Coronavirus – Thailand travel advice

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Check the TravelHealthPro website for the latest information on COVID-19 risks in Thailand

For further advice on travelling abroad and reducing the spread of respiratory viruses during the COVID-19 pandemic, see the TravelHealthPro website.

You can find the latest information on the number of COVID-19 cases in Thailand on the Department of Disease Control website.

You should contact the Thai Ministry of Public Health for information on testing facilities.

You should also ask your airline if there are any additional rules or requirements before traveling.

entrances and borders

See entry requirements for what you need to do when you arrive in Thailand.

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Be prepared to change plans

During COVID, no travel is risk-free. Countries may further restrict travel or introduce new rules at short notice, for example due to new COVID-19 variants. Check with your travel company or airline about any transportation changes that may delay your return home.

If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay put until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

Plan ahead and make sure you:

• can withdraw money
• Find out what your insurance will cover
• Arrangements can be made to extend your stay and leave for longer than planned

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Domestic travel within Thailand is an option, but disease control measures are still in place.

If you are flying domestically in Thailand, you may be asked to download an app or complete other travel documents.

From June 23, wearing a mask is a voluntary practice. However, the Department of Public Health continues to recommend that you wear a mask in crowded or poorly ventilated areas such as public transport. You should wear a mask if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or are in a high-risk group. In public buildings, you are required to wear a mask unless you are alone or for activities where you cannot wear a mask. More information can be found on the PR Thai Government page.

COVID-related restrictions in Thailand

An emergency decree is currently being implemented. This includes that you must not:

• Enter high-risk areas
• Stock up on essentials
• attend public gatherings
• spread false information

Measures change frequently. You should check the current situation with the local authorities and the Thai government’s Facebook page and PR website.

stay

There are hotels and private rental accommodation all over Thailand. However, some hotels are still closed, so we recommend that you contact the hotel directly when booking.

Most hotels will ask you to take your temperature upon arrival and ask you to provide information about your recent travel history and any symptoms you may have related to COVID-19. You may also need to take other disease control measures.

Certain hotel services and facilities, such as leisure facilities, may not be available.

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If you think you have symptoms of COVID-19, you should call the Thailand COVID-19 hotline 1422.

If you need a COVID-19 test, the Thai Ministry of Public Health has compiled a list of private and government-run testing facilities. These will give you the test and will usually contact you afterwards with the results. Authorities may also contact you during the tracing process.

Policies on what happens when you test positive vary widely, and may include prolonged mandatory isolation in hospitals. Before getting tested, you should make sure you understand your healthcare provider’s policies, as these will include where you will isolate and receive medical care if you test positive.

If you test positive for COVID-19 and have mild or no symptoms, Thai authorities recommend that you self-isolate at home. Your period of isolation and further medical care should be decided by your primary doctor. This also applies to school-aged children. The National Health Security Office (NHSO) provides medical support and services for home isolation. To register, you can call the 1330 hotline. More information can be found on the PR Thai Government Facebook page.

If you have more severe symptoms, Thai public health regulations require you to isolate in a hospital, a converted hotel with medical capacity, or a field hospital.

If you test positive for the Omicron variant, your case should be handled in the same way as other forms of COVID-19, although treatment can vary significantly between hospitals and care providers.

If your child tests positive for COVID-19, you may be separated from them. If this happens and you need help, you can contact the embassy on +66 (0)2 305 8333.

There may also be specific measures for obstetric services in some hospitals. You should make sure you understand your healthcare provider’s policies so you can make the best choice for you. WHO has useful guidance on COVID and maternal/postnatal care.

Your emotional and mental health is important. Read our guide on how to take care of your mental health and mental health.

Check out Health for more details on healthcare in Thailand.

If you are waiting to return to the UK, see also the healthcare guidelines.

Get the COVID-19 vaccine if you live in Thailand

British nationals should be vaccinated in their country of residence whenever possible. This page will be updated as more information about the national vaccination program becomes available. Sign up for email notifications.

Thailand has a national vaccination program.

If you live in Thailand, you can register for vaccinations at any hospital that has your health record. Registration is also possible online and at hospitals that do not have your record.You can find more information on how to register for the vaccine on our Living in Thailand page

Short-term and long-term visitors may not be eligible for this program.

In some regions, vaccine availability is limited, and registration and vaccination schedules may change. You should seek medical advice from your local health care provider in Thailand and check with local authorities and the Thai government’s Facebook page and PR website for the current situation.

The only vaccines used in the national program are AstraZeneca, Sinovac, Sinopharm and Pfizer-BioNTech, although others such as Moderna may be offered privately.

The Department of Public Health has approved several crossover vaccine formulations. You should contact your local vaccine site for more information.

When you receive your vaccine, you can register on the “Mor Phrom” app to receive a digital vaccine certificate. Instructions can be found on the PR Thai Government Facebook page.

Booster vaccinations are available in some areas. More information is available from the PR Thai Government Facebook page.

If you live abroad, find more information on the COVID-19 vaccines webpage, including vaccines licensed in the UK or approved by the World Health Organization.

finance

For information on the financial support you can get while abroad, visit our Financial Aid Guide.

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