What Are the Requirements for Entry Into Thailand for a US Passport Holder Coming from Cambodia?

Mar 18, 2020
5 years ago
Kevin ********
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Need Advice...

At Ban Pakard​ Immigration now. (Chanthaburi province)​

My wife who holds a US passport​ and has been teaching in Cambodia​ for tge past 3 months is not going to be allowed in without a health​ certificate and Health insurance.

I am in Thailand​ since last saturday ​on a 60 day stamp recieved​ here at this crossing using my METV.

Looking to send her back to the nearest hospital for a cert....

Can I ask where to get insurance? Any link to companies that have been accepted, and info on how much is required. (I know this is only tangentialy a visa question, but I need help.)​

Thank You!
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The post discusses the challenges a US passport holder faced while trying to enter Thailand from Cambodia, specifically the need for a health certificate and health insurance as required by Thai immigration. The user's wife, who had been teaching in Cambodia, was denied entry without these documents. The thread provides advice on where to obtain insurance and health certificates, mentions the potential use of alternative border crossings, and concludes with the successful resolution of the situation.
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Gregor **********
congratulations to both of you and respect for your insisting and your patience!
Kevin ********
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Kevin ********
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What they accepted
Kevin ********
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She is in.

Thanks to a lot of great advice and help from many quarters we were able to satisfy immigration.

Massive props to
@Ja***
Miller.

My man, if we are ever in the same proximity the lobster is on me.🙏
James ********
@Kevin *******
Wonderful news. So happy for you both 😉

Glad I was able to be of assist. Take care...

Enjoy Thailand
Gregor **********
the IATA list from today, 9:15 am, does not mention any requirements for US citizens who have been to Cambodia, to present anything upon entering Thailand
Kevin ********
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@Gregor *********
,

Well either Chanthaburi​ is being stricter than need be, or it changed by the time 1:30 rolled around.
Gregor **********
and keep in mind, Kevin is not allowed entry to Cambodia any more, to accompany her, as he holds a US passport
James ********
Gregor **********
Chong Chom is a friendly border point, but known they keep asking people for the proof of accomodation for the first few days in Thailand and 20,000 THB or equivalent in cash, and an onward ticket. At least three of my aquaintances happened to be asked at the Chong Chom border when doing a 30 day visa exempt entry. For
@Kevin *******
's wife this border could be a solution, worth a try. But it is a long way from Ban

Pakkard to there
Kevin ********
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@Gre***
Huettner, Thanks....

Ya, very aware I cannot go to Cambodia​ as of a couple days ago.
James ********
Chong Chom border crossing

Samraong

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James ********
This posted this morning...can you get to this border crossing?

Just brainstorming..

Hi.. Just returned from Chong Chom. I entered Cambodia from Thailand at 630 am. and I re-entered Thailand at 715am. Please note My visa is a Non O Multi Visa on the basis of marriage to a Thai national..Hope this helps somebody.. Thanks

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Kevin ********
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@James *******
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Thats the backup... Another crossing or fly from SR.
James ********
Who is requiring the MedCert and H Insurance? Thai or Cambodia
Kevin ********
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Have cert, but not ins.
James ********
So you can cross back into Cambodia or not?

I think Cambodia has restrictions now too.
Kevin ********
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Ok.... Need cambodian form.

Signed by cambodian​ doctor...

Cno fever, no cough, no chest pain"
Kevin ********
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Let me ask..
James ********
James ********
Kevin ********
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David *********
I would be so stressed in this situation. I thank those with the knowledge to help folks like him out!
James ********
@David ********
we are searching for answer
James ********
We are checking...are you in Cambodia now or Thailand?
Abigail ******************
Were UK and USA on that list now?
Kevin ********
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@James *******
im at ban pakard immigration​
Benjamin ******
So she's trying to enter Thailand from Cambodia?
Kevin ********
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Kevin ********
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No visa...
Kevin ********
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No bounce... Im in good.

I came in on Saturday​ through the same place.

Then stuff kicked off.... I cant go back into cambodia.... I said lets get you over here.

So drove up to pick her up.
Benjamin ******
So you're trying to border bounce for a 30 day visa exempt? Why didn't they ask you for insurance or a medical certificate, and only your wife?
Kevin ********
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Usa passport...
Benjamin ******
and the type of visa you're on?
Austin *********
I'm just wondering is this for a tourist visa?
Benjamin ******
>Can I ask where to get insurance?

I'd go to the nearest hospital. I imagine there's a Bangkok Hospital close by, or another international hospital.

>Can I ask where to get insurance?

What's your wife's nationality? What visa is she on? What visa are you using?
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