'Thailand Pass’ to stay, PM to oversee situation after end of “Test and Go”

14 Sept 07:54 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) will retain the 'Thailand Pass' scheme but simplify the registration process for overseas tourists, effective May 1, as the 'Test and Go' program concludes on April 30.
Fully vaccinated travelers will no longer require advance hotel bookings or RT-PCR tests upon arrival; they must register via 'Thailand Pass' with vaccination proof and US$10,000 insurance, with self-administered rapid antigen tests recommended during their stay.
Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated visitors must undergo a 5-day Alternative Quarantine (AQ) or can avoid quarantine by providing a negative RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure via the 'Thailand Pass' system.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will personally oversee the preparations and implementation of these new measures, aiming to revive the tourism-dependent economy and ensure a smooth transition.

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