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Their Majesties the King and Queen to Preside Over The Royal Ploughing Ceremony 2024

Their Majesties the King and Queen to Preside Over The Royal Ploughing Ceremony 2024

Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida have graciously consented to preside over the Royal Ploughing Ceremony on Friday, 10 May 2024 at Phra Meru Grounds (Sanam Luang) in Bangkok. The Ceremony will commence at 08.00 Hrs.

Their Majesties the King and Queen to Preside Over The Royal Ploughing Ceremony 2024

Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida have graciously consented to…

Tourism Authority of Thailand and dnata Travel Group sign strategic partnership agreement

Tourism Authority of Thailand and dnata Travel Group sign strategic partnership agreement

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and dnata Travel Group, a global…

Amazing Thailand Launches “Your Stories Never End” Campaign at Arabian Travel Market 2024

Amazing Thailand Launches “Your Stories Never End” Campaign at Arabian Travel Market 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the latest communication concept,…

TAT and UnionPay International Sign Letter of Intent

TAT and UnionPay International Sign Letter of Intent

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and UnionPay International (UPI), a global…

CF-Hotels Initiative Reiterates TAT’s Push Towards Sustainable Tourism

CF-Hotels Initiative Reiterates TAT’s Push Towards Sustainable Tourism

Bangkok, 25 April 2024 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites…

Tourism Authority of Thailand soft opens new office in Chicago

Tourism Authority of Thailand soft opens new office in Chicago

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has soft-opened its newest overseas office…

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Events & Festivals

May 2024’s Festivals and Events in Thailand

Awards & Accolades

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Thailand extends visa exemption for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for another six months

Thailand extends visa exemption for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for another six months

Thailand has extended a temporary visa exemption for tourists from India and Taiwan for another six months to boost tourism.…

Thailand Suspends Filing of TM6 Immigration Form for Land and Sea Arrivals

Thailand Suspends Filing of TM6 Immigration Form for Land and Sea Arrivals

The Thai Government has suspended the requirement to fill out the ‘To Mo 6’ (TM6) immigration form for foreign travellers…

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Colorful Lamp Festival and Lantern in Loi Krathong at Wat Lok Moli is a beautiful old temple in Chiang Mai.

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Female Visiting the Cloister with Large Group of Seated Buddha Images in Wat Pho or Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Bangkok Old City, Thailand, ( Self Portrait )

Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi

Wat Pho is our absolute favorite among Bangkok's biggest sights. In fact, the compound incorporates a host of superlatives: the city's largest reclining…

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Grand Palace

The Grand Palace (Phra Borom Maharatchawang) is a former royal residence in Bangkok that was consecrated in 1782. Today, it’s only used on ceremonial…

Wat Arun temple in Bangkok during sunset.

Wat Arun is the missile-shaped temple that rises from the Chao Phraya River's banks. Known as Temple of Dawn, it was named after the Indian god of dawn,…

Wat Phra Kaew Bangkok Thailand

Wat Phra Kaew

Architecturally fantastic, the Wat Phra Kaew temple complex is also the spiritual core of Thai Buddhism and the monarchy, symbolically united in what is…

Swan boats, Lumphini Park, Bangkok, Thailand

Lumphini Park

Named after the Buddha’s birthplace in Nepal (Lumbini), Lumphini Park is central Bangkok’s largest and most popular park. Its 58 hectares are home to an…

Wat Saket, The Golden Mount Temple, Bangkok, Thailand.

Golden Mount

Even if you're wát-ed out, you should tackle the brisk ascent to the Golden Mount. Serpentine steps wind through an artificial hill shaded by gnarled…

Jim Thompson's House in Bangkok Thailand

Jim Thompson House

Siam Square, Pratunam, Phloen Chit & Ratchathewi

This jungly compound is the former home of the eponymous American silk entrepreneur and art collector. Born in Delaware in 1906, Thompson briefly served…

Sukhothai Historical Park

Sukhothai Historical Park

The Sukhothai Historical Park ruins are one of Thailand’s most impressive World Heritage sites. The park includes the remains of 21 historical sites and…

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Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre

Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre

Kanchanaburi Province

The infamous cutting known as Hellfire Pass was the largest along the length of the Thailand–Burma Railway, and the most deadly for the people forced to…

Ramkhamhaeng National Museum

Ramkhamhaeng National Museum

Near the entrance to the central zone, this museum is a decent starting point for exploring the historical-park ruins. A replica of the famous…

Pranburi Forest Park

Pranburi Forest Park

Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf

Just north of the Pranburi River is an extensive natural mangrove forest. A 1km-long boardwalk with interpretive signs, some in English, lets you explore…

Baskets for Sale at Chatuchak Market

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Northern Bangkok

Among the largest open-air markets in the world, Chatuchak (also referred to as 'Jatujak' or simply 'JJ Market') seems to unite everything buyable, from…

Wat Rong Khun

Wat Rong Khun

Chiang Rai Province

Wat Rong Khun’s construction began in 1997 by noted Thai painter turned architect Chalermchai Kositpipat. It's a striking structure that, from a distance,…

Or Tor Kor Market

Or Tor Kor Market

Or Tor Kor is Bangkok’s highest-quality fruit and agricultural market, and taking in the toddler-sized mangoes and dozens of pots full of curries amounts…

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Ancient City

Bangkok Region

Don’t have the time to see Thailand’s most famous historic monuments? Then consider visiting scaled-down versions of them in what claims to be the largest…

CHIANG MAI, THAILAND - 2006/08/13: The popular walking street market which attracts thousands of locals and tourists each weekend. The market opens in the evening and vendors sell a wide range of goods from traditional produce to pirated DVDs and CDs.. (Photo by Yvan Cohen/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Saturday Walking Street

The Saturday Walking Street takes over Th Wualai, running southwest from Pratu Chiang Mai at the southern entrance to the old city. There is barely space…

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

This 100-year-old floating market – once one of Thailand's prestige tourist attractions – is now essentially a floating souvenir stand filled with hordes…

Victory Monument.

