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What are the latest experiences and requirements for entering Thailand during COVID-19 quarantine?
Thailand EntryCOVID-19 Travel RestrictionsCertificate of Entry (COE)Quarantine ProceduresVisa TypesWork PermitsTraveling from the UKImmigration Updates
Jul 22, 2020
6 years ago
Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTERIs there anybody on here that has managed to get into Thailand in the last few weeks.
That has managed to get the certificate to enter Thailand and done the 14 day quarantine?
That has managed to get the certificate to enter Thailand and done the 14 day quarantine?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around recent experiences of individuals attempting to enter Thailand amidst ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. Users share personal accounts of traveling under the Certificate of Entry (COE) and navigating quarantine procedures. There’s a consensus that travelers with work permits have had more success entering Thailand, while tourists and those with different visa types may face challenges. The conversation highlights uncertainty around travel dates, embassy responses, and the status of future flights.
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Join this group which is the hub of info about who is getting approved for COE and issues faced: Thai Expats Stranded Overseas due to COVID-19 Restrictions
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/Jane ***********
This guy returned a few weeks ago so I'm sure it's smoother now but you might find it interesting to read:
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Dianne *****
Sounds very stressful, heart in mouth sort of read. So much could've gone wrong
Jane ***********
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absolutely but if you’re desperate to be reunited with your family you’ll do it. V cool of him to post it. Reply to
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Andrew ********
Sounds very discouraging.😔
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Rob ******
Hi Shaun, there are definitely people getting in now. I was on a flight on Sunday from the UK with about 40 foreigners entering. Some that I met were very happy to be heading back to their wives after quarantine. I entered on a work permit. You need to contact the embassy where you are and ask them about the process. Different embassies seem to be interpreting the rules differently. They are your one and only go to. The Facebook group mentioned above is very helpful. Hope this helps.
Andrew *******
Yes pal
Rob ******
Are you in the UK?
Andrew *******
I got my COE because I’m the father of a Thai national.
I can book a flight with Eva Air on Sept 02, but I was concerned they may not fly.
And I will stay at the Siam Mandarina ASQ.
I can book a flight with Eva Air on Sept 02, but I was concerned they may not fly.
And I will stay at the Siam Mandarina ASQ.
Rob ******
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ok I’ll PM you...Reply to
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Who did you fly with ?Rob ******
@Andrew ******
I was on the EVA Air repatriation flight. Andrew *******
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How did you manage that pal?Rob ******
@Andrew ******
worked with embassy in the UK. Foreigners are being given the option of Business Class seats on the UK flights if the have the CoE.Reply to
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Paulie **********
Try to get your name in quarantine list ASAP pal. You will be next batch aloud in the country as you are married with Thai dependant
Paulie **********
My brother did it two weeks ago. But he’s got work permit
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Andy **********
Very few people, why on earth would you want to try to come here?
Cameron *************
I have been trying to enter BKK to compete on a condo purchase but UK embassy won’t allow visa for this purpose as it’s not on list of allowable reasons for entry visa. There is only speculation that the borders will open in August or September but no government confirmation. I think at the end of the month the government will publish its new entry requirements ...
Roy ***********
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Thailand has only been taking very small steps. I think there will be no tourism as long as there is quarantine. And there probably will be quarantine for a long time, as all new cases were imported. People who really need to be in Thailand on urgent matters have a better chance of more groups being allowed in than getting in on a tourist visa.
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the chinese are snapping them up, blind, over the telephone, 5-10 at a time ....Bobby ********
@Cameron ************
. I'd say that retirement and tourist categories will be October. Thai elite will probably be soonerCameron *************
Thai are accepting bookings from 1 st of September so let’s hope border opens end of August! Thailand high tourist season starts in September and for the sake of the economy I hope things start moving then 🤞🏻
Rob **********
@Cameron ************
They were accepting bookings in July too, then August. All of which have since been cancelled. We have rebooked our flight through Thai Airways for September but they said “it’s highly unlikely we’ll be flying as borders remain closed”.
However I agree. Let’s hope! No one knows and they will open eventually. But I’m not holding my breath for September, I think October is more likely
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Alwyne ********
Are you trying to get in
Andrew *******
You can do it all on line with the embassy, they will tell you what you need to do to get a COE.
You will then stay at a ASQ hotel for 14 days in Bangkok.
You will then stay at a ASQ hotel for 14 days in Bangkok.
Andrew ********
I have a Thai wife for 15 years
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Where are you now?Andrew ********
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Have you contacted the Thai embassy in London?Andrew ********
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sent an email no reply. Only just arrived a couple of days ago.Reply to
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Alwyne ********
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you not Thai resident if not no chanceAndrew ********
Yes, went to work in March and not able to get home.
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Andrew ********
Can it be done? I'd like to know as well not been able to go home.
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Can what be done?Andrew ********
Thought as much😡
Clive ********
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I've looked into going back to see me family it ain't gunna happen at mo unfortunately. Reply to
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Andrew *******
What do you want to know?
Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTERAndrew *******
@Shaun *******
If you was more specific what you wanted to know then I could help you.You merely asked if some expats had got back, the short answer would be yes or no.
I was merely trying to explain who is allowed to come back.
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Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTERYes I'm married with kids, this why I ask as anyone made it back to Thailand yet
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@Shaun *******
- check Thai Embassy PP website. There is a list of who can enter and requirements to enter.Andrew *******
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That’s why I said probably the only ones married or got kids are likely to get back in Reply to
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Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTERJust want to know if any expats have made it back to the land in the last few werks
Bobby ********
@Shaun *******
. There's been a few. I don't know exactly which categories, but I do know the quarantine hotels in the low-medium price range have been booked out, so that's an indicatorAndrew *******
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Only the ones married or got kids would be my guess Reply to
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