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What is the turnaround time for unvaccinated travelers applying for a Thai Pass and PCR test results after May 1st?
Thai PassTravel RestrictionsPCR TestUnvaccinated TravelersVisa RulesThailand TravelCOVID-19 Regulations
May 13, 2022
4 years ago
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHas anyone in this group unvaccinated applied for a Thai pass since May 1st and how long did it take to get confirmed after uploading pcr test results.am travel June 12th and just wondered whats the reality on the ground for turnaround time.
TLDR : Answer Summary
Users have discussed the requirements and turnaround times for the Thai Pass, particularly for unvaccinated travelers. It appears that unvaccinated individuals must stay in a hotel until they receive the results of their PCR tests, which can take up to 48 hours. The Thai Pass aims for a confirmation turnaround of under 48 hours, provided that a valid PCR test is done before arrival or upon landing.
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Brad *********
If not vaccinated you still need to do a hotel stay until your pcr tests come through... this they say can be 48hours for results so you need to find a certified place to stay and be tested on arrival... pcr test before arriving unless has been done 48 hours prior to departure is invalid.... your best of opting for a test before flying or wait until you arrive and pay 350bht for a rapid test
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brad ********
completely wrong. You perhaps need to do some research before commenting.Brad *********
@Ian ********
lol I'm in Thailand literally was in in immigration yesterdayIan *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brad ********
if you are unvaccinated you simply need to take a pcr test in your own country and upload it to Thailand pass 72hours or less before departure to Thailand.then no quarantine or messing around with anything.you maybe in Thailand but you didn't read the new rules since May 1st perhaps.Reply to
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Lisa ********************
@Brad ********
some land borders. But not flying internationallyLisa ********************
@Brad ********
no, all changed now. Pre flight PCR test for the unvaccinated, uploaded to Thai pass, within 72 hours of flight. Do that and no test on arrival required.Brad *********
@Lisa *******************
some places where you travel from I've heard if peiole having to do rapid pcr tests on arrival into thailand... unsure if that is all airport or land boarders also depends if your vaccinated or notBrad *********
@Lisa *******************
I was gong on unvaxed people which you'll need to stay maximum 48 hours in hotel for resultsLisa ********************
@Brad ********
no . Unvaxxed people do pre flight PCR test. No test on arrival. Or they can choose 5 days quarantineBrad *********
@Lisa *******************
some habe scrapped the pcr before departure and ask you do a rapid one on arrival again it's down to origin country and the airline your flying withLisa ********************
@Brad ********
I'm talking about arriving in Thailand. Which is the topic of this post.Reply to
Lisa ********************
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Lisa ********************
TP say they turnaround in under 48 hours
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lisa *******************
we know what they say but thats not the question.the question is has anyone that applied thats unvaccinated by uploading pcr test 72hour before flying ,how long took them to get it back.not one person answered this yet.ill give another hour or two then delete the post.Reply to
Ian *********
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Johanna ********
Think you have to be vaccinated
Johanna ********
Been jabbed so not worried could change by end of year when I will be out
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERis anyone going to answer the actual question ?
Lizie *********
@Ian ********
I mean the processing time shouldn’t differ either way, vaccinated obviously have the advantage of being able to apply earlier. I’m in the same boat, inconvenient but if you would rather guarantee you can go then do the 5 days.Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lizie ********
no quarantine for me.if thai pass dont come back before flight ill cancel everything.cancelled once already in march,Reply to
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Lizie *********
@Ian ********
I seen other people post the average time this week for Thai pass has been about 6 hours but not sure if they were vaccinated or not. Don’t think there should be a difference in processing times either way.Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lizie ********
it matters when you only have 72 hours between test and flight departure.vaccinated obviously can do it anytime they want to.Reply to
Ian *********
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Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Johanna *******
wrong answer.Bim *******
@Johanna *******
no the choice is a PCR 72 hours before departure of 5 days quarantine for unvaxxedJohanna ********
@Bim ******
thank youJohanna ********
@Bim ******
oh ok thanks thank goodness I have been vaccinated then no quarentine hotelIan *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Johanna *******
there is no quarantine if you upload pcr test 72 hour prior to departure so no need for jabs.Johanna ********
@Ian ********
had them want to feel safe ,having 4th one soon as 73Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Johanna *******
okay ive had none and feel very safe.Johanna ********
@Ian ********
thats up to youJohanna ********
I think you still need covid insurance is that right
Bim *******
@Johanna *******
yes everyone needs the insurance.Reply to
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Jessica ******
@Johanna *******
No you don’t. There was a 10 day quarantine option, not sure if they reduced it yet.Paul *******
@Jess **********************
It was reduced to 5 days on April 1 and is zero now with a PCR test.Bim *******
@Jess **********************
reduced to 5 daysPaul *******
@Bim ******
It's zero now.Jessica ******
@Bim ******
Nice! We have our wedding next year so hoping things are easier for my friends and family to come.Johanna ********
@Jess **********************
my daughter was married thete also Shes lived there 24 years now I go over for a few months at a time .cant wait xReply to
Johanna ********
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Johanna ********
@Jess **********************
they have reduced that .I know my daughter lives there She had to go into a quarentine hotel until her pcr showed positive .Just for 1 night .But thats scrapped now Just a lateral flow test and I thought show vaccibatiobs You still need covid insurance too .I am going out end of year so thats what I have been toldJessica ******
@Johanna *******
I wonder if you can show a letter saying you had it already from a doctor.Reply to
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