Victory Monument

This obelisk was built by the then military government in 1941 to commemorate a 1940 campaign against the French in Laos. Today the monument is primarily…

Wat Phu Thok

Wat Phu Thok

Northeastern Thailand

With its network of rickety staircases and walkways built in, on and around a giant sandstone outcrop, Wat Phu Thok is one of the region’s wonders. The…

Erawan Waterfall in Kanchanaburi, Thailand

Erawan National Park

Splashing in emerald-green pools under Erawan Falls is the highlight of this very popular 550-sq-km park. Seven tiers of waterfall tumble through the…

Nam Tok Soi Sawan

Nam Tok Soi Sawan

Ubon Ratchathani Province

Nam Tok Soi Sawan is a 25m-tall waterfall flowing from June to December. It's a 19km drive from the visitors centre and then a 500m walk, or you can hike…

Old Siam Plaza

Old Siam Plaza

Sugar junkies, be sure to include this stop on your Bangkok eating itinerary. The ground floor of this shopping centre is a candyland of traditional Thai…

Museum Siam

Museum Siam

This fun museum's collection employs a variety of media to explore the origins of the Thai people and their culture. Housed in a European-style 19th…

Ko Khao Phing Kan

Ko Khao Phing Kan

Ao Phang-Nga Marine National Park

Ao Phang-Nga's top tourist drawcard is known to Thais as Ko Phing Kan (‘Leaning on Itself Island’). Used as a location setting in the James Bond film The…

Cicada Night Market in Hua Hin, a popular night market selling goods ranging from clothes to desserts.

Cicada Market

Vastly better than the city-centre Hua Hin Night Market, this popular place 3.5km to the south is a fun mix of food, shopping and performing arts. It's…

Nam Tok Haew Suwat

Nam Tok Haew Suwat

Khao Yai National Park

The park's loveliest waterfall, 25m-high Nam Tok Haew Suwat scooped a starring role in Danny Boyle's film The Beach. It has water year-round (though very…

Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market

Flower Market

In 2016, as part of a cleaning drive, Bangkok's famous and formerly streetside flower market – also called Pak Khlong Talat – was moved indoors. Within…

Sweet stall, Sunday walking street market.

Sunday Walking Street

On Sunday afternoon Th Ratchadamnoen is taken over by the boisterous Sunday Walking Street, which feels even more animated than Th Wualai's Saturday…

Amphawa Floating Market

Amphawa Floating Market

If you’re in Amphawa on a weekend, plan your meals around this fun market where grilled seafood and other dishes are served directly from boats.

Sanctuary of Truth, wooden temple

Sanctuary of Truth

Made entirely of intricately carved wood (without any metal nails) and commanding a celestial view of the ocean, the Sanctuary of Truth is best described…

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Thailand’s entry requirements from 1 July 2022 Thailand Pass removed, Also lifting an US$10,000 health insurance requirement, thus welcoming all travellers with proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result.

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UPDATED THAILAND TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that Thailand continues to welcome all international tourists in 2024 with no restrictions.

Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, said “International travelers arriving in Thailand are not required to show proof of vaccination.”

In addition, foreign tourists are not required to show ATK or RT-PCR COVID-19 test results.

Thailand does highly recommends COVID insurance for visitors from all countries when visiting Thailand.

After months of strict travel restrictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Thailand is restored to normalcy by easing all travel restrictions and quarantine requirements to allow tourists to enter the country.

Travelers around the world are now keen to find out when and how they can travel to Thailand in 2024. What important things do travelers need to know about Thailand Travel Restrictions if they are planning to fly to the Land of Smiles? Here is some helpful information for you.

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Recommended Documents for Travel to Thailand in 2024

Please have the following documents ready.

  • Passport with at least six month validity
  • Visa or visa exemption qualification
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  • Boarding pass to be presented at Passport Control
  • Hotel booking confirmation if asked by the Immigration Officer
  • Note: Vaccination record no longer required

Incorrect documents will delay the entry screening by rules from the Thai immigration bureau and its Thai immigration officials.

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  • For up-to-date information and weekly updates regarding current Thailand travel restrictions, please visit the Weekly Updates for Thailand Travel Restrictions .
  • As of October 1, 2022, Thailand will no longer have COVID entry requirements. Please exercise normal precautions as necessary when visiting Thailand.
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Travel to Thailand

Travelers may enter Thailand with or without vaccination. Vaccination is not required.

No phone app for reporting or tracking is required.

No need to show proof of any vaccination or insurance coverage.

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Entry and Exit Requirements

Each country or territory determines its own entry and exit requirements at its borders. If you fail to meet these requirements for your destination, your embassy will not be able to assist you. The following information is provided by Thai authorities and is subject to change without notice.

The entry prerequisites differ based on the passport type you are holding for travel.

Prior to your journey, consult with your travel carrier regarding passport stipulations, as their validity rules might be stricter than those mandated by the destination country.

Ensure that your passport has at least six months of validity remaining upon your arrival in Thailand.

Other Entry Requirements

Immigration officers at the Thai border may request to see a ticket for your return or onward journey, as well as evidence of adequate funds to sustain you throughout your visit. Failure to present these documents may result in denial of entry.

