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published on 5 November 2021 | reading time approx. 3 minutes
As of 1 November 2021, Thailand has approved travelers from 63 countries to enter Thailand with quarantine exemption. Under the scheme, travelers from the approved countries can enter Thailand by air and only have to quarantine for 1 night to await a negative Covid-19 test.
Travelers have to apply for a Thailand Pass QR Code online. To receive the Thailand Pass QR Code, the following conditions have to be met:
a) Stay at least 21 days in one of the approved 63 countries under the Notification of the Operating Centre for Measures on the Entry into and Departure from the Kingdom, and Projection of Thai Nationals Abroad dated 21 and 30 October 2021. Note that this requirement does not apply to Thai nationals and people residing in Thailand:
Please note: The current rules do not provide clear guidance on transits. However, according a Q&A produced with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as the Thai Tourism Authority, the following rules apply to transits:
b) Have a Certificate of vaccination for approved vaccines. The last jab had to be administered at least 14 days prior to travel. Note that this requirement does not apply to travelers under the age of 12.
c) Have a Medical certificate which states that the traveler is free from Covid-19 (PT-PCR test negative within 72 hours before travel)
d) Have a confirmed booking (including payment) for a 1 night stay at an approved quarantine hotel including 1 PT-PCR test. This stay is to ensure accommodation when awaiting a negative Covid-19 test upon entry to Thailand. Note that you will have to organize transportation from the airport to the hotel as well. The hotel must be within 2 hours of the airport.
e) Have an Insurance policy with a coverage of 50,000 USD for Covid-19.
The Arrival Process is as follows:
Fully vaccinated travelers from other countries can enter Thailand under the Blue Zone Sandbox Program. Under this scheme, travelers will have to undergo 7 nights of quarantine. Eligible provinces are currently Bangkok, Krabi, Chonburi, Chiang Mai, Trat, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Phang-Nga, Phetchaburi, Phuket, Ranong, Rayong, Loei, Samut Prakan, Surat Thani, Nong Khai and Udon Thani. The other significant criteria and process are similar to the TEST & GO program.
Coronavirus: What you need to know
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