Thailand issues free e-vaccine passports from December 1-31
The Ministry of Public Health has announced that it will issue the e-Vaccine Passport for those who have been vaccinated in Thailand, free of charge.
The Ministry of Public Health has announced that it will issue the e-Vaccine Passport for those who have been vaccinated in Thailand, free of charge.
The first known case of the omicron variant of the coronavirus in Thailand was found in a traveler from Spain who entered the country nearly a week ago, the Ministry of Public Health said Monday.
December 5, 2021 marked the first tandem celebration of BBMSARA in Thailand at Grand Chaophraya Cruise, Icon Siam, Bangkok.
333 international travelers from 8 countries where significant numbers of COVID-19 cases caused by the Omicron coronavirus variant are confirmed to have entered Thailand late last month.
The Philippines' Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) has revised arrival guidelines as part of efforts to prevent the spread of new COVID-19 variants.
This means that vaccinated passengers from Thailand to Singapore (and vice versa) will no longer be quarantined once they arrive at their respective destinations, but Covid-19 testing is still in effect.
The Immigration Bureau and the Ministry of Public Health are tracking about 783 African travellers who have entered Thailand since Nov 15.
All passengers are encouraged to follow the guide, register in advance and pre-book their hotels as necessary to avoid any inconvenience and experience faster processing upon arrival.
Register for a Thailand Pass at https://tp.consular.go.th/.
Thailand will not take a step back from the reopening plan despite uncertainty over the Omicron variant and the Tourism and Sports Ministry will also propose more relaxation on alcohol sales from the afternoon to lift the festive sentiment.
The Public Health Ministry urged members of the public to stay calm amidst fears of the Omicron variant having been found in many countries, saying that travelers recently arriving from Africa have not been cleared of quarantine.
In Thailand, respected public health figures are also expressing concerns about a potential resurgence of outbreaks in December amidst cooler weather and increased movement of people.
Thailand is playing host to the 60th Thai Teaw Thai Fair to boost tourism following the country’s reopening. The event features limited offers and promotions from various travel agents.
Chong Nonsi Canal in Bangkok’s Yanawa district is being developed into a park so the stretch of water conduit can serve a double purpose as a green space for city dwellers to relax or exercise.
The biggest and newest Palengke Thailand is in town! Do you have a hard time locating ingredients for your pinoy dishes such as adobo, sinigang, kaldereta and others? Are you craving for your hometown delicacies?
OWWA continues to provide free quarantine, RT-PCR test and transportation to home province to all returning OFWs.