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What are the PCR test requirements for flying to Thailand regarding the 72-hour window?
Hello,
Concerning the PCR test before departure, can you confirm me that it is valid 72h before the first international flight? If it is > to 72h once arrived in Thailand, it is not a big deal?
Does the 72h start at the time of the test or at the reception of the result?
I'm sorry if there were already posts about this.
Thanks !
Concerning the PCR test before departure, can you confirm me that it is valid 72h before the first international flight? If it is > to 72h once arrived in Thailand, it is not a big deal?
Does the 72h start at the time of the test or at the reception of the result?
I'm sorry if there were already posts about this.
Thanks !
Answer summary
Travelers to Thailand need to ensure their PCR test is taken no more than 72 hours before departure from their home country. The start time for the 72-hour validity is based on the timestamp provided on the test result. However, some airlines may have different policies, requiring tests taken just 48 hours prior. If a traveler tests positive, they should be prepared for a potential 10-day hotel quarantine upon arrival.
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Lai *************
Where are you coming from ?
Valentin *********
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Paris, France 🇫🇷. First flight in Paris and 2nd flight from IstanbulAnthony *********
I'm not really sure it they are going off it hour by hour but it's best to be safe and not take the chance by making sure you do it 2 days before instead of 3
Lyndon ************
Depends where you are flying via and to... 72 hrs, 48 hrs or no longer required. Ask your airline
A big deal? Yes, if you test positive, be prepared for 10 days hotel quarantine.
Take a self test first and you can plan ahead, extend hotel, change flights, extend visa etc...
A big deal? Yes, if you test positive, be prepared for 10 days hotel quarantine.
Take a self test first and you can plan ahead, extend hotel, change flights, extend visa etc...
Jenni ******
72 hours pre boarding so if its positive they won't let you on the plane
Steven **********
3 days before u fly out
Marianne ********
It's 72h before departure.
But! Some airway companies operate with 48h before.
But! Some airway companies operate with 48h before.
Josh ***********
It’s 72 hours before departure from your home country. The time stated on the test result would be the time used to determine if it’s within the time range .
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