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Entry Stamp

Obtain your entry stamp directly from an immigration officer when entering Thailand. Avoid acquiring your visa, visa extension, or entry stamp through visa shops or travel agents within the country.

Passports that have been modified or carry fake visas and entry/exit stamps will be considered invalid. Individuals caught with such passports may face imprisonment, fines, and deportation, and might also be barred from future entry into Thailand.

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Do You Need a Visa to Enter Thailand?

Visitors from countries under the Visa Exemption List are not required to obtain a Thai visa in order to travel to Thailand for tourism purposes. The Thai Immigration Bureau will allow foreigners to stay in Thailand for 30 days. Tourists will be able to apply for a 30-day visa extension at any local immigration office in Thailand.

If you wish to stay longer or are traveling for a purpose other than tourism, please know that the normal 60-day Tourist Visa Thailand , Thailand LTR Visa , Thai Elite Visa , and other non-immigrant visas are available at Thai Embassies or Consulates around the world.

Are you a high net worth individual who wants to stay in Thailand for 5, 10, or 20 years? You may consider joining the exclusive Thailand Elite Visa membership program. It is an easy-to-apply and hassle-free visa application for your long-term stay in Thailand. For more information about the Thailand Elite Visa Program, you can start visa application, you can start today: https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-elite-visa

Thailand Pass is no longer in effect

As of July 1, 2022, Thailand Pass is no longer required for foreign travelers entering Thailand.

Vaccinated travelers do not need to provide proof of vaccination before arriving. Unvaccinated travelers are also under no restrictions and can freely travel to Thailand.

Thailand Travel Insurance for Foreigners

Thailand Travel Insurance for Foreigners

It is recommended for foreigners traveling to Thailand to have a travel insurance policy before departing to Thailand. This is for their protection during the course of their trip to Thailand.

Having a reliable travel insurance policy that covers disruptions protects the investment you’ve made so you can feel secure and covered while enjoying what Thailand has to offer. Purchasing this travel insurance protection is affordable and worth not paying the hospital bill out of your own pocket. The average travel insurance cost for a trip to Thailand is only around $50 to $100.

Purchasing a protection is affordable than paying the hospital bill out from your pocket. The average travel insurance cost for a trip to Thailand is only around $100 to $150.

Foreigners can get a Thailand travel insurance policy easily and conveniently. Visitors can buy travel insurance online with a credit card and the insurance policy and COVID-19 certificate will be sent to you instantly.

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Flights to Thailand Have Resumed

Regarding flights to Thailand, the normal commercial passenger flights are operating as normal. Before booking flights to Thailand, travelers should ensure that they study the different categories of visas granted to foreign nationals at this time to determine the possibility of travel.

Check within your country’s state department for travel advisories during COVID-19.

No Quarantine Required

Traveling to Thailand has no restrictions at this time.

Thailand Travel Advisory

Travel Advisory for Thailand

Tourism is vital to the economy of Thailand. The Thai government has reopened the Kingdom of Thailand to foreign visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic without restriction.

It is important to review news about fast-changing developments within the country before you make travel plans. Information is available on this website, Tourism Authority of Thailand, and on government sites listed below.

Please research your destination of travel and its travel advisory so you have a pleasant experience for your stay in Thailand.

  • Bangkok: No restrictions
  • Pattaya: No restrictions
  • Phuket: No restrictions
  • Koh Samui: No restrictions
  • Chiang Mai: No restrictions
  • Hua Hin: No restrictions

List of Countries that may allow Travel to Thailand (Check with your Embassy for Travel Advisory):

  • United States citizens should check with the US Department of State for any travel advisory, news, and emergency situations on their website for Thailand Travel Advisory .
  • United Kingdom citizens can check for travel restrictions and news on the FDCO website for Foreign Travel Advice Thailand .

There are no travel requirements and restrictions in place at this time for foreigners entering Thailand.

We recommend contacting your local Thai embassy or consulate before making any plans or reservations. You may also leave your questions in the comment section.

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Top 20 Questions Asked this Week by Our Visitors

What is the visa exemption scheme.

Thailand has a Visa Exemption Scheme that allows nationals from certain countries to enter Thailand for tourism purposes without a visa. Visitors under this scheme will be granted a stay of a specific duration, typically 30 days, but this may vary based on the traveler’s nationality and the current regulations in place.

Where can I apply for a tourist visa for Thailand?

You can apply for a Thai tourist visa at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in your home country or in a third country.

Below are the general steps involved, but note that processes may vary slightly at different embassies or consulates:

Steps to Apply for a Thai Tourist Visa:

In Person or by Mail

  • Find the Nearest Thai Embassy or Consulate: Look for a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence or a neighboring country. You can usually find this information on the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official website or by conducting a simple online search for the Thai Embassy and Consulate near me.
  • Prepare Required Documents: Typically, you will need your passport (with at least six months’ validity), completed visa application form, passport-size photographs, proof of travel arrangements (like flight and hotel bookings), and evidence of financial means.
  • Submit Application: You may need to submit your visa application and required documents in person, although some embassies or consulates may offer online submission or postal services. Be sure to check the specific submission guidelines for the embassy or consulate where you’re applying.
  • Pay Visa Fee: There will usually be a non-refundable visa application fee, which can vary by location and visa type. Payment methods can also differ, so verify this in advance.
  • Wait for Processing: Visa processing times can vary. Some applications are processed in a few days, while others may take weeks. Check the estimated processing time and plan accordingly.
  • Receive Visa: Once approved, you’ll receive your visa, which will be stamped or affixed to a page in your passport. Carefully review the visa to confirm that all information is accurate and understand the terms of your stay.

