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What does the return to Level 4 restrictions in Thailand mean for visa runs and inter-provincial travel?
Feb 21, 2022
4 years ago
Nigel *********
ORIGINAL POSTERSo, looks like Thailand is back to Level 4 nationwide as of an hour ago...
Anyone have any idea how we interpret this? Will it impact visa runs? Limit inter provincial travel.
It was last raised from L3 to L 4 Jan 6th but I never noticed anything.
Anyone have any idea how we interpret this? Will it impact visa runs? Limit inter provincial travel.
It was last raised from L3 to L 4 Jan 6th but I never noticed anything.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The recent announcement that Thailand has returned to Level 4 restrictions raises concerns among expats regarding potential impacts on visa runs and inter-provincial travel. Previous escalations of restrictions have resulted in significant limitations, including reduced public transport services and potential curfews. However, since the last increase, some visa runs to Cambodia have been conducted, and inter-provincial travel may still be feasible. The community appears uncertain about the extent of restrictions that will be enforced this time, especially given the mixed experiences after the last level change.
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Red *****
And schools stay open
Henry *********
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Amazingly some are still closed and having to operate online. Ridiculous.Reply to
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Brahim ******
There haven't been visa runs in over 2 years pal. It won't affect anything.
Benjamin ******
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Let's hope we never meetBenjamin ******
@Brahim *****
The last time it was raised, there were shutdowns. This includes:- reducing the frequency of the Bangkok bus/ mass transit system
- Forbidding shops from selling certain items (i.e. closing cell phone shops, electronics, paper, markets etc).
- Curfews/ shutting down
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between certain hours- Banning the buses that run between provinces
- 14 day forced Quarantine/ Isolation when entering a muban (STILL being enforced in certain mubans).
- Requiring restaurants to do take away only
- Banning sale of alcohol for 14 days (I can not imagine that'll happen again though)
Brahim ******
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pure nonsense if you ask meBenjamin ******
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Wrong: This is an article from April 2020 about the curfews:
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/tat-update-thailand-imposes-nighttime-curfew-from-3-april-2020-until-further-notice/This is an article from September, 2021 about the lifting of the restrictions that existed:
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/thailand-eases-covid-19-restrictions-from-1-september-2021/ Do you have any proof of what I'm saying is wrong?
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Nigel *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brahim *****
not asking about past 2 years. people have been doing visa runs to Cambodia for the past couple of months. Singapore open a VTL with Thailand from 4th march. Vietnam planning 15 March. Others may follow.Terary **********
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How are people doing visa runs to Cambodia? Flight?Nigel *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Terary *********
yes. Flight. Land borders still closedReply to
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Bobby ********
Quick! Close the hair and manicure salons! Restrict restaurants to 50% of seating capacity. Oh....and close the parks. That'll fix it!
Jean *******
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Bobby Howard pretty much yea.Andy *******
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but important to leave all CP businesses to remain open.. you know, the ones with enclosed spaces and aircon 👍Nigel *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Bobby *******
Don't be giving them ideas... they don't need any helpReply to
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Mickael ********
The economy will be deeply damaged for loong loong time.
Andy ******
Fucking eh. This will not stop any time soon :(
Lee ************************
Scared to death but still won’t wear a seat belt or helmet mentality
Andy ******
Why wear a helmet or a seatbelt (that don’t work) if you can wear an amulet (that always works!)? If there was an amulet against COVID i bet it would be a huuuuuuuuuge hit and make lotsa money!
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Benjamin ******
I got no idea. I just came back from a thriving OTOP market with a concert 😮
Steve **********
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Didn't know OTOP still an organization. Was in Chiangmai when it started under Thaksin, went for a number of years. Big Deal at Bkk New Convention hall at the time. Not since coup, no signs no ads etc.
Is is still a 'thing'
Steve **********
Have been cynical with regard to the spread, as knew few affected.
Now know many, not serious, but many.
Now know many, not serious, but many.
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Will ************
Explains the sudden drop in the baht about 2 hours ago
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@Will ***********
the bath is getting stronger and stronger!Terary **********
@Will ***********
I think the pound strengthing. To the USD is down against the baht. The freaking GBP always gets stronger.Reply to
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