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How to apply for a visa to come to the UK

Choose a visa.

You may need a visa to come to the UK to study, work, visit or join family.

There are different visas depending on:

• where you come from
• why you want to come to the UK
• how long you want to stay for
• your personal circumstances and skills

Before you apply, you must check if you need a visa and what type you need. Depending on your nationality, you might not need a visa to visit or transit through the UK.

Your application must be approved before you travel.

You do not need to apply for a visa if you’re an Irish citizen.

If you want to visit the UK

Apply for a Standard Visitor visa to visit the UK for up to 6 months. For example:

• for a holiday or to see family and friends
• for a business trip or meeting
• to do a short course of study

You must apply for a Marriage Visitor visa if you want to visit the UK to get married or register a civil partnership.

If you have a visitor visa you cannot take a job in the UK.

If you’re travelling through the UK

You might need a visa if you’re travelling through the UK on your way to another country, for example if you have a layover between flights.

Apply for a visa to travel through the UK .

If you want to study in the UK

Your course length, type and place of study affect which visa to apply for.

A Standard Visitor visa lets you do a short course of study that lasts no longer than 6 months.

A Short-term study visa lets you come to the UK to study an English language course that is over 6 months and up to 11 months.

A Student visa is usually for a longer course. You must be sponsored by a licensed college or university and have a confirmed place. On this visa, you may be able to do some work.

A Child Student visa is for 4 to 17 year olds who want to study at an independent school. If you’re 16 or over, this visa lets you do some work.

If you want to work in the UK

You can work in the UK on a short or long-term basis with a work visa. There are many types of work visa .

The visa you need depends upon:

• your skills and qualifications
• if you have a job offer and sponsorship
• if you want to bring your family with you
• what you’ll be doing - for example sporting, charitable or religious work

You can set up a business with an Innovator Founder visa .

If you want to join family in the UK

If you’re a spouse, partner or family member of someone who has British citizenship or settlement in the UK, you can apply for a family visa to join them. They may need to show that they can support you financially.

You may be able to apply for indefinite leave to remain ( ILR ) after a set amount of time living in the UK.

If your family member is in the UK on a visa

You may be able to apply for a visa to join a family member who’s in the UK on a visa. They must be either:

• your spouse or partner
• your parent if you’re 18 or under

Check what visa you’ll need to join them.

Family reunion visas for refugees

If you were separated from your partner or child when you were forced to leave your country, they can apply to join you in the UK.

Your family members can apply if you have been given asylum or 5 years’ humanitarian protection, and not have British citizenship.

If your family member is from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein

You can apply for a free EU Settlement Scheme family permit to come to the UK if you have a close family member who:

• was living in the UK by 31 December 2020
• has pre-settled or settled status
• you had a relationship with by 31 December 2020 (unless you’re applying for a child who was born or adopted after this date)

Close family members include your spouse or civil partner, child, grandchild, parent or grandparent.

A family permit lets you live, work and study in the UK for up to 6 months. You can apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to stay in the UK after your family permit expires. You usually need to apply within 3 months of arriving in the UK.

Other ways to get permission to live in the UK

If you’re from the eu, switzerland, norway, iceland or liechtenstein.

If you started living in the UK by 31 December 2020, you may be able to apply to the free EU Settlement Scheme instead of applying for a visa. The deadline to apply was 30 June 2021, but you can still apply if you can show reasonable grounds for the delay in applying.

Check if you can still apply to the EU Settlement Scheme .

You can only apply from outside the UK if you have a valid passport or national identity card with a biometric chip.

Commonwealth citizens

You can apply for an Ancestry visa to work in the UK if you have a British grandparent and meet other eligibility criteria.

You may have right of abode to live in the UK.

If you’re a Commonwealth citizen and cannot prove your right to be in the UK, read about the Windrush scheme .

Returning residents

You’ll need to apply for a returning resident visa to come back to the UK if one of the following is true:

you had indefinite leave to remain under the EU Settlement Scheme (‘settled status’) and left the UK for more than 5 continuous years (or 4 continuous years if you’re a Swiss citizen or their family member)

you had permanent permission to stay in the UK (‘indefinite leave to remain’) but it was not under the EU Settlement Scheme and you left the UK for more than 2 years

Other visas

There may be another visa that’s right for you based on your circumstances. Check if you need a visa and what other visas you’re eligible for.

