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What are the latest updates for Brits wanting to return to Thailand amid COVID-19?

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Jul 29, 2020

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Some good news for Brits wanting to get back to Thailand

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The discussion covers the latest updates about Brits seeking to return to Thailand, including the current flight availability, quarantine protocols, and visa categories that are prioritized for re-entry. Several commenters share personal experiences and insights about repatriation flights, quarantine hotels, and challenges facing non-Thai nationals. Questions arise about the criteria for re-entry, especially for holders of long-term visas and those with dependents in Thailand.

Andrew ********

it filled up within hours. Try again next month😔

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Christopher *******

Flights are already full

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Owen ***********

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why not go via schiphol and out less hassle

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Christopher *******

can you do that?

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Owen ***********

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well it's less hassle like I said as long as you have same COE ,FIT TO FLY by doctor, Covid cert and have job or home in thailand

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Christopher *******

I'm married to a Thai and have 2 children there.

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Owen ***********

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honestly the Gov uk has some advice also.

It's so so sad all this covid not being able to see familys

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Christopher *******

I will try with them then and a lot of people in the same boat unfortunately. I’m surprised they haven’t added more flights. As they sold out so fast

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Owen ***********

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yeah only 3 this month.

My other half will travel from Amsterdam to bkk, so hope it works out

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Christopher *******

please update if it worked out

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Owen ***********

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wont be until start of September Chris

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Lurcho ********

Don’t feed the beast .

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@Meir **********

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Jaye ********

its a great price considering if you live in the Uk you will have to pay $600 a day just to breath air.

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Alex *********

For that price it's not worth it

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Max *****

Hi dear friends i would like to know according to

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activities when it will be open because i wana apply for non B visa business let me know or pm me

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Darren *******

ask your employer when they can apply for your non-B, they should know

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Matt *******

Won't be on Thai Airways that's for sure.

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Jeff ******

will be they are flying

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Bobby ********

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. Most of the repat flights to Thailand are Thai Airways. There's one to/from Australia on Aug 2.

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J ******************

The post says Thai and non Thai nationals from UK so I ask why are non nationals of Thailand being allowed to come from the UK yet other nations that are in better situations not being allowed. The post does not say anything about any specific pre requirements for non Thai .Just says non citizens who need to return.

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. The details are on the website. I imagine it's the 11 categories of people who can apply for. COE

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-**Repatriation-Flights-for-non-Thai-nationals**.html

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J ******************

but it is not as clear as it needs to be .That is my point .It just says non Thai citizens who NEED to return.

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Bobby ********

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@J *****************

. I find it pretty clear to be honest. If a person is in one of the eligible groups he/she can apply for a COE.

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J ******************

yes the link says it but it needs to be in the post that was originally published so as to avoid any confusion. The actual post does not say to follow the links to see who qualified

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Bobby ********

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@J *****************

. Ah now I see what you're getting at! Yes, some people do need spoon-feeding whilst others use their initiative! I guess they're trying to weed out those who can't click on a link! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

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J ******************

exactly

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@J *****************

. With only 50 available seats on each flight, they're going to want the smart ones! Probably those who know what "wear a mask" means! 🤣🤣🤣

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Darren *******

thanks for that, just remembered to put my mask on before getting to the BTS!

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Bobby ********

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. Mate the BTS is getting too crowded again. Better off without a mask. Just cough a couple of times, mutter to no-one in particular "haven't been able to shake that cough since I got back from China", and just watch how much space opens up for you!

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Darren *******

I have been very tempted to cough a few times then say fairly loudly that I'm off for a covid test etc. Give me some space 😂

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. That might drag a few people's attention away from their phones! I'll have to try that! 🤣

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Darren *******

might start coughing on people's backpacks too if they leave them on their backs

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J ******************

Australian Ambassador has been very clear in his statements perhaps others can learn from him

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Bobby ********

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@J *****************

. He leaves the UK ambassador for dead. Al McKinnon is THE MAN in Bangkok. We should start a petition to get him a knighthood. Do you have any contacts at Buckingham Palace?

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J ******************

no Buck House contacts, he may be republican but not the American kind .He certainly goes above and beyond. My girlfriend says his Thai is quite good however she would like him to speak English a little slower. Allan sure is fully immersed in his role .

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Steve *******

What about Thais wanting to leave Thailand to get to UK?

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Michael ********

same as usual get visa and fly. Stay home notice for two weeks in UK loads of flights out

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Jeremy *********

Book your ticket and get cancelled and don't get your money back good idea.

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Adrian ********

£700 ruther wait till virus over .. airline rip off

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Daniel ********

@Adrian *******

virus is not going to over

World change

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Paul ********

Kiss my Ass

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Jim ************

Ladies say surcharge for British men 100%. No extra money for Lady Boy service Brit blokes prefer LB'S

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Mark *******

Are there 1000s waiting to quarantine for two weeks

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Bobby ********

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. I think 50 per flight will be more than enough for Bangkok ASQ to deal with. I thought they were already at capacity. Possibly more hotels coming online

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Greg ********

I heard aroubd 4k ASQ capacity per month. Friend flew in from London Monday and in quarantine now till August 11th

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Mark *******

Means long term visa request open up UK embassy?

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Greg ********

At moment I think those with certain current visas are prioritised

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David **********

Having a current visa ,would be nice to get prioritized ,but I have not heard anything about that

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Greg ********

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There are categories published of who can return ie WP holders, people who have Thai dependents. It is very clear. Look on the government sites.

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Mark *******

Thanks for the info

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Greg ********

Pal who flew in is on retirement visa but has Thai wife and children as dependents

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Mark *******

How long before there will be confirmation of availability from company's like EVA

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Greg ********

There is capacity on other airlines. Friend flew in from London Monday.

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Mark *******

Yeah

Just waiting

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Graham *********

Fly to a lock down at ripper prices...Pass on that

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Steve *********

Think I will wait till next year.

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Coilean *********

I think its looking that way for lots of us.

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Steve *********

@Coilean ********

Yep,I am lucky my wife is happy to get on with life without my interference lol

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Coilean *********

@Steve ********

I am one of the lucky my wife and son are here with me. But we had planned 2 months to start building our retirement home.

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Wanda ****************

@Julieta ********

😅😅

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