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What kind of PCR test is needed to enter Thailand: RT-PCR or Fit to Fly?

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Nov 10, 2021

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Joshua *********

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Hi guy what pcr you need  to get into Thailand i though I just needed pcr fit to fly but people are talking about prc rt

And am confused like what the difference 😂

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To enter Thailand, travelers must present a negative RT-PCR test result. The previous requirement for a 'Fit to Fly' certificate is no longer in effect. It's crucial that the test result specifically states 'RT-PCR,' as Thai authorities require this designation. Antigen tests or at-home COVID tests purchased in drug stores do not meet the entry requirements. Additionally, travelers are tested upon arrival in Thailand, but a valid RT-PCR result is required for boarding the flight.

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Joshua *********

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This is what another guy said on different post

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Wannikea *********

Make sure the results certificate states RT-PCR not just PCR.

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Jukka *********

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What's the difference?

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Wannikea *********

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difference is Thai authorities want to see RT-PCR on the certificate

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Robert ***********

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About $100+ USD. 🙂

The RT-PCR is more accurate.

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Linda *******

RT PCR test

You don’t need fit to fly.

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Tammy ************

You need RT-PCR test not in store bought

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Vincent ********

Do those covid test you can buy in drug store here in usa qualify???🤷‍♂️

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Gene **********

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no

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Raymund *******

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no

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Mark **********

It”s the widely used and enhanced version of the PCR test designed to better detect the virus. Our PCR-RT test results were checked before we boarded, when we transited through Singapore (where the requirement is 48 hours before date of departure) and when we arrived in HKT. Safe travels.

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Steve *******

You need a negative PCR test, as opposed to Antigen test within 72hrs to board your flight. I dont think it's checked entering Thailand as everyone is tested again when they arrive.

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Lisa ********************

it is checked before boarding flight though

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Steve *******

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Yes of course, that's what it's for, to board the flight.

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Lisa ********************

and they check it on arrival too

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Steve *******

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Well you wouldnt get on the flight if it was positive!

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Jeab ********

RT-PCR for traveling

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Pon **********

Same thing

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Jared **********

@Sun ***********

I’ve seen people denied boarding because there paper didn’t say “RT-PCR”

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Pon **********

RT–PCR is a variation of PCR, or polymerase chain reaction. The two techniques use the same process except that RT–PCR has an added step of reverse transcription of RNA to DNA, or RT, to allow for amplification. ... Since the COVID-19 virus only contains RNA, real time or conventional RT–PCR is used to detect it.///// Quote from Google. I understood that for COVID case it is only RT PCR being used.

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Brandon ************

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until you're refused boarding at the airport for your test saying PCR and not RT-PCR. Yes it's happened to many people.

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Brandon ************

You officially need an RT-PCR. Fit to fly hasn't been needed in a long time.

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