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Thailand Visa for UK Citizens: Visa for Thailand from UK

Do UK citizens need a visa for Thailand? Thailand visa for UK citizens is not required for short term visit to Thailand. If you're British and hold a passport issued by the United Kingdom which is valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival, you can visit Thailand on a  Free Visa Exemption  as long as your planned stay in Thailand doesn't exceed 30 days. For a longer stay UK citizens need to get a  Thailand Visa  in advance.

Thailand Visa Exemption for UK Citizens

UK citizens can stay in Thailand without a visa for up to 30 days. The duration of visa-exempt stay is the same for the arrivals at the airports and border crossings but the number of times you can use visa exemption when crossing by land during the year is limited.

As a citizen of the United Kingdom you can use Thailand  Free Visa-Exempt Stay  if you have the following:

• UK citizen passport valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival
• A return or onward travel ticket within 30 days
• Dully filled-in  Thailand Arrival Card (currently only required when arriving by land or by sea)
• A proof of funds  - at least 10,000 THB per person and 20,000 THB per family in cash (equivalent in any currency)

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Thailand Tourist Visa for UK Citizens

If you're a citizen of the United Kingdom and you have a plan to stay in Thailand for more than 30 days, you should get another type of Thailand Visa in advance. As a tourist, you mainly have two Thailand visa options to choose from -  Single-Entry Tourist Visa  or Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa .

In UK you can apply for Thailand visa at Royal Thai Embassy in London . Currently application for Thailand visa in UK is processed online via Thailand E-Visa Website .

Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa for UK Citizens

Single-Entry Tourist Visa is valid for entering Thailand once within 3 months from the date of application. The period of stay is 60 days maximum (starting from the day you enter Thailand). Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa can be applied for at other Thai embassies or consulates worldwide so for UK citizens it's not mandatory to apply in the United Kingdom.

When applying for Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa from UK you will need:

• Passport  valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival.
• Appropriate passport type photo taken within the last six months.
• Visa declaration that must be downloaded and signed.
• Travel booking confirmation with flight details showing applicant’s name, departure date, all flights en route from UK to Thailand and onward flight to another destination.
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand (book your hotel on Booking.com  or  Agoda as bookings on these online platforms are usually accepted with no problem) .
• Financial evidence , such as your recent official UK bank statement showing your name, address, and a minimum closing balance of 500 GBP, proof of earnings (payslips) or sponsorship letter from your sponsor with official ID and their Bank Statements.
• Confirmation of legal residence in UK.
• A confirmation letter from employer, School, Self-assessment, Pension statement.    
• International travel record over the past 12 months from the application date.
• Visa fee - 30 GBP when applying in the UK.

Thailand visa for UK citizens can also be issued by Thai Embassies and Thai Consulates in other countries, such as  Laos ,  Malaysia ,  Singapore ,  Indonesia  etc.

Thailand Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa for UK Citizens

Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa is valid for entering Thailand within 6 months from the date of application. The period of stay is 60 days maximum per stay. You may enter Thailand again as long as the visa is still valid. UK citizens can apply for Thailand Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa only at  Thai embassy in the United Kingdom . Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa for British costs 150 GBP.

When applying for Thai Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa from UK you will need:

• Passport  valid for at least 1 year from the day of application.
• Travel booking confirmation with flight details showing applicant’s name, departure date, all flights en route from UK to Thailand and onward flight to another destination (of the first visit).
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand for the first visit (book your hotel on  Booking.com  or  Agoda as bookings on these online platforms are usually accepted with no problem) .
• Financial evidence (current balance not less than 200,000 THB for the past 6 months), such as your recent official UK bank statement showing your name, address, and a minimum closing balance of 5,000 GBP, proof of earnings (payslips) or sponsorship letter from your sponsor with official ID and their Bank Statements.
• Visa fee - 150 GBP.

Thailand E-Visa Application

From 1 April 2019, visa applicants in the UK and Ireland should apply for Thailand visa online . Some Thai embassies and consulates in other countries around the world are also using Thailand E-Visa application service but not everywhere it is the case yet.

More information about application for Thai visa online can be found here:  Thailand E-Visa Application .

Your stay in Thailand  can be extended  once per entry. In most cases it can be extended by 30 days. For more information check:  Thai Visa Extension .

