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What type of PCR test do I need to take 48 hours before traveling to Thailand from the UK?

PCR Test COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Fit to Fly Certificate RT-PCR Test UK to Thailand Travel Travel Health Requirements

Dec 7, 2021

4 years ago

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Sorry guys me again…

What PCR test do I need 48 hours before travelling. 

Is it the fit to fly one

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Travelers wishing to go to Thailand from the UK must take an RT-PCR test within 48 hours of departure. The 'Fit to Fly' certificate is no longer required. Quick test results are available at airports such as Manchester, Gatwick, and Heathrow, typically costing around £66.

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Paul ********

3hr results are available at the airport, Manchester, Gatwick and Heathrow, cost me £66

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Alan *******

I think people are getting the fit to fly certificate, not required and the RT-PCR result certificate, required, confused.

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Going from uk. What’s the best website you have found for it to book in

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Andy ************

nearly every Boots shop do Rt-PCR tests. Go on their website

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Steven ******

it's probably better you ask about the town or city you're in atm.

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Darren *******

RT-PCR. Fit to fly certificate no longer required

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Ryan ****

I got in fine last month with just the lab report for a RT-PCR.

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Carl ********

it states you need a RT-PCR test 72 hours before. No mention of fit to fly anywhere!

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Lisa ********

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was you ask for the fit to fly

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Richard *****

askef for it in bkk today

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Lynnette *******

From where?

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