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What happens if I test positive for COVID-19 before my flight home from Thailand in April?

COVID-19 Thailand Travel Quarantine Rules Health Regulations Expats Travel Advice

Tracey *******

asked Feb 28, 2022

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Hi everyone! I will be leaving Thailand in April. 

If I test positive to COVID before my flight home, will I be forced to go into hospital quarantine? 

or will I be able to quarantine in a hotel of my choice? 

Thank you for any help :)

Answer summary

If you test positive for COVID-19 before your flight from Thailand, current guidance suggests that you may not be forced into hospital quarantine if your symptoms are mild or nonexistent. Instead, you may be required to stay in a designated 'hospitel' for isolation, likely at your own expense for about 10 days, which could delay your return flight. However, experiences may vary, as one commenter shared that a friend tested positive and faced no quarantine the day of their flight. Be prepared for potential extended stays depending on your situation.

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Albert ********

You may get an extended vacation.

5 years ago

Jim ********

Last week a friend of mine tested positive 2 days before his flight. No quarantine he actually was in a soi Buackow restaurant the next day , the day of his flight having fish and chips so don't worry

5 years ago

Jim ********

I agree with you all, he is a prick.

5 years ago

Lynnette *******

@Jim *******

disgraceful behaviour by your "friend".

5 years ago

Jeanette ********

@Jim *******

none of us are safe from covid or quaranteen with people like your friend about ! Im horrified!

5 years ago

Brandon ************

@Jim *******

this is why they were sending people to the hospital to begin with. It only takes one irresponsible person to ruin it for everyone else.

5 years ago

Steve *******

@Jim *******

Nice to see you've got a responsible friend 😂

5 years ago

Stuart *********

From posts we see here they are no longer forcing people to go to a hospital if they have mild or no symptoms. However almost certainly you’ll need to go to one of the “hospitels” that are set up to cater for those who are positive but don’t need a hospital. Whether you can choose which one I do not know. You may be forced to stay in said place for 10 days, at your expense (and therefore miss your return flight). Almost certainly you’ll find that your insurance will not cover this cost as they only pay for “medical expenses”.

5 years ago