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Visa-free access to the UK in new roadmap pact signed in Bangkok on flying visit by Cameron

• March 21, 2024 at 11:32 pm
• by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor
• in Living , Personal , Thai World , Thailand
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VISA WAIVER FOR THAIS GOING TO THE UK | One of the goals of the UK-Thai Strategic Partnership agreement signed with UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron on Wednesday is to allow Thai passport holders visa-free access to the United Kingdom on short-term visits for tourism or business.

On Wednesday, Thailand signed a roadmap agreement with the United Kingdom elevating the Western country as a strategic partner. The deal was inked on a flying visit to Bangkok by newly appointed UK Foreign Secretary and former Prime Minister, David Cameron. A key upshot of this agreement is that active talks will now focus on granting visa-free access to Thai passport holders in the United Kingdom. It comes with a mounting number of Thais living in the United Kingdom and Brits in Thailand. At the same time, the agreement is coming with rising geopolitical tension in the Indo-Pacific. Part of this week’s agreement was enhanced security cooperation between the two kingdoms.

In a significant diplomatic move, Thailand and the United Kingdom have elevated their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership. This has been described as a roadmap for closer ties between the countries.

In Bangkok, on Wednesday, top Foreign Ministry officials were certainly upbeat.

In short, they heralded it as a significant milestone in 170 years of diplomatic ties.

Visit by Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton to Thailand. New strategic partnership deal brings Thailand closer to a visa-free waiver and a full trade pact

The announcement came during the official visit of Mr David Cameron, Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton. The UK’s Foreign Secretary was in Thailand on March 20, 2024.

The 57-year-old Foreign Minister recently made a surprise return to the UK’s political arena. He was appointed Foreign Secretary out of the blue by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in November 2023. In turn, he was elevated as Lord Cameron in order to be seated in the House of Lords. Markedly, he is no longer a sitting MP.

Cameron was responsible the Brexit referendum in the United Kingdom in 2016. It was part of his government’s 2015 election-winning manifesto.

Afterwards, he resigned when the shock decision for Britain to exit the European Union was made clear. 

Previously, he was the UK Prime Minister from 2020 until 2016 and won two General Elections. His visit to Thailand, on Wednesday, came while on his way to an annual meeting with top Australian officials in Canberra.

Free trade pact talks began in late 2020. In 2022 the kingdom entered into an Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP) with regular meetings on bilateral trade

It is coming with red-hot geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, Mr Parnpree Bahiddha-Nu-Kara, warmly welcomed Mr Cameron. The new agreement, he promised, will strengthen the bonds between the two nations.

A key focus of the talks was the enhancement of economic ties, with discussions revolving around preparations for a free trade agreement (FTA).

Thailand began talks on a free trade pact with the United Kingdom in late 2020. It came as the United Kingdom finalised its future European Union relationship.

Thailand urged to get on the ball as the full Brexit gets the green light with Christmas Eve trade pact  

Subsequently, in 2022, it entered into an Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP). This entails regular meetings to review and expand bilateral trade. 

Thailand seeks full trade access to the United Kingdom. Foreign Ministry must also negotiate the choppy waters of geopolitical tensions in Asia over China

On Wednesday, Mr Parnpree emphasised the potential of the new agreement in raising cooperation between the two kingdoms. In short, Thailand is anxious to expand market access across the world and attract inward investment.

Moreover, both sides are embarking on a programme of enhanced security cooperation.

The agreement foresees future development in areas such as science, technology, tourism and education. Thailand needs to upgrade its standard of education at all levels including achieving greater proficiency in English.

Undoubtedly, a key goal for Thailand in future is a visa waiver agreement for Thai ordinary passport holders.

Thailand is pursuing a similar concession with European Union countries or the Schengen zone. It comes after its agreement with China which went into effect on March 1st.

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Srettha plans a visa-free hub by asking the European Union for a mutual visa waiver similar to China

Thailand’s current foreign affairs policy is to raise the kingdom’s position as a world player. This includes strengthening the power of the Thai passport abroad.

Visa exemption for Thai passport holders travelling to Britain is bolstered by increasing numbers of Anglo-Thai relationships, expats and foreign tourism

The visa exemption for Thai travellers, additionally, would mark a significant step towards easier travel between both countries. In turn, this will assist in promoting people-to-people exchanges. 

Indeed there are already strong community bonds between Thailand and the United Kingdom.

Large numbers of nationals from both countries have formed relationships and familial bonds since the internet era began.

Subsequently, fears about immigration and stronger safeguards have inadvertently penalised genuine UK and Thai citizens. It is hoped that closer ties between the two countries will be advantageous to this growing and positive community.

