Thailand lifts Covid-19 vaccine certification requirement

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Thailand lifts Covid-19 vaccine certification requirement

On January 9th, Thailand announced the removal of the health regulation mandating travelers to present proof of Covid-19 vaccination upon entry into the country.

Thailand lifts Covid-19 vaccine certification requirement

In the afternoon of January 9th, Thailand's Minister of Health, Anutin Charnvirakul, confirmed that travelers entering Thailand no longer need to present proof of Covid-19 vaccination. This decision comes as a majority of the global population has acquired immunity. Those who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated are allowed entry without any restrictions. This latest regulation replaces the announcement made by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand on January 7th. The requirement for travelers entering Thailand to present proof of two doses of Covid-19 vaccine has been lifted after just two days.

Charnvirakul stated that presenting vaccination certificates was 'cumbersome and inconvenient.' Therefore, the government deemed it 'unnecessary.' Minister of Tourism and Sports Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn had previously requested the Minister of Health to adjust the rule requiring foreign visitors to be fully vaccinated before entry. The intervention came after the Phuket Tourism Association sent a letter to the government complaining that this threatened the tourism recovery, especially with the return of Chinese tourists.

Thailand is one of the most popular destinations in Asia, welcoming a large number of tourists during the peak season since reopening its borders. The first flight carrying Chinese tourists back has landed in Thailand today. Charnvirakul mentioned that Thailand expects 7-10 million Chinese tourists to visit, compared to the previous estimate of 5 million.

According to Mytour

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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide

MytourJanuary 12, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What recent changes have been made to Thailand's Covid-19 entry requirements?

On January 9th, Thailand announced that travelers are no longer required to present proof of Covid-19 vaccination upon entry. This change reflects the country's recognition of widespread immunity among the global population.

Are unvaccinated travelers allowed entry into Thailand without restrictions?

Yes, unvaccinated and partially vaccinated travelers can now enter Thailand without any restrictions. This decision aims to facilitate tourism and simplify entry for all visitors.

Why did Thailand remove the vaccination certificate requirement for travelers?

The Thai government found that presenting vaccination certificates was cumbersome and unnecessary. This decision was influenced by requests from tourism officials who wanted to boost recovery efforts, particularly with the return of Chinese tourists.

How many Chinese tourists is Thailand expecting after lifting vaccination requirements?

Thailand expects to welcome 7-10 million Chinese tourists following the lifting of vaccination requirements, a significant increase from the previous estimate of 5 million. This indicates a strong rebound in tourism.

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