On 6/10/2021 at 2:37 AM, jackdd said:

I missed this part, I was referring to the part further down, under "Vaccines":

Pfizer is not on this list.

 

Mrs is from Thailand.

 

Over here in Ireland everybody is getting Pfizer jabs, so somebody in Thailand needs to wake up really quickly before there is nothing left for us over here to go back to.

13 minutes ago, Ebbsy said:

 

Mrs is from Thailand.

 

Over here in Ireland everybody is getting Pfizer jabs, so somebody in Thailand needs to wake up really quickly before there is nothing left for us over here to go back to.

For purposes of reducing quarantine time from 14 to 10 days (subsequently rescinded) Pfizer, as a WHO approved vaccine, was recognized by Thailand.  For purposes of entry under the Phuket Sandbox,  Pfizer, as a WHO approved vaccine, will be accepted by Thailand.  Thailand accepts all WHO approved vaccines (the WHO has approved all vaccines except for Sputnik V and one vaccine from India, I believe).  Pfizer has not yet been approved for administration in Thailand by the Thai FDA or Ministry of Public Health because Pfizer has not submitted the necessary documentation to become accepted.  That is my understanding of the situation.  Eventually, Pfizer will probably be approved by the Thai FDA (especially since they have contracted to import the vaccine) but Thailand already accepts people with two jabs of this WHO approved vaccine for entry into Thailand as fully vaccinated travelers.

I called the Thai embassy in The Hague yesterday, they said the Phuket sandbox is not for people from the Netherlands!? WTH!

19 minutes ago, Kammie said:

I called the Thai embassy in The Hague yesterday, they said the Phuket sandbox is not for people from the Netherlands!? WTH!

That could be false info since the embassy had not gotten any info about the sandbox yet since it was not approved by the cabinet until yesterday.

Just looked at their website and it has no info about it.

 

5 minutes ago, ubonjoe said:

That could be false info since the embassy had not gotten any info about the sandbox yet since it was not approved by the cabinet until yesterday.

Just looked at their website and it has no info about it.

 

Still a little worried since I saw a list where it says the Netherlands is in the high risk countries group. 

30 minutes ago, Kammie said:

Still a little worried since I saw a list where it says the Netherlands is in the high risk countries group. 

That might be a old list.

SHA-BA system is supposedly going to be live on June 24th (we feel for the engineers ????).

So they expect people should be able to obtain SHA-BA QR codes by the 25th, either way it's cutting it pretty close.

As some have mentioned you can start your COE process for pre-approval, and then finalize it with the SHA-BA QR code once everything is implemented.

If you are intending to come soon we advise https://asq.in.th/phuket-sandbox-hotels to make your booking request directly with the hotel as they will be able to issue a SHA-BA QR code the day it is possible. If you are trying to use a bigger OTA this may be much harder to get with a very short deadline.



 

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SHA-BA system is supposedly going to be live on June 24th (we feel for the engineers ????).

 

Engineers is a strong word to describe any thai IT person.  Let's call them "poorly trained wordpress admins". No doubt this will be a security train wreck too..

Another wave of SHA Plus+ approvals today.

We now have listed 285 SHA Plus approved hotels in our directory

https://asq.in.th/phuket-sandbox-hotels

Hopefully we get another update regarding COE / SHABA.

Today they held a training session to help all the SHA Plus hotels learn how to use the SHABA system.

Is there any new info for the cost of covid tests? I know there needs to be one at the airport when you land and 2 at hotel, best guess I've seen so far is between £65 - £100 each.

For anyone wondering you will need the hotel to provide you the following SHABA document to be able to obtain a COE.

Due to the delay in implementing the system, and getting things approved it is advisable to delay your sandbox stay after at least July 4th. ????????????

It is confirmed COE Registration for Phuket Sandbox will start on the 28th.

We stand by our advise to booking after July 4th, or move your bookings if possible.

https://coethailand.mfa.go.th/

Great news, let's hope the word gets out to the embassies asap!

I have booked to stay at the Centara Grand Resort from early August and they have today sent me the SHABA certificate with QR code.  Brilliant customer service from a lovely hotel.

14 minutes ago, Andy1961 said:

I have booked to stay at the Centara Grand Resort from early August and they have today sent me the SHABA certificate with QR code.  Brilliant customer service from a lovely hotel.

Thank you for updating.

We have also seen many SHABA certificates issued today so it seems that this will not be an issue, so the last step is for the COE website to accept submission. ????????

5 minutes ago, ThaiVisaCentre said:

We have also seen many SHABA certificates issued today so it seems that this will not be an issue, so the last step is for the COE website to accept submission. 

Also for the embassies and official consulates that have to approve it have gotten the requirements.

Phuket has published regulations that must be followed by foreigners entering under the sandbox scheme. According to The Nation, the rules include

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• The traveller must hold an insurance policy worth no less than US$100,000 which covers medical expenses for Covid-19 and other conditions during their entire stay in Thailand.

(emphasis is mine)

A comprehensive medical insurance policy is going to be far more expensive (especially for those who are older) than coverage only for Covid-19 related care.

not too much rain after early morning, mostly nightime.

SHA+ hotel pools are open.(absurd if not....)

restaurants serving alcohol to 11pm

no bars or nightclubs open yet,

great uncrowded ( kata) or deserted (karon) beaches

central mall open for cinema/ shopping/ restaurants

The COE website now as the sandbox option

https://coethailand.mfa.go.th/