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Are there any restrictions on tourists coming to Thailand?

Travel restrictions and requirements for entering Thailand can change frequently due to the ongoing global situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, and other factors that might influence travel policies. The information provided here might be outdated, so it is imperative that you check the most current and relevant travel advisories and updates.

Here are some general restrictions and requirements for tourists entering Thailand.

General Entry Requirements:

  • Visa Requirements: Depending on your nationality, you may need a visa to enter Thailand. Some nationals can enter under the Visa Exemption Scheme, while others might need to apply for a visa in advance.
  • Valid Passport: A passport with at least six months of remaining validity is typically required.
  • Proof of Funds: You might need to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.
  • Onward or Return Ticket: Some travelers may need to show a confirmed ticket for return or onward travel.

Additional Restrictions:

  • Travel advisories and restrictions can also depend on the ongoing global and local situation, such as public health concerns, security issues, or other emergencies.

How do I buy an ATK test?

You can also purchase an ATK self-test from pharmacies and 7-11’s in Thailand. They cost between 50-150 Thai baht. ATK testing is optional and not required by the Thai government.

Is Thai Airways operating normal flights in and out of Thailand?

Are masks required to be worn in thailand.

No. You will see many Thai people wearing masks for public health protection.

Is COVID-19 treatment and medicine available to foreigners?

Yes, you may visit any clinic or hospital in Thailand for treatment of COVID-19. Please exercise normal precautions while traveling to obtain treatment if infected or use telemedicine so you can stay safely in your accommodations.

Visitors insured with AXA Travel Insurance will have full coverage for COVID-19 medical treatment. AXA is the most popular Thailand Travel Insurance for foreign travelers.

What is the best time of year to travel to Thailand?

November to February is the best time of year to visit Thailand as it is during the cool season. Thailand has become extremely hot in recent years during the months of April and May.

What activities can you do in Thailand?

  • Island hopping
  • Scuba diving
  • Boat ride in the Andaman sea
  • Eat delicious food
  • Savory and Tasty Thai foods

What is the best way to find hotels?

You can find listings for hotels in all areas at Agoda .

When is the low season for travel to Thailand?

April to May are the hot season. July to September is the rainy period during the year. These months are the low season.

Are there any restrictions for foreign passport holders?

Travel restrictions and requirements for foreign passport holders entering Thailand can vary widely based on a number of factors, including the traveler’s nationality, the purpose of the visit, the duration of the stay, and the current global and local health situation.

General Entry Restrictions:

  • Visa Regulations: Visa policies vary, with some passport holders eligible for visa exemption, visa-on-arrival, or e-visas, while others must secure visas in advance.
  • Passport Validity: A minimum passport validity, often six months, is a standard requirement.
  • Financial Proof: Travelers might need to demonstrate they possess adequate funds for their stay.
  • Return or Onward Ticket: A confirmed ticket for onward or return travel may be necessary.
  • Travel History: Entry restrictions might apply based on recent travel history, including visits to specific countries or regions.

Specific Passport-Based Restrictions:

  • Diplomatic/Official Passports: Holders of diplomatic or official passports may face different entry requirements or procedures.
  • Restricted Nationalities: Some countries impose entry limitations or additional requirements on passport holders from specific nations due to diplomatic relations or security concerns.

Additional Checks and Requirements:

  • Security and Background Checks: Security considerations can lead to additional screening, requirements, or restrictions for travelers from certain countries.

Can I rent a private car/taxi from the airport to the hotel?

Yes. travelers can find metered taxis available outside of the airport. All request the use of the meter. Private cars and car hire are also available at the airport counters. Grab is now available at both international airports in Bangkok.

Does the hotel provide transportation?

Hotels charge an additional fee for transportation to and from the airport. The easiest transportation is the metered taxi or on your Grab app.

What is the best way to exchange currency?

If you need money exchanged to use for transportation it is best to do it once outside the Customs area.

The best exchange rates for Thai currency can be found in tourist areas with popular exchange services such as SuperRich or Dee Money.

What insurance should I get?

The most popular insurance coverage is THB 750,000 coverage for medical expenses due to accidents and illnesses (including COVID-19) and THB 1 million for accidental death and disability. You can find trusted insurance coverage at AXA Thailand .

In case of an accident or sickness during the policy period which requires you to receive continued treatment in the hospital, AXA will cover until:

  • For inpatient: You are discharged from hospital
  • For outpatient: Policy expiry date

What happens after I get my AXA Insurance policy?

After applying for your AXA Insurance, you will receive an email with your policy. You can then upload the policy on your phone for easy reference.

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Just to make totally sure, I’m gonna ask this very simply: I have no vaccination papers. I have no negative Covid test. I have no travel insurance. Am I still allowed to enter Thailand?

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Hello, Lars Andersen.

Unless you are from one of the countries with yellow fever, you do not need to provide vaccination papers and are allowed to enter Thailand.

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How much cash in gbp can I bring into Thailand (phuket) for spending money etc?

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I would like to ask if I am holding an Indian passport with valid Australian tourist visa, do I need a tourist visa? or can I enter Thailand on the basis of my valid Australian visa?

Also if Nepalese passport holder has valid Australian student visa, do they need to apply tourist visa?

Hello, Chandar Parkas Dimri.

You cannot enter Thailand with any Australian visa. You will need to apply for a Thailand Tourist Visa to enter Thailand. If you’re coming to Thailand to study, you will need to apply for an Education Visa.

