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What are the steps and options for getting a COVID-19 test in Bangkok before returning to the UK?

Apr 25, 2021
5 years ago
Spencer *******
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Following on from a previous post, I’m considering coming back to the Uk from Thailand. Will likely fly with Thai airways direct to London to avoid mandatory hotel quarantine. I need a passenger locator form I believe and a 72 hour test before I leave Thailand. Anyone know of any good clinics to get that done in Bangkok? I also need to order some sort of home testing kit. Is that correct?
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An expat in Thailand is seeking information on the process of returning to the UK, specifically regarding COVID-19 testing requirements. They plan to fly directly to London with Thai Airways to bypass hotel quarantine and mentioned the need for a Passenger Locator Form and a COVID-19 test within 72 hours of departure. Various commenters provided recommendations for clinics in Bangkok for testing, including MedConsult Clinic and Bumrungrad Hospital, with some sharing their experiences and the need for pre-booked tests upon entering the UK.
Scott *******
I got mine done at Bumrungrad. Results in less than 12 hours with fit to fly certificate.
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Will ************
You will also be expected to actually be in when you get a knock at the door in your self isolation, UK border force are doing in person checks at addresses
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Spencer *******
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Can I land at Heathrow and take the train back up to Scotland and isolate in my home there? Do the tests there?
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Terry *********
I arrived back last weekend they have checked up on me 5 times
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Terry *********
You need to fill in a UK gov travel locator for this must book and pay for day 2 and day 8 test the supplier will send these to the place you are going today your isolation in
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Michael **************
I’m doing mine at dr Donna too
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Michael ********
As above i did mine ar doctor donnas
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Spencer *******
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@Michael *******
do I need a fit to fly certificate as well as pcr test like I needed for coming here?
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Michael ********
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Some airlines do. But not sure about UK regulations. I got one anyway it was same price at time.

Should check with airline and UK authorities
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