Thailand and Malaysia tourism officials are finalising the details of a “vaccinated travel lane” entry scheme, which would eliminate quarantine for vaccinated travellers arriving by plane between the two Southeast Asian nations. The new travel scheme is projected to open from mid-March, with at least 10 daily return flights.
Good progress is reportedly being made in finalising the details at talks between the two countries, according to government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana on Tuesday. VTL is likely to be in place by mid-March for fully vaccinated travellers.
But as the calendar marches toward the Ides of March, there is still no word on whether travelers from Malaysia would still need to apply for Thailand Pass. It’s also unclear whether the new VTL scheme would allow all travellers from Malaysia or only Malaysian citizens.
The new travel scheme would see up to 6…