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I have got a question regarding the updated guidelines as of January 9, 2023

>Airline passengers 18 years old or older must provide proof of full vaccination

I have full vaccination, but it was done in October 2021, do I need to get a new vaccine?

official thailand tourism website

Yes, that is acceptable. You do not need to get a new vaccine. Thank you.

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Hi there, we are looking at coming to Thailand for over 30 days but in 2 stints. We will be doing Bangkok and the north followed by the south a few month later. What kind of VISA do you recommend for this?

You can use the 45 days Visa Exemption stamp on each visit. There is no need to get a visa. Please check this information on this page: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-travel-restrictions-for-november-2022

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We will travel Thailand this Monday..

What are the needed requirements?

Dear Marfele,

You may find the entry requirements here: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-entry-requirements-for-october-2022 Thank you.

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If you are vaccinated and Travel to Thailand without PCR testing before leaving SA do you still need to do PCR when you arrive in Thailand but you are fully vaccinated?

Dear Deidre,

The latest entry requirements are posted here: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-entry-requirements-for-october-2022

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Hi, is there a restriction to travel to Phuket from Malaysia by train? (Travelling from Malaysia to Padang Besar Train Station to Hat Yai Train Station to Phuket train terminal 2). Thanks a lot

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Dear Oscar,

For this month, just prepare your vaccination card and passport. On October 1st, restriction will be removed.

For more information about travel to Thailand, please check this link: https://www.siam-legal.com/legal-guide/how-to-enter-thailand-2022-guide.pdf

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Hi, I’ve read in some of your news that all corona rules fall away from 1 October, that we can travel into the country without having to show a test or certificate. is that right ? Vikram

Dear Vikram,

Yes. Official statement will be announce by the Gazette on October 1st.

For more information about travel to Thailand, please check this link: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-entry-requirements-for-october-2022

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Hello . It says on some Thai websites that from 1 October no one needs a negative test or to show a corona certificate on arrival in Thailand. Is that right ? We will arrive on 1 October in Phuket. Should I be tested as I am not vaccinated?

Dear Albina,

On October 1st, restriction will be removed.

Hello. Should children aged 2 have a negative test ? Up to what age should children have a test ?

If the parents are unvaccinated, children will require too.

Hello again. Is it okay with an Antigen test taken at the hospital or do we have to take only PCR

Yes, It should be professional RAT.

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Yordmanu, I have a current, one year ‘retirement’ visa extension and have just returned to UK after a 90 day Thailand Pass trip. I’ve booked a one-way flight back to Thailand for the 9th. November – Will I have to buy insurance & will I be allowed to travel back to Thailand on this one-way ticket? I have an a Thailand address (30 year lease) and a history of travellng back & forth. Peter

Dear Peter,

Insurance is now an optional. It’s not compulsory but still recommended.

Hello. We will travel to Phuket on 1 October. My husband has a dose of vaccine and has been infected with covid twice. Does he have to prove a negative test or does he have to have proof from the doctor that he has had covid twice and has a vaccine? I am not vaccinated but have undergone covid 2 times the children aged 14 and 11 have not been vaccinated, should they have a test before we arrive? Albina

If fully vaccinated, just vaccination certificate and certificate of recovery since he got infected.

For unvaccinated, you need to have negative RT PCR within 72 hours of your arrival. Same procedure with your kids.

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I am a Thailand passport holder and returning to Chiang Mai from Kuala Lumpur. What requirements do I need to enter Thailand?

Passport and proof of vaccination.

Do you know the phone number of the Thai embassy in Thailand?

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hi, i have 1 question. how about unvaccinated kids age 8-year-old and 4++-year-old?do they need to do pcr test?

If you are fully vaccinated , No. If unvaccinated, same procedure with parents.

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I’m seeing conflicting info. Some websites say yes or no, regarding that before departing to thailand, one must show a negative pcr test. For the most part, it seems like no, you don’t have to.. but then more reputable sites say yes, people need to.

so which is it? planning to depart in october of 2022

Dear Balrto,

Negative RT PCR is for those unvaccinated.

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Is a “supervised RAT travel test” signed and witnessed by a pharmacist in Australia permitted for entry to Thailand?

Dear Nathan,

Yes, it should be a professional RAT.

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Me and my friends will fly to Phuket. Me and my husband have international certificate of vaccination without QR-code on Covid-19. Vaccine is comirnaty (we have two dose and booster) . On website: https://www.tatnews.org/2022/06/covid-19-vaccine-guide-for-travellers-to-thailand/ The information is that when vaccine comirnaty, the 2nd dose must be after 3 weeks, but in my and husband’s certificate is after 4 weeks (first – 19.05.2022, second – 16.06.2022 and booster is 22.01.2022). Is this a problem? Do we need to take a test? Thx You in advance.

No, it means 3 weeks after your shot, more than 21 days in valid.

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Do I need to purchase health insurance if I’m only staying in Bangkok for 1 day since my destination is the following day when I arrived in Bandkok?

Insurance is optional. Not compulsory but still recommended.

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do the vaccine certificates require to have a qr code? or is that up to the discretion of the airline?

Not really, any proof that you are fully vaccinated will be accepted. If so, then maybe it’s the airlines requirements.

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i will arrive bangkok 17:00, transit to Taipei, Taiwan 12:55 on next day. do i still need to book hotel + insurance and proceed PCR test. I am unvaccinated.

Insurance is not compulsory but still recommended. If you are unvaccinated, you need a 72 hours negative RT PCR.

