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Is it true that there are new border control measures in Thailand?

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Mar 19, 2020
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This came up on the Korat Ex-Pats group. Is this true? I cannot find anything official.
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There have been reported border control measures in Thailand, including temperature checks for travelers, as confirmed by community members. Additionally, there is an option for expedited crossing for a fee.
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Just spoke to my man at Chong Chom. This information is confirmed but there is a VIP option available for 5k ;-)
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I went through and back on Sunday with no problems and they were taking temperatures in both directions.
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