foreigners and expat.

[rodknock]

so what do foreigners and expat do now to get a covid-19 vaccination!!??

the thailandintervac does not work, so what are we suppossed to do.

send the government the bill for staying in a hospital as they could not provide vaccination and you came down with covid-19??!!

what is the next step to get vaccinated or no one knows??!!

[internationalism]

registration at local hospitals, might be some designated ones.

also each province suppose to have their own online application. The mentioned site was only for bkk.

even if you are in bkk, you can still go to your hospital or the nearest one.

 

the gov promised free treatment for all covid cases. The problem is with hospitels, they are from around 40k for 14 days. Health insurance covers it, but you can get additional covid insurances.

 

in the meantime do flu shot and other shots recommended for your age

Edited June 17, 2021 by internationalism

[jayboy]

It's a good question.Many foreigners are getting vaccinated through their employment/pink card mor phrom sign up and even a few via Intervac.But the majority are still looking for a way through and at the moment - in Bangkok anyway (there seems greater set of options in provinces) Intervac seems the only prospect.At the moment it doesn't work so I think the wide concern felt is justified.

 

 

[Oxx]

4 hours ago, rodknock said:

so what are we suppossed to do.

 

You're not supposed to do anything.  You're supposed to die, courtesy of the Thai government's utter incompetence.

[Jingthing]

In Pattaya, nothing. 

[mikebike]

7 minutes ago, Oxx said:

 

You're not supposed to do anything.  You're supposed to die, courtesy of the Thai government's utter incompetence.

Or... if you are as panicked as you sound, self isolate, relax and take care of yourself. If you really need to - make plan to get jabbed in your home country. No need to be dependant on a government.

[Excel]

2 hours ago, jayboy said:

It's a good question.Many foreigners are getting vaccinated through their employment/pink card mor phrom sign up and even a few via Intervac.But the majority are still looking for a way through and at the moment - in Bangkok anyway (there seems greater set of options in provinces) Intervac seems the only prospect.At the moment it doesn't work so I think the wide concern felt is justified.

 

 

True what you say but out in the provinces there is absolutely no difference between us as foreigners not able to register to receive a vaccine as there is by Thais unable to register to get their vaccines either. So we are all in the same boat irrespective of whether you are Thai or a foreigner, out in my province anyway.

[JTXR]

I registered at the Chulabhorn Academy.  A few days later, their whole program was stopped. 

I registered and got an appointment at the Thailandintervac site.  It was cancelled ("postponed").

 

Enough is enough.  I'm taking my chances with a flight to the U.S.  At least I KNOW I can get a next-day appointment at my local pharmacy and actually get the shot(s).  And top-line vaccines, too.

Edited June 17, 2021 by JTXR

[DavisH]

On 6/17/2021 at 4:11 PM, JTXR said:

I registered at the Chulabhorn Academy.  A few days later, their whole program was stopped. 

I registered and got an appointment at the Thailandintervac site.  It was cancelled ("postponed").

 

Enough is enough.  I'm taking my chances with a flight to the U.S.  At least I KNOW I can get a next-day appointment at my local pharmacy and actually get the shot(s).  And top-line vaccines, too.

Before spendign a lot of money and time goin the the US for a jab, what is your risk profile? Ar you old, with health conditions, but have a penchant for late nights in Thail nightclubs with the ladies? Or are you healthy, or ottherwise not realyl spending time in high risk locations? Can you wait 6 months? What is the rush? By the end of they year, you should most likely get the jab of your choice. 

[DerbyDan]

what country is on your passport and can you afford a short stay there and a round trip ticket?

 

Edited June 18, 2021 by DerbyDan

[polpott]

1 hour ago, DerbyDan said:

what country is on your passport and can you afford a short stay there and a round trip ticket?

 

I flew to the UK on 22nd April and had my first dose of the vaccine the following day. Get my second dose tomorrow and then will plan my return to Thailand in mid July. Job done.

