What should I do if I test positive for Covid-19 while on a visa exemption in Thailand?

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Nov 3, 2021

3 years ago

Geoff *******

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I am from UK, on a visa exemption and extension until 6 Dec. I have to take a Covid-19 test 72 hours before I fly. If I test positive, I understand that I will be unable to fly or visit Immigration. Will I automatically become an overstayer? Should I apply for a 60 day Covid extension before 26 Nov in anticipation of a possible positive test result? What is the official position?

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The individual from the UK is currently on a visa exemption set to expire on December 6. They are concerned about the implications of testing positive for Covid-19 before their flight, particularly regarding potential overstaying and the need for an extension. Community members suggest that if the individual tests positive, they should contact their hospital for documentation, enabling them to apply for a medical extension of stay, which costs 1,900 THB. It is emphasized that being unable to travel due to medical reasons is a valid justification for extending their stay.

Gerald ********

I think you are worrying over nothing

3 years ago

Gerald ********

It is possible but highly unlikely and if it does happen nowt you can do just have to accept it for what it is

3 years ago

Geoff *******

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@Gerald *******

I hope so, just don't want to be caught out...

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Geoff *******

Robert *******

If you tested positive and are taken into quarantine or hospital, the staff can arrange with documentation and your passport an Extension of Stay based on medical reasons.

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

> If I test positive, I understand that I will be unable to fly or visit Immigration. Will I automatically become an overstayer?

If you test positive, talk to the hospital about getting an extension of stay based on unable to travel due to medical reasons. Being forced to stay in a hospital due to a positive COVID-19 test is a valid justification for that extension of stay 🙂

The cost for the extension of stay is 1,900 THB, and can be acquired UP TO 90 day increments, depending on the doctor and immigration office.

This is a difficult extension of stay to acquire, and does require a doctor's letter, and a strong justification.

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Benjamin ******

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