In foreign policy terms, Thailand is seen as a pivotal and important player in Asia by Western powers.

Of course, the United Kingdom is a staunch US ally as indeed is Thailand on paper. But in the last two decades, Thailand is seen as having moved dangerously close to China.

The discussions between Mr Cameron and Mr Parnpree took place in this context. 

Discussions touched on the critical situations in Gaza and Myanmar. Both countries have roles to play and vested interests in furthering the cause of peace

At length, they additionally extended to regional and global issues. Particular attention was given to the increasingly critical situation in Myanmar.

At the same time, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and no doubt, Middle Eastern concerns over Gaza.

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The latter comes with Thai hostages still being held by the terror group Hamas in the war ravaged enclave.

The United Kingdom, like Thailand, is a close friend of Israel and the United States. At the same time, both kingdoms now have significant Muslim minorities.

Simultaneously, attacks by Houthis on shipping in the Red Sea are a rising worry. In short, this has also created problems for Thailand’s already challenged export industry.

Thailand expressed gratitude to the UK for supporting its application to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). 

Unquestionably, this highlights the close cooperation and mutual support between the two countries. Similarly, both countries benefit from a stable international order and peace, something increasingly under threat.

The UK sees Thailand as an important player in the Indo-Pacific. Both countries are anxious to underline their status as powers in their own right

A pivotal moment in the visit was the signing of the Thailand-UK Strategic Partnership Roadmap by Mr Parnpree and Mr Cameron.

This roadmap formalises the elevation of bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. At length, it makes the UK the first country in the European region to be recognised as such by Thailand.

Additionally, an Air Services Agreement was signed. In short, this paves the way for enhanced connectivity through direct flights between Thailand and the UK.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Cameron accentuated the importance of the strategic partnership. He highlighted Thailand’s role as a significant player in the Indo-Pacific region.

Both countries are anxious to stress their world role in their own right.

Thailand wants to be seen as independent of the United States and China.

At the same time, the United Kingdom is forging a singular course apart from the European Union and America. 

Cameron underlined the economic benefits to the UK of closer trade and business with Thailand. He highlighted this on a visit to a Thai Air Force base

Mr Cameron emphasised the potential for economic growth and job creation in the UK through collaboration with countries like Thailand.

Especially in the face of global challenges such as climate change and the dawn of a new technological era.

The new partnership, in particular, will promote health and energy research.

In addition, it supports green growth initiatives in Thailand. The launch of a fund worth up to £6 million to boost green growth was noted.

This demonstrates the UK’s commitment to supporting sustainable development in Thailand.

‘South East Asia is a commercial powerhouse and Thailand is one of the biggest economies of the lot. Working with countries in this region means jobs and growth back here in the UK,’ Lord Cameron announced before departing the United Kingdom. ‘Thailand is a founding member of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) and an influential player across the Indo-Pacific region. We will continue to work with them to address shared global challenges that affect us all – including the impacts of climate change, rapid technological development, and threats to global health.’

Furthermore, Mr Cameron’s visit included engagements aimed at strengthening defence cooperation. One aspect of his visit was a trip to a Royal Thai Air Force base.

There, he inspected jet fighters using British-made components.

Consequently, he told reporters that this category of exports to Thailand generated £300 million for the British economy annually.

New strategic partnership and roadmap initiative will lead to Thai passport holders eventually having visa-free access to Britain for short-term visits

Significantly, this aspect of the bilateral relations is becoming increasingly more important. Certainly, it is linked to a growing belligerence in the region from Beijing. In short, a heightened threat of war, something which is now a very real possibility.

An issue of key concern for Thai officials is a reciprocal visa arrangement.

Indeed, this is highlighted in the extended roadmap of Anglo-Thai relations. This would, in effect, eventually offer visa-free facilities for Thai passport holders travelling to Britain. This waiver would only apply to short-term visits for such purposes as tourism or business trips.

Subsequently, it is hoped that Thai tourists and related family members living in Thailand will be able to fly to the United Kingdom without prior visa approval.

The moves would be of considerable convenience to the growing number of Anglo-Thai families. In view of the fact that these now number in the hundreds of thousands.

Approximately eighty six thousand UK nationals currently live in Thailand. This is according to the 2023 Thai census figures. 70% of these are male, many with Thai relationship partners.

Currently, the United Kingdom is one of approximately 40 countries that already enjoy visa-free entry into Thailand.

