Thailand to end Test & Go program
According toTimeoutThe Thai government has just announced that it will end the Test & Go program for foreign tourists at the end of April.
Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of Thailand, said that the country's economy depends heavily on tourism activities. Easing regulations for foreign tourists is necessary. Many other countries in the world are now completely lifting travel restrictions, fully opening up tourism as before the pandemic.
“Tourism is on the rise again. Therefore, simple entry procedures and rapid testing will create more convenience for tourists,” said Mr. Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Tourists to Singapore do not need to be tested for Covid-19 - Photo: SMCP.
Specifically, all vaccinated visitors to Thailand will not need to take an RT-PCR test on the day of entry or quarantine for one day at a government-designated location. The Thai government encourages visitors to conduct rapid tests themselves during their stay. If the result is positive, visitors can self-treat or use Covid-19 insurance. The minimum Covid-19 insurance limit for all foreign visitors is 10,000 USD (about 230 million VND).
In addition, unvaccinated travelers entering the country must present a negative RT-PCR test no more than 72 hours before their flight. They will have to quarantine for 5 days, then take an RT-PCR test on the 4th or 5th day. However, travelers must have a Thailand Pass before entering the country. Documents including vaccination certificates must be uploaded and approved.
Thailand has many famous night markets - Photo: SMCP.
Visitors do not need to be tested when entering Singapore
According toSCMPFully vaccinated travellers will no longer need to undergo RT-PCR testing before entering Singapore. This change applies to all fully vaccinated travellers entering Singapore by air or sea.
Previously, Singapore required PCR or rapid testing for incoming travelers. Children 12 years and under were also not required to be tested. However, the testing requirement for travelers 13 years and older (who have not been vaccinated) will not change. Notably, Singapore will provide paid vaccination services if travelers need Moderna.
Singapore will further relax Covid-19 prevention measures on April 26 - Photo: SMCP.
On April 26, Singapore will relax many of its pandemic prevention measures, such as limiting the number of people gathering in groups and social distancing. However, masks will still be mandatory indoors and on public transport.
The government said this was an important milestone in living with the Covid-19 virus. Ong Ye Kung, Singapore's Minister of Health, said Singapore has one of the highest vaccination rates in the world.
"We all know that Covid-19 is still there, but we have overcome the most difficult time together," said Mr. Ong Ye Kung.