[DerbyDan]

21 minutes ago, polpott said:

I flew to the UK on 22nd April and had my first dose of the vaccine the following day. Get my second dose tomorrow and then will plan my return to Thailand in mid July. Job done.

i'm hearing chatter about needing a booster next year. you may need to go back again for a booster of the same type of vaccine.

[anchadian]

On 6/17/2021 at 1:52 PM, Jingthing said:

In Pattaya, nothing. 

Unless you're willing to pay for Moderna and wait until October.

 

For those living in Pattaya who are interested in getting the Moderna vaccine, you can register from now until 25th June at Memorial Hospital Pattaya. You have to pay 4,000 baht up front and you will be vaccinated in October. Price does not include doctors fee #Thailand

 

https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1405895710386520067

 

[Guderian]

7 hours ago, anchadian said:

Unless you're willing to pay for Moderna and wait until October.

 

For those living in Pattaya who are interested in getting the Moderna vaccine, you can register from now until 25th June at Memorial Hospital Pattaya. You have to pay 4,000 baht up front and you will be vaccinated in October. Price does not include doctors fee #Thailand

 

https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1405895710386520067

 

 

Too late, the first dose will be given well after the Pattaya version of the sandbox has started, and probably even after Thailand has fully reopened to foreign tourists if Mr. P. has his (slightly demented) way. The second dose would then be in November with maximum immunity not being achieved until the end of that month or else in December. Surely, we need a vaccination that's going to provide some protection well before they start opening the doors to people arriving here bearing the gift of new variants.

[bradiston]

On 6/17/2021 at 1:52 PM, Jingthing said:

In Pattaya, nothing. 

Memorial Hospital is taking bookings now for an October Moderna shot. 4000 THB up front for 2 shots. I think just turn up with passport and get a queue number. I was there today and have been before. Plenty of foreigners there.

[bradiston]

Just received from Pattaya Memorial Hospital:

 

"Recipients who received the message for booking Moderna vaccine at Pattaya Memorial Hospital. We would like to apologize that the booking has been closed now. Any progression will be informed as soon as possible."

[TheFishman1]

I registered on Chiang Mai wall they sent me the 13 digit number it’s been almost 3 weeks I’ve not heard back from them anything TIT

[tranquilogringo]

"registration at local hospitals"

 

I have been continuously told by representatives of the Thai Gov to go register for a vaccine at my local hospital (where my records are). I have been six times. EVERY TIME I am told to go away. Thais first. Thais only. I also went to Hua Hin Hospital to register. Again told to go away. Again Thais first. Thais only. At HHH I was told to get a vaccine at a private hospital. Who, of course, don't have any vaccine, because they have been impeded by the Gov.

And then there's all the online registrations. All dysfunctional or shut down, or no vaccine. it's a clown show of incompetence.

 

[Aussieroaming]

One would think that Embassy staff wouldn't exactly be running ragged due to overwork at present. Its staggering that they aren't willing to intercede on behalf of their nationals to at least facilitate some import of vaccine and a vaccination program for their nationals, given the incompetance that they and we are all witnessing in regards to the national vaccine roll out here, even at a direct cost to those nationals willing to avail themselves of a "home country vaccine" . I understand that the embassies don't normally have involvement in these types of issues be these aren't normal times. Surely they could at least make an effort to help their nationals instead of sitting on their hands and rejecting any ownership of this issue. After all they did manage to get themselves and their embassy staff vaccinated due to the risks. This digusts me more than the Thai Governments lack of performance. 

[Jingthing]

Here's another point for those who say, just fly back home.

Oh really?

Suppose that's realistic. 

Has anyone considered what a waste that is? For many thousands of expats to fly half way around the world taking trips they otherwise didn't intend to take just to get a vaccine?

Consider how much more EFFICIENT it would be for these lame excuse making embassies to simply SHIP IN the jabs.

[donmuang37]

On 6/17/2021 at 9:25 AM, internationalism said:

registration at local hospitals, might be some designated ones.

also each province suppose to have their own online application. The mentioned site was only for bkk.

even if you are in bkk, you can still go to your hospital or the nearest one.

 

the gov promised free treatment for all covid cases. The problem is with hospitels, they are from around 40k for 14 days. Health insurance covers it, but you can get additional covid insurances.