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Carla Boonkong is a magazine writer who writes extensively about woman's issues in Thailand. One of her key subjects is the story of Thailand's growing influence in the world and the role played by Thai women in the process. She is now a staff writer with Thai Examiner.com in Bangkok. Son Nguyen is an international writer and news commentator specialising in Thai news and current affairs. He commenced working with the Thai Examiner News Desk in May 2018.

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The newest articles are at the top of the page. Sometimes the information in the newer articles supersedes information further down the page, especially in the ever changing covid situation. Immigration requirements change on a regular basis. For the latest update contact us directly.

UK Passport Warning

Holidaymakers, tourists and anyone planning to visit Thailand are urged to check their passports before they set off as documents which appear in date may not be valid on arrival.

Up to 70 countries, including Thailand, require you to have six months left on your passport when you travel, meaning that even if it has not yet technically expired, you may be banned from travelling. Other countries have similar rules requiring anything from 45 days to three months remaining.

This rule is especially important if you still have a red passport, which are no longer being issued after the UK left the EU meaning many red passports are due to expire earlier than the document states. Some red passports were given an extra 6 months on top of the normal 10 years but this is not being honoured since the EU exit.

New tax on all foreign arrivals

A trip to thailand is about to get a little more expensive. starting june 1, 2023 the country will impose a tourism tax on international visitors, the thai government confirmed on tuesday..

Those who arrive by air will be taxed 300 baht (roughly US$9, which will be added into airfare) and those by land or water transportation will be charged 150 baht (US$4). The year-round tax will only apply to those staying overnight in the country, children under 2 or those traveling on diplomatic passports or work permits will be exempt.

The tax, which was proposed by the National Tourism Policy Committee and has been under consideration since before the pandemic, has been criticized by the local tourism industry, according to the Bangkok Post .

Government officials say it will help offset medical costs tourists accrue at public hospitals, which totalled between US$8 and 11 million from 2017 and 2019, the tourism and sports minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn told reporters on Tuesday. Despite this, tourists should not view it as free travel insurance. It will also support domestic tourism development. This year alone, the tax could generate more than US$115 million.

Beyond the upcoming tourism tax, there are no restrictions for leisure travellers to enter Thailand, other than having a passport with at least six months of validity from your arrival. Many nations citizens’ don’t need a visa for stays fewer than 30 days, (45 until March 31) but Thai immigration officials or airline staff may require proof of an onward or return ticket. All coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.

New covid restrictions?

6th january 2023.

You may have read in the last 24 hours on certain websites, that a negative PCR test is now required once again to enter Thailand together with a covid vaccination certificate. Please note this is FALSE information. We have had this confirmed by email from the Tourism Authority of Thailand in Bangkok who state:-

"Thailand continues to welcome all international tourists under the fully-reopen-to-tourism policy that was introduced on 1 October, 2022.  International travellers arriving in Thailand are not required to show proof of vaccination. In addition, foreign tourists are not required to show ATK or RT-PCR test results".

It seems some sources jumped the gun and assumed the new restrictions on Chinese and Indian travellers returning home applied to all! Always check here first for the latest Thai Visa News.

End to Covid Restrictions for Travellers

Thailand’s centre of covid-19 situation administration (ccsa) has announced the ending of the nationwide covid-19 emergency decree as of 30 september, 2022, as the kingdom reclassifies covid-19 from ‘a dangerous communicable disease’ to ‘a communicable disease under surveillance’ from 1 october, 2022..

From that date, international travellers to Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results.

The ending of the COVID-19 Emergency Decree, which has been in place for 19 times since 25 March, 2020, will result to the CCSA be automatically dissolved, and all the regulations, announcements, and orders issued by the Prime Minister and the Cabinet under the decree be revoked. Since the pandemic, Thailand has gradually reopened to international tourism starting in July 2021 with the Phuket Sandbox, Samui Plus, and 7+7 Extension programmes. This was followed by a four-phase reopening timeline from October 2021 to January 2022.

The kingdom began fully reopening from 1 July, 2022, with the removal of the Thailand Pass registration scheme, and foreign nationals only be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative ATK test result within 72 hours of travel, this will be lifted from 1 October, 2022, onwards.

In addition, the cabinet approved extending the period of stay to 45 days (from 30 days) for tourists from countries/territories entitled for visa exemption, and to 30 days (from 15 days) for those eligible for a Visa on Arrival (VOA). This will be in effect from 1 October, 2022, until 31 March, 2023.  

