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When should I take the SARS Rapid Test after arriving in Thailand for travel to Chiang Mai?

Thailand Immigration COVID-19 Testing SARS Rapid Test Chiang Mai Travel Test and Go Program Travel Requirements for Thailand

Dec 5, 2021

3 years ago

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I arrived in Bangkok five days ago, Tuesday I can go to Chiang Mai. I have been given the SARS Rapid Test Kit but the hotel did not know when I need to take the test, or how I was to take the test, saliva or nasal swab, or both, or if it was to be at the airport that I took the test. I thought I was supposed to do the test today. The hotel was telling me the 13th, then they said they didn’t know. Can somebody clarify? Thanks.

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After arriving in Thailand, travelers typically need to take a SARS Rapid Test as part of the entry requirements, but the exact timing and procedure can vary based on the program one is in (like Test and Go or Sandbox). It is generally suggested to take the test 6 or 7 days after arrival, but there may not be a second test required if a valid test was shown prior to entering the country. Checking with the airline for specific requirements or guidelines is also advisable.

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It appears once you’ve shown the test before arriving in Thailand, there is no second test. I walked into the Bangkok airport and out the CM airport and nothing was asked. I even asked if they wanted test papers. Nope.

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Alan *******

6 or 7 days after arrival

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Bruce *****

Check with the airline or if you are driving just go

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James ********

its not anything to do with any airline.

@Raimund ************

do we have any further directions re the second self covid test kit given to expats by their hotels... those who finish the Test N Go and Sandbox ?

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I talked with someone who did the Test N Go. Was given a written copy of the test result but no one ever asked to see it. For the Sandbox, the system for reporting the results reportedly, by the hotel, has broken down and the government hasn’t done anything to correct the issue. I took the follow up test and never received anything but a photo of the test result. The hotel offered a second kit if anything was needed at the airport or Immigration. Will find out today, leaving from BKK to CM.

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Michael ********

Are you on test and go ? Or Sandbox thing

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Bryn ********

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@Michael *******

Sand box

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