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I have flight 06.10 I’m arrive g to Thailand 07.10. I’m not vaccined is that mean I have to take test 04.10 then is 72h before my arrival or I shuld take tests 05.10 or 06.10?

You can do it on 5.10 , validity should be 72 hours upon arrival.

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Hello, I might be coming to Thailand in the next month or so, coming from China (not a Chinese citizen). I have been vaccinated but my vaccination shows on my phone – is this presentable?

Hi Charles,

Any proof that you are fully vaccinated.

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How long is the Vaccine considered before expiring if I am vaccinated with 2 shots?

Last shot should be not more than 12 months.

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Is a photo copy or a photo of my covid card ok? I left my original at home so I wouldn’t lose it.

Yes, any proof that you are fully vaccinated.

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On your website it says that the test should be done with 72 hours before departure. So is it before departure or arrival? A international flight might take More 30 hours. If there is a delay, 72 hours will easily be passed. If the test is invalid upon arrival, what should be done?

Validity should be within 72 hours of arrival.

I receive my PCR test result by email. Do I need to print it out to show upon arrival? If my result is expired upon arrival, can I do a pcr test I the airport? If so, how much is it?

The result should be valid within 72 hours of your arrival, incase you need to repeat again the test.

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I was just reading a site through Japan Airlines for Thailand entry from United States, it says as of August 31 1. no test required 2. No quarantine

Is this correct?

Thank you Jim

Yes you’re right, no test required if fully vaccinated. If unvaccinated, 72 hours negative RT PCR.

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If I’m unvaccinated I understand that I need to have RT PCR within 72 hours upon arrival, but do I also HAVE to quarantine upon arrival in addition to the test?

No quarantine upon arrival if you have negative result.

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I have 2 doses of pfizer is it considered fully vaccinated? I got my 2nd shot last Oct. 2021 and I will be travelling on Aug.3. Do I need to show RT-PCR negative result ?

Yes, 2 doses is fully vaccinated.

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I know that for the moment i can enter with test but what are the chances that the thai government will change the rules and make the vaccination obligatory again for 5 octobre? thanks

i am not vaccinated but i will be travelling to thailand on 5 october.

Do I only need a negative covid test to enter thailand?

And what are the chances that the thai government will change the rules and make the vaccination obligatory again? If so, how long before I should be vaccinated in order to travel safely on the 5th of october?

Yes, you can still enter even unvaccinated. You just need to have RT PCR within 72 hours upon arrival.

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Hi there, just wondering if transiting in Bangkok (not leaving the airport) on the way to Malaysia if I still need to provide a RT/PCR test? I am not vaccinated. Thanks in advance

The unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated travellers without a negative test result within 72 hours of travel is required to follow the public health instructions and guidelines as deemed appropriate by the Health Control officer at the point of arrival.

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A little urgent!

Hi! I am have 2 doses of pfizer vaccine but it has expired 2 months ago, I have read that i am still able to travel in there as thailand do not request for the booster.

Is that correct? Hope someone replies me fast. Thank you ser/madam!

Yes, 2 doses is fully vaccinated . Your last shot should not be longer than 12 months, otherwise, you need to get booster.

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We are arriving in BKK on the 29th and are not vaccinated or recovered.

I would like to know if we can get vaccinated this week. Is the vaccine already valid or is it necessary, for example, to be vaccinated since 20 days minimum for the vaccine to be valid in Thailand?

Have a good day

Hi Grandjean,

14 days of your vaccination.

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You do not need to be vaccinated to go to Thailand. Just take an official antigen test 72 hours before departure.

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Hi, for the insurance policy how many days should I buy if I will be staying in thailand for 5 days?

You can get the period of your stay or even 1 week.

How long do we have to be vaccinated for the Covid certificate to be valid?

Not more than 12 months with your last shot. If so, you can get booster.

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Hi, thank you for your work. So unvaccinated travelers who got Covid recently in a month can submit a recovery certificate instead of a negative test result to enter Thailand. Is that right that I understand? or must submit a negative test result even though got Covid recently? Also, what is the acceptable date for a recent recovery? Is it 30 days or 40days?

If you recovered at covid, you need to get certificate of recovery . You still need to get a 72 hours negative RT PCR if you are unvaccinated, that is the requirements for unvaccinated traveler.

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Hi!. I’m travelling from the UK to BKK on 30th Aug., 2022. I’m over 60 and had both my vaccination jabs plus a booster shot back in 2021. Is there anything else I need to enter Thailand?. 😀

Just vaccination certificate and passport.

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hi iam travelling to Thailand from Kuwait will transit in Bangkok then internal flight to koh samui for 12 days then to Phuket for another 12 days iam not vaccinated please advise with needed documents and when i travel from koh samui to phuket do i need to do PCR?

and it will be undergo quarantine for unvaccinated travellers?

For unvaccinated traveler, you need to have negative 72 hours RT PCR.

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Yes, most hotel had their own discount and promotion, you can stay in any hotel you want. You can also check here https://www.agoda.com/search?cid=1897011&city=9395

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Hi We are travelling to Phuket Airport and on to hotel in Khao Lak on 25 November from UK for 15 nights. We have had 3 Vaccinations, the latest one December 21. Do we need another one given it will be a year since the last one. What is the longest time since last vaccination to be considered fully vaccinated.

It should not last more than 12 months.

