Bangkokians warned of PM2.5 haze from January 4-10

The air quality in Bangkok and adjacent provinces could worsen in the next seven days (January 4-10) due to stagnant weather conditions, the Pollution Control Department said on Monday.

Arrival Guide for non-OFWs and non-Filipino Nationals in the Philippines as of January 3

Non-OFWs refer to Returning Overseas Filipinos (non-OFW students, non-OFW Balikbayan, non-OFW tourist, etc.), spouse and children of Filipinos, diplomats, foreign officials accredited by the Philippines, and eligible non-Filipino/foreign citizens.

Arrival guide for OFWs in the Philippines as of January 3

An Overseas Filipino Worker or OFW is a person from the Philippines who is living and working in another country, typically on a temporary basis. This includes land-based OFWs and seafarers/sea-based OFWs. Families traveling together with at least one OFW will be considered all OFWs.

Omicron cases surge in Thailand during New Year break

The number of Omicron cases in Thailand passed the 1,000 mark on New Year’s Day as expected, the Department of Medical Sciences said on Sunday.

New Year travelers in Thailand prefer to travel by train

Thailand’s rail services accommodated over 1.3 million passengers from December 29-30, with over 90,000 heading to the upper parts of the Kingdom.

PAL MNL-BKK-MNL schedule in January 2022

Philippine Airlines (PAL) planned Manila-Bangkok-Manila flights in January 2022 is on every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. 

Bangkok closes pubs, bars, karaokes, massage parlors until January 15

Bangkok Governor Pol General Asawin Kwanmuang has signed a Bangkok Metropolitan Administration order closing entertainment venues, pubs, bars, karaoke shops, massage parlors and similar establishments until January 15 after they were previously allowed to reopen from December 31.

Thai PM Prayut urges public to wear masks throughout holiday season

With New Year celebrations just around the corner amidst the increase of Omicron cases, the Prime Minister has reminded event organizers to strictly comply with the Covid Free Settings, while urging the general public to always have a mask on.

Thailand confirms 740 Omicron cases in 33 provinces

Omicron infections in Thailand are rising with 740 cases confirmed in 33 provinces, 489 of which were imported while the balance were local infections linked to those, the Ministry of Public Health said on Wednesday.

Thai gov’t staff to ‘work from home’ next week

Government officials will work from home after New Year while online classes may be brought back as part of efforts to contain the outbreak of the Omicron coronavirus variant, says the Public Health Ministry.

Suvarnabhumi Airport waives Zone C parking fees for New Year

Suvarnabhumi Airport will waive parking fees for Zone C starting midnight, December 30, until midnight of January 4. 

Thailand promotes “Drink Don’t Drive” campaign for New Year holidays

The Ministry of Public Health is working with related agencies to reduce the number of accidents caused by drunk driving during the New Year holidays.

Thai PM Prayut urges people to take ATK tests for New Year celebrations

Thailand’s Prime Minister urged everyone to understand the importance of ATK testing before and after New Year’s celebrations, and he ordered strict screening standards for international arrivals.

How to do 90-Day reporting online

Online 90-Day Report is now available.

TRAVEL UPDATE: Happy Quarantine entry rules from December 22, 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide an update on the latest announcement published on 22 December, 2021 in the Royal Thai Government Gazette that officially confirms the continuation of the Thailand Pass for all new applications under the Alternative Quarantine (Happy Quarantine) entry scheme, effective from December 22, 2021.

PAL BKK-MNL flight on December 24 moved in the evening at 8:10pm

PAL BKK-MNL flight on December 24 moved in the evening at 8:10pm