New Passenger Validation System  unveiled in Bangkok

Bangkok’s suvarnabhumi airport has announced the activation of a new passenger validation system (pvs) from 1 september, 2022, as part of its overall security upgrade and service improvement..

The PVS system is an important enhancement that is being made for the safety of all passengers and staff and to better improve traffic flow through Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is the primary international gateway to Thailand and aims to position itself as one of the world’s premier airports.

From then, the PVS will be in operation at: • The entrance to the domestic departure checkpoints behind the check-in counters at Rows C-D (a total of eight units in place); • The entrance to the international departure passenger checkpoints at Zone 2, behind check-in counters at Rows J-K (two units), and behind check-in counters at Rows L-M (two units); • The entrance up to the international departure passenger checkpoints at Zone 3, behind the check-in counters at Rows S-T (three units).

The PVS verifies passenger travel information to optimise the screening capability and increase safety standards. It works by having passengers place their paper or E-boarding passes onto the machine scanner which will read and check their travel information. This enables the screening of passengers with precise accuracy and prevents unauthorised persons from entering airside and restricted areas. It can also prevent boarding passes that have already gone through the system from being reused.

To facilitate passengers in using the PVS, airport staff will be on hand to provide advice and assistance where necessary.  

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TM6 Entry Card suspended for air travellers

To ease congestion at airports the thai government has suspended the requirement to fill out and present the tm6 entry form, but only for those entering by air-the system remains in place for those entering by land or sea..

Deputy Government Spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul stated that to relieve passenger congestion at international airports, the government would suspend the requirement for international travellers to fill out TM 6 immigration forms. She also confirmed that immigration officers will still collect data on arrivals using biometric systems at airports, and that additional travel data may also be obtained from airlines.

Prime Minister and Defence Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha added that this will streamline the procedure for international tourists, who are already required to fill out numerous documents upon arrival.

The change took effect on the 2nd July 2022 for an unspecified period.

Please note: If you are planning a long-term stay in Thailand, you are advised to still fill out the TM6 arrival form as you will need it to apply for visa extensions.  

Goodbye Thailand Pass!

1st july 2022 is ‘d-day’ for tourists. .

The burdensome need to apply for the Thailand Pass is no more  following the recent approval by Thailand’s Centre of COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to remove the Thailand Pass registration scheme for foreign visitors, altogether from that day. The requirement was initially removed for Thai nationals from 1 June, 2022.

From 1 July, 2022, foreign nationals are only required to show 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. Random checks will be made on arrivals at Thailand’s international airports or land border checkpoints (in 22 provinces). Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers who are random checked and who are unable to show proof of a pre-arrival negative test will be required to undergo a professional ATK test at the point of entry.

Meanwhile, the CCSA also approved the designation of Bangkok and 76 provinces as the Surveillance or green zone, thus allowing resumption of new normal businesses and activities nationwide, and while maintaining the safety and health measures under the universal prevention, the Royal Thai Government is preparing to announce a new set of guidelines as the nation is stepping into post-pandemic.  

Easing of COVID-19 Restrictions

And thailand pass updated again.

New Thailand Pass registration and entry rules for international arrivals, take effect on 1st June 2022.

Foreign nationals are still required to apply for a Thailand Pass but will only need to provide passport details, vaccination, and an US$10,000 health insurance policy. A Thailand Pass QR code for the applicants is then issued. Meanwhile, Thais will no longer be required to apply for a Thailand Pass.

Upon arriving in Thailand, vaccinated travellers must undergo entry screening, and once entry has been permitted they are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.

Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers who are able to upload proof of a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test within 72 hours of travel via the Thailand Pass system will also be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.

Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) also approved further easing of nationwide COVID-19 controls with three colour-coded zones: The Pilot Tourist Areas or blue zones, the Surveillance or green zone, and the Areas under Stringent Surveillance or yellow zone. Night-time entertainment venues; such as, pubs, bars and karaoke lounges in the green and blue zones will be allowed to resume operation, including the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises up till 24.00 Hrs. 

No More Test & Go

New rules come into force on 01/05/2022.

Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved the lifting of the RT-PCR testing requirement for international arrivals beginning 1 May, 2022, and introduced two new entry schemes specifically customised for vaccinated and unvaccinated travellers.

