LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Hotel Promos
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • World of Hyatt
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
  •  
LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Hotel Promos
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • World of Hyatt
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
  •  
LoyaltyLobby
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT

Thailand To Welcome Unvaccinated International Visitors With PCR-Test & No Quarantine From May 1, 2022

by Sebastian Powell
April 27, 2022
Reading Time: 3 mins read
3

Thailand has made further modifications to the entry process effective May 1, 2022 and will not only scrap all testing requirements for vaccinated passengers but now also welcome unvaccinated visitors without quarantine (providing they had a PCR Test done within 72 hours prior to departure).

There has been quite a bit of back and forth with these rules and especially the new options for unvaccinated individuals are worthwhile to look at in detail to avoid any problems.

I previously wrote about Thailand having removed all testing and hotel booking requirements starting May 1st but that only concerned those passengers who received their vaccine.

ADVERTISEMENT

These policies have been developed over the past year to salvage the tourism industry in Thailand but it was quickly apparent that all the restrictions on arrivals we’ve frequently reported on wouldn’t have the effect the government was hoping for.

Tourists wouldn’t rely on the ever-changing rule work, quarantining, sandboxing, testing, and the danger of being locked up if testing positive somewhere in this process.

This month – April 2022 – the penny finally dropped that drastic measures are required to get the tourism back on track and start welcoming foreign passengers en masse. The only way to do this is to drop all major requirements and threats to comfort.

The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs just published this graphic explaining the new process:

While this is somewhat contradictory in terms of information (one side says vaccinated passengers can enter the other requires quarantine) the key here seems to be the pre-departure PCR Test.

  • Unvaccinated Passengers with 72-hour fresh PCR Test -> No Quarantine
  • Unvaccinated Passengers without PCR Test -> 5 Days ASQ Hotel Quarantine (+Tests) Required

Now, this doesn’t make much sense because who would arrive without a PCR Test in Thailand, knowing full well one would be quarantined at their own cost AND tested!?

The clear key here is that all passengers who have not received the vaccine should get at least their PCR Test done and upload the negative result into Thailand Pass to obtain arrival clearance.

Since April 1st Thailand stopped requiring pre-flight PCR Tests for vaccinated passengers:

Confirmed: Thailand Scraps Pre-Flight PCR Testing From April 1, 2022 While On Arrival Test Remains In Place

Then the most recent decision, no more testing at all from May 1, 2022:

Breaking: Thailand To End Test&Go, Remove Arrival Testing & Hotel Requirement From May 1, 2022

All passengers wishing to enter Thailand under the new requirements will be able to do so by applying for a new Thailand Pass which will be online from April 29, 2022.

Those who have already prepaid a hotel and testing package should contact them for inquiries about refunds or at least a credit used for accommodation. Less a problem for visitors as they need a hotel regardless but rather annoying for residents in Thailand who have prepaid for a test/hotel, both of which are now no longer required.

In the last article’s comment section, one reader commented that his hotel (Courtyard Bangkok) would only offer a credit while the packages at other properties such as the nearby Renaissance were refundable. Even more reason to check the booking conditions carefully every time.

The Thailand Pass system will remain active and serve as a validator for the insurance and vaccination certificates. That’s not too unreasonable but I think the Korean version I used recently is superior, it just saves the documents and then issues a code instantly. That Thailand Pass needs to validate this information somehow adds additional layers and unnecessary delays.

Conclusion

Thailand will now start to make the arrival process smooth for both vaccinated as well as unvaccinated visitors and welcome them both without restrictions and mandatory follow-up testing starting May 1, 2022.

The penny must have finally dropped that only a rapid shedding of all these rules and restrictions will help the tourism industry get back on track. The country has already missed several high season arrivals which ended up being very painful to local operators.

Previous Post

Airfare of the Day [Business Class] TAP AIR PORTUGAL Madrid to Chicago from 1,383€

Next Post

ANA Mileage Club 50% Premium Points Bonus April 25 – December 31, 2022

Related Articles

Thailand Flip Flops On Proof Of Vaccination Rule Effective Immediately

Thailand Flip Flops On Proof Of Vaccination Rule Effective Immediately

John Ollila
January 9, 2023
12

Thailand's Public Health Minister, Mr. Anutin, has flipped-flopped on the covid-19 vaccination requirement that he announced late last week (read...

