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Thailand Travel Updates as of May 20, 2022
- Starting June 1, 2022, Thailand Pass is no longer required for Thai nationals. But Thailand Pass is still required for all foreign travelers to Thailand as discussed by CCSA on May 20, 2022.
- Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated foreign travelers can apply for the No Quarantine program by submitting an RT-PCR test or professional Antigen test result when applying for Thailand Pass.
- For up-to-date information and weekly updates regarding current Thailand travel restrictions, please visit the Weekly Updates for Thailand Travel Restrictions.
- YouTube Video showing you how to apply for the Thai Pass:
Instructional Video for Thailand Pass Application - Before you apply for Thailand Pass, we highly recommend purchasing your COVID travel insurance and book your hotel stay:
- Buy your COVID Insurance now at AXA Thailand.
- Book your hotel in Thailand at Agoda.com
- Travelers may join our Facebook Group to ask questions, get help and read the latest developments: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtoenterthailand
Thailand Entry Requirements for June 2022
The CCSA has canceled Thailand Pass for Thai nationals, who may freely enter Thailand with just their valid Thai passports from June 1.
Foreigners are still required to apply for Thailand Pass prior to traveling to Thailand, but the CCSA announced today that they have “streamlined” the Thailand Pass for foreigners, with the changes commencing on June 1. The improved and simplified system will automatically issue a Thailand Pass QR code for the applicants after submitting the application.
Thailand Pass requirements (Fully Vaccinated travelers):
- Passport
- Vaccine certificate or Vaccine card (vaccinated at least 14 days before travel)
- COVID-19 Insurance covering at least 10,000 USD
Thailand Pass requirements (Unvaccinated travelers):
- Passport
- COVID-19 Insurance covering at least 10,000 USD
- Negative RT-PCR or professional Antigen test result taken 72 hours before traveling to Thailand.
Here’s an article explaining the contents of your Thailand Pass QR code:
https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel-to-thailand/thailand-pass-qr-code
Upon arriving in Thailand, travelers must undergo entry screening, and will then be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in Thailand.
Best COVID Insurance for Thailand Pass
Foreigners are required to possess a COVID Insurance as part of the Thailand Pass and entry requirements for Thailand Pass. The minimum medical coverage must be at least 10,000 USD.
You may use your own health insurance or purchase insurance from your own country, however, for the best COVID insurance for the Thailand Pass it is recommended to purchase from an insurance company in Thailand such as AXA Insurance Thailand to make sure that you meet the requirement in obtaining the Thailand Pass successfully.
- Your certificate of insurance will expressly state that it covers at least 20,000 USD medical expenses including COVID-19. The AXA Thailand medical coverage is greater than the minimum requirement of 10,000 USD. It will also state that the certificate is issued for the purpose of the Thailand Pass application.
- The AXA Sawasdee Thailand provides a one-page certificate of insurance which is perfect for the Thailand Pass application since the system will only allow one-page document to be uploaded.
- Your insurance letter or certificate will also contain the policy number and date of effectivity or start date.
- The AXA Insurance policy must be effective before or on the date of arrival and during your entire length of stay. AXA Thailand COVID insurance does not have a waiting period compared to other insurance providers.
To purchase AXA Thailand Insurance; the most reliable insurance that has never had any problem with the Thailand Pass application, please click the link below:
How To Open a Bank Account in Thailand for Tourists
For tourists or short-term visa holders, Siam Legal International can assist you with a smooth and hassle-free way to open up a Thai bank account.
- You will receive assistance in opening up a savings/current bank account
- You will receive a Bank book and a debit/ATM card
- You will be able to have an Online Banking (Thai mobile number is required)
Requirements
- Passport
- Guarantee letter (to be provided by Siam Legal)
Process
- The applicant may book for our service online.
- Our staff will prepare the application forms and necessary documents for the bank and arrange an appointment with the applicant.
- The applicant will collect the application form and documents from Siam Legal Bangkok office and will proceed to the specific bank branch. The process of opening the account at the bank takes 1 to 2 hours.
For more information about this service, please visit our website:
https://www.siam-legal.com/other-services/opening-a-bank-account-in-thailand.php
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Recommended Hotels in Bangkok
To assist travelers in planning their trip to Thailand, we have compiled a list of highly recommended Bangkok Hotels:
- The Okura Prestige Bangkok
- Park Hyatt Bangkok
- DoubleTree by Hilton
- Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok
- The Landmark Bangkok
- Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
- Carlton Hotel Bangkok
- The Continent Hotel Asok
- Bangkok Marriott Marquis
- Holiday Inn Bangkok Sukhumvit
- Hyatt Place Sukhumvit
- Shangri-La Bangkok
- Anantara Riverside Bangkok
- Vie Hotel Bangkok
- Millennium Hilton Bangkok
- Avani+ Riverside Bangkok
- Le Meridien Bangkok
- Lebua at State Tower
- Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok
- Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok
Recommended Hotels in Phuket
To assist travelers in planning their trip to Thailand, we have compiled the list of highly recommended hotels in Phuket:
- The Marina Phuket Hotel
- Naina Resort and Spa
- Patong Resort Hotel
- Crest Resort and Pool Villas
- Baan Laimai Beach Resort
- Andamantra Resort and Villa Phuket
- Andakira Hotel
- Phuket Graceland Resort and Spa
- The Royal Paradise Hotel and Spa
- Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa
- Deevana Patong Resort and Spa
- Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
- Baan Yuree Resort and Spa
- The Nature Phuket
- The Blue Hotel
- Rawai Palm Beach Resort
- Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach
- Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
- Navatara Phuket Resort
- Kalima Resort & Spa
Siam Legal Visa and Thailand Pass Assistance
Package 1: 200 USD (Visa + Thailand Pass)
- Visa Consultation
- Extensive checklist of required documents
- Assistance in Thai e-visa application (non-immigrant O marriage visa and 60-day TR visa)
- Assistance in Thailand Pass application
- 2 to 3 weeks process
- Our offer is available in the US, UK, and Canada visa applications only
Package 2: 100 USD (Thailand Pass)
- Consultation with our Immigration Specialist
- Extensive checklist of required documents
- Assistance in Thailand Pass application (including Visa holders and Visa Exemption)
- 5 to 10 days processing time
- Available in eligible countries only
- Available for Thai and foreign nationals
- For Test & Go, Sandbox, and Quarantine programs
For the latest information, weekly updates, and guide on How To Travel to Thailand in 2022, you may check this page here:
https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-travel-restrictions-updates