New entry rules for vaccinated travellers: International travellers who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to show proof of a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test nor undergo an arrival test. They are still required to register for a Thailand Pass with a Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination and an insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000 (reduced from US$20,000).

Once arriving in Thailand, they will be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.

New entry rules for unvaccinated travellers: International travellers who are unvaccinated or are not fully vaccinated will also no longer be required to show proof of a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test nor undergo an arrival test. They are required to register for a Thailand Pass with a 5-day hotel booking and an insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000 (reduced from US$20,000).

Once arriving in Thailand, they must proceed to undergo the quarantine for 5 days and undergo an RT-PCR test on Day 5. An exception is made for unvaccinated travellers who are able to upload proof of a negative RT-PCR test within 72 hours of travel via the Thailand Pass system, they – like those fully vaccinated – will be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom  

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RT-PCR test no longer required to enter Thailand

Thailand’s centre for covid-19 situation administration (ccsa) has approved the lifting of the pre-travel testing requirement for international arrivals beginning 1st april, 2022, as the kingdom prepares a four-phase plan to downgrade the covid-19 pandemic to an endemic disease. .

Other rules have been extended too from 1st April, 2022:

Eligible travellers International arrivals under any of the current three entry schemes – TEST & GO, Sandbox, and Alternative Quarantine (AQ) – will be allowed to enter Thailand without the need to show proof of a negative RT-PCR test within 72 hours of travel.

Points of entry The number of approved airports increased from 7 to 8 – Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi, Phuket, Krabi, Samui, Chiang Mai, U-Tapao, and Hat Yai (new).

Land border checkpoints increased from 3 to 4 – Nong Khai, Udon Thani, Songkhla, and Satun (new)

Water points of entry increased from ports and piers in 2 to 3 provinces – Phuket, Chon Buri, and Surat Thani (new).

Testing requirement Two tests remain in place for the TEST & GO and Sandbox travellers: RT-PCR test upon arrival (Day 0) and an antigen self-test on Day 5.

Sandbox staying period Reduced to 5 days from currently 7 days. After completing five days within the Sandbox destinations, travellers will be allowed to travel domestically within Thailand.

AQ requirement Quarantine reduced to 5 days and an RT-PCR test on Day 4-5.  

Bank of Thailand Issues new 20 Baht Polymer Banknote

New 20 baht polymer banknotes are already in circulation however the paper banknotes will remain legal tender for the time being.

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has issued a new 20 Baht Polymer Banknote

​The initiative to change from paper to polymer for 20 Baht banknotes is to improve the quality, making notes cleaner and more durable. As the 20 Baht is the most widely used denomination it is worn out and soiled quicker than other denominations, said the BOT in its statement.

The advantage of polymer over paper is that it does not absorb moisture and dirt. Therefore, polymer banknotes can last significantly longer than paper banknotes.

The durability of polymer banknotes can also reduce the need to print new notes to replace the damaged ones over the long term which of course is better for the environment. 

The 20 Baht polymer banknotes keep the same theme of design and features as the current 20 Baht paper banknotes in circulation.

Advanced anti-counterfeit technologies are used to ensure that the new polymer banknotes are difficult to copy

One additional security feature is the “clear windows”, which can be seen through from both sides. The lower clear window exhibits colour-shifting from translucent yellow to red.

For the visually impaired, the added feature is the small numeric “20” embossed numbers in the upper clear window, which can be easily touched and felt.

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Test and Go Entry Scheme update (23/2/22)

- new rules come into effect from 1 march, 2022 (travellers can enter thailand on 7 march, 2022)..

It was announced today that Travellers can arrive in Thailand by air, land, and water with the required prepaid accommodation reduced to 1 night and the COVID-19 tests revised to 1 RT-PCR and 1 self-ATK (lateral flow test), which must be reported via an app, rather than the previous day 1 and 5 quarantine requirement.  

Points of entry: By air (direct international flight or transit domestically via dedicated flights.) By land (at the border checkpoints in Nong Khai, Udon Thani, and Songkhla.) By water (yachts.)

For arrivals by land: Thai citizens and foreign travellers from neighbouring countries connecting with the reopened border checkpoints (Nong Khai, Udon Thani, and Songkhla).

Arrivals via air or land will still need a Thailand Pass whereas arrivals by water use the old Certificate of Entry system.

Health insurance requirements are lessened too - An insurance policy with coverage no less than US$20,000. Thais and foreign expatriates under Thailand’s national healthcare coverage are exempt from this requirement.