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Hi i am planning to visit in thailand next year with my family for a week, do we need to get a visa? Or what are the requirements? Thank you

You can check with this site if you are eligible for visa exemption which means that you can enter Thailand without visa for 30 days. https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-visa-exemption-and-bilateral-agreement

You can check this site if you are eligible for visa exemption which means that you can enter Thailand without visa for 30 days. https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-visa-exemption-and-bilateral-agreement

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Hi, i am traveling to Bangkok 29th of august. I got world travel insurance her in Danmark, please let me know if need to buy any extra insurance. I am fully vaccinated. thanks

Hi Maqsood,

Insurance is not compulsory but highly suggested.

Hi, I am unvaccinated and got Covid 2 weeks ago and gonna visit Thailand in 14days. In this case, recovery certificate can be submitted instead of negative results from ATK or PCR test? Because dead covid virus can be left in the body and some people got still positive results after they got covid. I will flight from Korea.

Yes, bring your certificate of recovery.

Thank you. So do you mean that I can submit a recovery certificate in recent instead of the negative test result? Is that right that I understand?

You need to bring the certificate of you recovery so the health representative can check the level status of your infection just incase you get positive result again.

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hi is a booster covid19 vaccine mandatory to enter Thailand? I’m vaccinated with 1 J&J last Aug 2021 which only needs 1 shot. would this be an issue?

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Hello Vans,

If you’re fully vaccinated, you must show proof of vaccination a booster isn’t required for entry at this stage.

thank you mary for this.

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I need to transit from BKK to Mumbai in 5 hours gap .Unfortunately,I can’t get thorough check in because I bought different airlines.So,I need to pass the immigration of Thuwaanabumi Air port and collect my luggage and again I need to entry into Department of that airport.Is it ok for me because I will re entry into BKK after 4 days.My trip is tomorrow.

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Hi. If i’m travelling with my family from malaysia to thailand and one of my child 12 yr old is not vaccine can my child enter thailand together with us ( already complete vaccine . do she need to perform atk ?

Hello Saiful,

Children under the age of 18 do not need a certificate of vaccination if they are travelling with fully vaccinated parents. If they travel with parents who are not fully vaccinated, they must present an RT-PCR / Professional ATK COVID-19 test result issued within 72 hours before departure.

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Im fully vaccinated , do i still need to stay at a SHAplus hotel when i visit thailand?

You can enter in any hotel you want.

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I cannot enter into Thailand within 14th days from tested positive. Correct? Thailand Embassy of Japan and Singapore informed me like that.

As long as you are fully recovered and tested negative after your quarantine period, you can able to travel in Thailand.

For those previously infected with COVID-19 are considered fully vaccinated if they have received a single dose of COVID-19 vaccine at any time after their recovery.

Please be advised that your proof or medical record of COVID-19 recovery must be shown alongside your single-dose vaccination certificate.

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My daughter got covid last Sunday. I have lived in Singapore, and in SIngapore, can go out from 7th day(1st day is positive day) I have a plan to go to Thailand this Sunday. When I called and asked Thailand embassy in Japan today, embassy officer mentaioned she cannot enter Thailand within14days from positive result tested.. Also it is showing in homepage in Thailand embassy of Japan. If she with negative and doctor record , she can go in Thailand before 14days?

Hello Kato,

My daughter got covid last Sunday. I have lived in Singapore, and in SIngapore, can go out from 7th day(1st day is positive day) I have a plan to go to Thailand this Sunday. When I called and asked Thailand embassy in Japan today, embassy officer mentaioned she cannot enter Thailand within14days from positive result tested.. Also it is showing in homepage in Thailand embassy of Japan.

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Hello Do i still need a test 72 hrs before departure if I have 1 of the 2 Covid vaccines and just recovered from Covid? Thank you

Hello Tash,

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Hi, I’m from Malaysia. Yesterday on 1 August 2022 I tested positive for covid-19 by using the RTK-Nasal swab self-test kit. According to Ministry of Health of Malaysia, I only need to quarantine for 7 days since I have taken the 3 dos of the covid-19 vaccine. However, I am required to attend a regional meeting in Bangkok on 15 August 2022. Can I enter Bangkok on the 14 of August since we will be traveling to Bangkok 1 day earlier?

Sorry to hear that. Yes, you can still travel to Thailand as long as after you have quarantined you tested negative. And just provide your proof or medical record of COVID-19 recovery alongside of your vaccination certificate.

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I am travelling to Bangkok on 10th August to visit a bank on the 11th August and departing Bangkok on 12th August for UK. I am fully vaccinated in Cambodia with 3 vaccinations. I am a British citizen. Do I require a PCR test before I enter Thailand?

Hello Robert,

Since you are fully vaccinated you don’t need a negative RT-PCR test result. Just provide your proof of vaccination upon arrival, that would be enough.

hi im planning to visit phuket and bangkok , is there a minimum days i have to spend at phuket before going to bangkok ?

Hello Bell,

There’s no minimum days you can stay on each area in Thailand, as long as your visa are still valid you are free to travel around.

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I have one shot of a two-shot vaccine + a booster (in total 2 shots). The reason I only had one shot the first time is because I had been infected with COVID and therefore according to local regulations one shot was enough. Am I considered fully vaccinated for travel to Thailand?

Thank you for your prompt response. To clear out, I have proof that I was tested positive and then subsequently negative test. The report is in Italian (I live in Italy), but the words “positivo” and “negativo” are pretty clear. The tests were conducted by an accredited private hospital in Milan, Italy. I assume I would be able to use this?

If you can provide the English translation that would be better, but if you only have written in Italian you can still use that.

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Hi there, I am from UK. I plan to visit Thailand in mid of August 2022 with my 12 years old son. I had 3 Covid Vaccines but my son hasn’t receive them yet. Does my son need to do Fit to Fly Pro-Antigen Covid test or he doesn’t need to do it? Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you.