Bangkok’s Reopening For Vaccinated Visitors Further Delayed

Thailand Amends Entry Requirements Again – Effective January 9, 2023

John Ollila
January 8, 2023
8

Thailand put itself in turmoil last week after the Public Health Minister suddenly announced (read more here) that the country...

Thai Airways & Other Thailand-bound Carriers Issue Passenger Notice Of Entry Regulations Effective January 9, 2023

Thai Airways & Other Thailand-bound Carriers Issue Passenger Notice Of Entry Regulations Effective January 9, 2023

Sebastian Powell
January 8, 2023
25

As we covered yesterday, Thailand will have new entry regulations in place that are valid from a now-confirmed date of...

Upgrade Your Travel IQ

Make the most of your travel with our free and daily newsletter with the latest hotel and airline news and promotions.

We do not sell or share email addresses.

ADVERTISEMENT

Trending

Hilton Go Employee And Friends & Family Rate Plans
Hilton Honors

Hilton Go Employee And Friends & Family Rate Plans

July 25, 2021
British Airways Versus Trip.com – Who Has Better Price?
British Airways

British Airways Versus Trip.com – Who Has Better Price?

January 30, 2023
Reader Question: Aegean Seats Kids To Business Class Middle Seats (Should Go Empty)
Aegean - Miles&Bonus

Reader Question: Aegean Seats Kids To Business Class Middle Seats (Should Go Empty)

January 29, 2023
Japan Plans To Lower Covid Categorization From 2 To 5 On May 8, 2023
Travel News

Japan Plans To Lower Covid Categorization From 2 To 5 On May 8, 2023

January 29, 2023
Flight Review: Iberia Business Class A350-900 (IB6585 BOG-MAD)
Flight Review

Flight Review: Iberia Business Class A350-900 (IB6585 BOG-MAD)

January 29, 2023

Top Categories

  • IHG Rewards Club
  • Marriott Bonvoy
  • Hilton Honors
  • Accor ALL
  • Airfare Of The Day
  • Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG)
  • Hyatt – World of Hyatt
  • Travel News
  • American Airlines – AAdvantage
  • British Airways
ADVERTISEMENT

All Categories

In Case You Missed It

Compensation Clinic: Burdock Hotel Autograph Collection Istanbul, Invoking Elite Benefit Guarantee

Compensation Clinic: Burdock Hotel Autograph Collection Istanbul, Invoking Elite Benefit Guarantee

January 29, 2023
Climate “Activists” Breach Secure Area At Berlin’s BER Airport & Glue Themselves To The Pavement – Airport Closed!

Berlin Brandenburg BER Airport General Ground Worker Strike On Wednesday, 25th January 2023 (All Flights Cancelled)

January 24, 2023
Rumors Of Hyatt & MGM Hotels & Resorts Ending Tier Match Partnership In Mid-2023, Any Truth To That?

Rumors Of Hyatt & MGM Hotels & Resorts Ending Tier Match Partnership In Mid-2023, Any Truth To That?

January 24, 2023
Flybe

Flybe Has Ceased All Flying Due To Entering Administration (January 28, 2023)

January 27, 2023
IHG Kimpton Up To 20% Off Winter Sale For Stays January 27 – April 30, 2023 (Book by February 6)

IHG Kimpton Up To 20% Off Winter Sale For Stays January 27 – April 30, 2023 (Book by February 6)

January 24, 2023
ADVERTISEMENT

Since 2011, we have been helping millions of visitors like you untangle travel loyalty programs for free upgrades, flights and hotel nights.

Facebook Twitter Youtube Instagram

Site Navigation

  • About LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Airfares
  • Contact Us

Hotel Promotions

  • Accor
  • Hilton
  • IHG Rewards
  • Marriott
  • World of Hyatt

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Our free daily newsletter sends you the latest information on hotel and airline programs.

We do not share or sell email addresses.

Site & Contents ©2011-2023 LoyaltyLobby.com
Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

  • News
  • Hotel Promotions
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • World of Hyatt
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
No Result
View All Result

© 2011–2023 LoyaltyLobby.com - Site & Contents