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What are the RT-PCR test requirements for traveling to Thailand, specifically for the Phuket Sandbox?
RT-PCR TestThailand Travel RegulationsPhuket SandboxThai Pass ApplicationTravel GuidanceCOVID-19 TestingVisa and Immigration Requirements
Jan 20, 2022
4 years ago
Lai *************
ORIGINAL POSTERI have no clue about this. When I booked a hotel they didn’t ask me about RT-PCR test
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the confusion regarding RT-PCR testing requirements for travelers entering Thailand, particularly those involved in the Phuket Sandbox program. Many commenters express frustration with the lack of guidance and the responsibilities of hotels in providing testing options. It is clarified that travelers must book and pay for two RT-PCR tests as part of their entry requirements into Phuket, while hotels in Bangkok usually include testing in their packages. Useful links for booking tests and advice on documentation for the Thai Pass application are shared.
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Declan ***********
Yes - SHA Hotel - (Pay for That) - then separate is (In my Case Hotel will ask 7,500 for PCR test lady to come to your room on day 1 and day 5) - That will all be emailed from Hotel in a 2-page document - Page One is a hotel and Page 2 is for the 2 PCR tests) - I made several calls to the Hotel and they were very Helpful - Travelodge Pattaya - Very Empathetic, and the lovely lady said - "Yes, sir - Very confusing, but I am your assigned Hotel Assistant) - I got Lucky - ☘
Maya *******
You simply didn't upload some of the documents
You must book 2 pcr rests
And hotel with transportation
Then it's ok
For booking tests
A must have hotel sha+including with transportation upload too
You must book 2 pcr rests
And hotel with transportation
Then it's ok
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For booking tests
A must have hotel sha+including with transportation upload too
Ricky ******
It means the 2 x paid RT PCR tests when you arrive, not the one you need to do before you fly.
Albert ********
Get ready for anything during these times.Time money and patience will be all you need.
Gordon *******
Are you arriving in Bangkok? If so the PCR tests should be part of the hotel booking !
For Phuket sandbox you need to pre book and pay for there PCR tests and upload the conformation email to Thaipass
Psas website is where you book your own tests if arriving in Phuket
For Phuket sandbox you need to pre book and pay for there PCR tests and upload the conformation email to Thaipass
Psas website is where you book your own tests if arriving in Phuket
Mike ******
It's not the hotels responsibility to know you are entering the country and they don't expect to test every person coming to hotel. Some hotels don't even have RT-PCR testing. I booked with Agoda initially and then tried to schedule the testing and pickup with the hotel. Total Cluster F$#@. Had to go directly to the hotels site and rebook with a testing package and cancel my Agoda booking.
Shammee *******
Call the hotel, get confirmed booking -full paid upfront and then upload the doc in the system. Thai pass will arrive soon!
Eri ************
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Eri ************
You will see the icon during the TH Pass application process.
Book it, pay for it, you'll get email confirmation then go back to the link.
You can now open your PCR test booking with QR Code.
Save it and attach it to the application.
Book it, pay for it, you'll get email confirmation then go back to the link.
You can now open your PCR test booking with QR Code.
Save it and attach it to the application.
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Pascal ************
Booking test on Psas thailand
Wayne *********
If your booking for phuket its up to you to book the 2 pcr tests. Bangkok should be part of the hotel package. Must be a hotel on the approved list. On the application under documents required for both sandbox and QA it does advise you need to supply proof of the 2 pcr tests booked and paid for. There is a link floating around to book for phuket pcr tests but sorry I don't have it.
Michael ********
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Michael ********
Is this for Phuket sandbox ?
If so Phukets needs to be booked seperatly.
Will find the link now
If so Phukets needs to be booked seperatly.
Will find the link now
Steve *******
It's not down to the hotel, dont blame them. You should've known it's needed for the TP. Doh!
Mark *******
Mass confusion left right and center and no guidance from the govt. So much fun.
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