 

in the meantime do flu shot and other shots recommended for your age

I went to register at the private hospital in BKK that has my records yesterday.  Told, "Sorry  we can't do that!" ???????????? SNAFU! 

[TigerandDog]

9 hours ago, anchadian said:

Unless you're willing to pay for Moderna and wait until October.

 

For those living in Pattaya who are interested in getting the Moderna vaccine, you can register from now until 25th June at Memorial Hospital Pattaya. You have to pay 4,000 baht up front and you will be vaccinated in October. Price does not include doctors fee #Thailand

 

https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1405895710386520067

 

So already hospitals are ignoring the govt directive that fees for Moderna ( 1900 baht / jab ) are INCLUSIVE of ALL drs and hospital fees. Didn't take them long did it.

[Excel]

5 minutes ago, donmuang37 said:

I went to register at the private hospital in BKK that has my records yesterday.  Told, "Sorry  we can't do that!" ???????????? SNAFU! 

Did they tell you how much it would cost for them to change their minds ?

Edited June 19, 2021 by Excel

[TigerandDog]

1 hour ago, TheFishman1 said:

I registered on Chiang Mai wall they sent me the 13 digit number it’s been almost 3 weeks I’ve not heard back from them anything TIT

As per my post on an earlier newsletter today, the 13 digit code means nothing. YOu need to access the app again and down towards the bottom of the home page you should see a link for checking your registration. Select the link, input either your passport number/pink id card number ( whichever you used to register ), if your registration was successful your appointment details should be displayed, viz. date, time & hospital.

[MrJ2U]

Udon Thani Bangkok Hospital is taking registration for Maoderna vaccine. 

Available October- December.

3800 baht

[sghanchey]

On 6/17/2021 at 4:11 PM, JTXR said:

I registered at the Chulabhorn Academy.  A few days later, their whole program was stopped. 

I registered and got an appointment at the Thailandintervac site.  It was cancelled ("postponed").

 

Enough is enough.  I'm taking my chances with a flight to the U.S.  At least I KNOW I can get a next-day appointment at my local pharmacy and actually get the shot(s).  And top-line vaccines, too.

Me too. Depending on how soon I can get my Non-OA annual extension done, I'm outta here as soon as I can get the PCR test and get on a plane. People are signing up for 4000 baht Moderna jobs in October at Pattaya Memorial Hospital, but I'll get mine the day after arriving in the U.S. 

[UWEB]

10 hours ago, anchadian said:

Unless you're willing to pay for Moderna and wait until October.

 

For those living in Pattaya who are interested in getting the Moderna vaccine, you can register from now until 25th June at Memorial Hospital Pattaya. You have to pay 4,000 baht up front and you will be vaccinated in October. Price does not include doctors fee #Thailand

 

https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1405895710386520067

 

Just have called Memorial Hospial, told me they are"sold out".

[tifino]

1 hour ago, UWEB said:

Just have called Memorial Hospial, told me they are"sold out".

 

 'After' they took your money? and Issued Receipt... 

 

[aboctok]

On 6/17/2021 at 2:00 PM, Excel said:

True what you say but out in the provinces there is absolutely no difference between us as foreigners not able to register to receive a vaccine as there is by Thais unable to register to get their vaccines either. So we are all in the same boat irrespective of whether you are Thai or a foreigner, out in my province anyway.

Absolutely no difference between foreigners and Thais. Lmao. Anyone who says that is speaking too soon.

 

Sigh. Like everything, the pandemic has its funny side.

[yankee99]

On 6/17/2021 at 4:11 PM, JTXR said:

I registered at the Chulabhorn Academy.  A few days later, their whole program was stopped. 

I registered and got an appointment at the Thailandintervac site.  It was cancelled ("postponed").

 

Enough is enough.  I'm taking my chances with a flight to the U.S.  At least I KNOW I can get a next-day appointment at my local pharmacy and actually get the shot(s).  And top-line vaccines, too.

Not possible at least in Florida there are no appointments available! 

 

Walk-ins only ????