Pre- arrival COVID-19 testing requirements and vaccine proof remain unchanged

Day five covid test on the way out?

The thai government will consider a recommendation from airasia ceo tony fernandes, to reduce the steps required for international entry, by doing away the second compulsory covid-19 test, currently required on the fifth day after arrival..

Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with Mr Fernandes, to discuss ideas on improving the “Test & Go” scheme, specifically the removal of the second test requirement. The minister confirmed he has asked Department of Disease Control (DDC) to consider the idea.

AirAsia also claims that tourists are interested in coming to Thailand but are discouraged by the complex entry restrictions. Anutin agrees that they cause inconvenience for foreign travellers, but he emphasised the need for the balance between reviving the economy and the safety of travellers and the Kingdoms population

He continued to say that the careful management of hospital beds and medical supplies is necessary and added that the ministry is focusing on home isolation, so there will still be enough beds for severe cases.

The Health ministry is considering other preventive measures, to reduce the number of new infections, such as speeding up vaccinations, particularly booster shots.  

Sandbox Programme Extended

From 1 february, 2022, the thai authorities extended the existing sandbox programme.  thailand has reopened bang lamung, pattaya, si racha, si chang, and sattahip (only na jomtien and bang saray – in chon buri), and ko chang in trat as sandbox destinations, in addition to original krabi, phang-nga, phuket, and ko samui/ko pha-ngan/ko tao..

Who is eligible? Well, pretty much everyone from every country!

You must enter via the following points of entry: • By air at Phuket International Airport for Krabi, Phang-Nga, and Phuket. • By air at Krabi International Airport for Krabi. • By air at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, then transit on a sealed flight for Ko Samui, or Phuket. • By air at Suvarnabhumi Airport, then travel by a prearranged vehicle on a sealed route to Bang Lamung, Pattaya, Si Racha, Si Chang, and Sattahip – only Na Jomtien and Bang Saray – in Chon Buri, and Ko Chang in Trat.

Rules apply including the following:

• You must obtain a Thailand Pass
• You need to be able to show you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no less than 14 days prior to departure with a vaccine that has been approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) or Thai Authority.
• You must hold a valid Health insurance policy that covers medical expenses including treatment related to COVID-19 with a minimum of 50,000 USD throughout the period of your stay in Thailand. 
• You’ll need a confirmed and fully paid booking of stay at SHA Plus Hotels including the     appropriate PCR tests booked and paid for
• You must have a negative PCR test certificate taken no more than 72 hours prior to take off  

Latest Quarantine requirements. What's happening with 'test and go'?

What are the current rules for uk passport holders.

Fully vaccinated people arriving from  the UK, can enter Thailand. Upon arrival you must stay in approved quarantine accommodation for  at least 2 days. (days 1 & 5) Your quarantine package must include PCR tests on these days and (on day 1) transport arranged by the hotel to your quarantine centre.

Non fully vaccinated people must quarantine at a State Quarantine or ASQ facility for longer, depending on if they are part or non vaccinated.

A pre-flight negative PCR, no older than 72 hours at the time of take off, is also required for all travellers.

You will be required to download the Thai Chana COVID-19 tracking app when you arrive.

What sort of Covid Test do I need to enter Thailand?

Once you have successfully got your Visa and Certificate of Entry in your hand you will need to book your a Covid test in order to demonstrate you are not infected. But what do you need?

The Thai Authorities, and indeed your airline prior to boarding, require you to show a negative RT-PCR test which is less than 72 hours old at the time of take off.

These tests are processed by a lab and should not be confused with the lateral flow ones available for home use. You can book the tests at numerous sites across the UK and some hotels do them as part of a package if you stay the night before your flight. (EDIT: see update above)

Confirm your Vaccine Status via the NHS app

The Thai Embassy now requires confirmation of your covid-19 vaccine status as part of the process in applying for your Certificate of Entry.  From May  2021, it has been possible to access your COVID-19 vaccination status through the free NHS App.

You can access the app through mobile devices such as a smartphone or by tablet. Proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status will be shown within the NHS App. The British Government recommends that you register with the app before booking international travel.  

You can also call the NHS helpline on 119 and ask for a letter to be posted to you. This must be at least 5 days after you’ve completed your course of the vaccine and the letter will take about 5 days to reach you as well.  Thai immigration will expect to see a paper copy, so don't rely only on the app

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