Thailand open for naturist vacation like pre-Covid

Effective from 1 May 2022, Thailand ends Test & Go and Sandbox schemes. The removal of the PCR testings for travellers effectively abolishes the Test & Go and Sandbox schemes.

  • Thailand ends Test & Go and Sandbox effective 1 May, 2022.
  • Thailand Pass, the online pre-registration system, remains, but opt to simplify the process.
  • Fully vaccinated for Covid-19 international travellers will no longer need to show a negative RT-PCR test before departure, nor to take a PCR test on arrival.
  • There is no longer a need to book a SHA+ hotel for one night while waiting for the result. The removal of the PCR testing for vaccinated travellers effectively abolishes the Test & Go entry scheme.
  • Unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated travellers, who have submitted a negative PCR test within 72 hours before departure via the Thailand Pass system, will be treated the SAME as vaccinated travellers, with no PCR test on arrival OR quarantine.
  • Unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated travellers who do not submit a negative PCR test prior to departure will still be required to quarantine for 5 days upon arrival, with a PCR test between on day 5.
  • ATK test on Day 5 is recommended.
  • Insurance coverage requirements will also be reduced from US$20,000 dollars to US$10,000.

 

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