any early closures!

4 years ago

Carlos *********

Youre pre flight PCR and if you dont get/ have covid or a variation thereof.

4 years ago

Claire *********

I'm out in Phuket at the moment and rumour is, bars will be shutting at 9pm, numbers of covid growing fast

4 years ago

Mark ********

As of today yes you're fine. Given the announcement that they are adding 3 new sandboxes next week I would bet that phuket will remain fine.

4 years ago

Stuart *********

Today’s announcement does not affect the Phuket sandbox. No idea what tomorrow, or the days before the 12th will tell. Cross your fingers.

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