Hello Tidaratt,

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Will I be able to enter Thailand with the negative result of PCR Test 72 hrs? The lab has the PCR Test. They said the PCR Test and the RT-PCR Test is the same thing.

Hello Usanee,

The RT-PCR test and PCR test are different, however, any of those are accepted as long as it was issued by a certified Clinic or Hospital, containing personal information of the travelers and information of the vaccine (name, batch number, dates).

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I have an appointment with Medical facility in Bangkok, for yearly medical checkups at the end of August 2020. I have already took COVID 19 full vaccination (1st, 2nd and booster). My visa will stamped on arrival at the air port since my country is not in the list Thai visa except countries. So what else required from?

Hello Assefa,

The entry measures for Thai and Foreign Nationals are only proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result within 72 hours of travel. These can be in a print or digital format.

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I am from Kuwait, I am a two-dose restaurant and I have health insurance. Do I need anything else to enter Thailand?

Hello Nael,

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Hi, may I know what’s the procedure if foreigners get COVID during their stay in Thailand?

Anyone who tests positive, regardless of whether they have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 90 days, are required to quarantine at their own expense for 10-14 days or possibly longer depending on their situation and under the direction of public health officials.

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Hi, do you need to be vaccinated to enter Thailand? Or is a PCR test acceptable when taken 3 days before arriving?

Hello Eliana,

Full vaccination is not mandatory to enter Thailand, however, if you provide your proof of vaccination, you won’t need to present a negative PCR test.

A negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result must be issued within 72 hours before departure.

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I need to make a trip to Thailand in early October for business meetings with our local office as well as clients in Bangkok. Since the trip is not for tourism purposes, do I need to get a visa (U.S. passport holder traveling from the U.S.)

Hello Dawn,

If you’ll stay less than 30 days in Thailand, you don’t need to apply for a visa since U.S Passport holders are entitled for 30 days visa exemption.

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Hi. I m planning to travel to Thailand in September/October. I have 2 sinovac shots that are confirmed in a local covid19 vaccination card in English incl. Batch numbers etc but I don’t have the yellow WHO vaccination certificate booklet. Is my local certificate valid or do I need the yellow WHO booklet? Thanks a lot and kind regards Thomas

Hello Thomas,

You don’t need a yellow booklet, just provide the proof of your vaccination given by your country.

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Hi , I am planning to travel to Thailand in October for 1 week . I have received the Johnson and Johnson single dose covid vaccine. Do I have to get a booster shot to or am I considered vaccinated

Hello Naomi,

Travelers to Thailand, foreign and Thai, are considered fully vaccinated if they get their second dose of a 2-dose vaccine no less than 14 days before their travel date to Thailand also if they get a single-dose vaccine no less than 14 days before their travel date to Thailand.

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Hi I am a U.K. citizen I am fully vaccinated plus had a 3 rd booster jab in December 2021 , I am planing to go to thailand in October 2022 , for 2 weeks am I considered fully vaccinated or would I need a 4 th booster vaccination Thanks in advance

Hello Eddie,

Travelers to Thailand are considered fully vaccinated if they have already a 2-dose of vaccine.

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May I ask Children under 18 without vaccinated who are traveling with vaccinated parents can enter to Thailand?

Yes they can. Thailand has no COVID restrictions anymore.

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Dear, I am French citizen, I plan to come from 08/08 to Thailand: – Do I need visa or there is a 30 days exemption for French citizen ? – In case there is a Visa exemption, do I need to register somewhere or I just need to show up at the customs ? Thank you

Hello Quentin,

France Passport holders not required to obtain a visa when entering Thailand for tourism purposes and will be permitted to stay in Thailand for a period not exceeding 30 days on each visit. The visa will be stamp by the Immigration officer on the day you have arrived in Thailand.

Hi Quentin,

Check here if you are eligible for visa exemption, https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-visa-exemption-and-bilateral-agreement

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Do you have to book a SHA hotel on first night if your already vaccinated?

Hello Timmy,

If you are fully vaccinated, you don’t need a hotel booking confirmation just provide a proof of your vaccination.

You can stay in any hotel of you choice.

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Hi I am fully vaccinated 2 dose with moderna But it is 1 year ago already since I got my second dose. I do not have booster. Do I need booster to enter Thailand now?

Yes, last shot should not more than 12 months.

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I am considering booking an airbnb in Phuket but have concerns about legality. I am seeing mix reviews online stating that it is illegal to book villas in Thailand for less than 30 days. Can you please clarify if it will be legal to book a villa in Phuket for 5 days or less. The villa is listed on Airbnb website.

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/43272871?adults=6&children=0&infants=0&check_in=2023-05-20&check_out=2023-05-23&source_impression_id=p3_1658235414_A4%2B4qyfIvFCIfYDo

Dear Rochelle,

When you come to Thailand, you are allowed to stay in a hotel, hostel, villa or private residence such as house or condo. Thank you.

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I live in HK and will have a flight to Australia and transit in Thailand. I am not vaccinated. Do i have to do test? Thank you

Yes, for unvaccinated you need 72 hours RT PCR .

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Hi, Do I still have to fill up and get the Thai Pass and purchase USD10,000 covid coverage as of today 19 July 2022? Fyi, I am from Malaysia.

Thailand Pass was no longer required, no need to apply. Insurance is not compulsory but highly recommended, better to get for security.

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Is 2time vaccination sinovac aprroved in Thailand ?

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