AZ availability in Bangkok for those interested.

[shanghailoz]

 

The British Embassy has been informed that British nationals over the age of 18 have the opportunity to receive an AstraZeneca covid-19 vaccination at Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok between 25 and 29 August. Second vaccination 12 weeks later. 

Registration, on a first come first served basis, is through the following google docs form, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3h7dn4nVDNdNDD6ObyPYx6-H0mvE-nJ-RQjFigRrTNRUiqg/viewform?usp=sf_link. Registration closes on Sunday 22 August. Cost is THB 50. Numbers of vaccines are limited, so register now.

 

[AussieBob]

I am very dubious about this post.  There are a lot of personal details sought from an unknown google docs website, that is sponsored by the Kingdom of Belgium??  I looked on the British Embassy site and there is no mention of this initiative.  Perhaps I am wrong - but I am naturally skeptical about giving out very personal information to a blank google docs site that is not part of the Embassy website. 

[KaptainRob]

Locked awaiting OP verification, or otherwise.

Unlocked as now verified to be legit.

[shanghailoz]

It's legit -as far as I can tell; at least technically it checks out.

The email came from the gov.uk.  Mail headers etc look good.  It's also addressed correctly to me, and my name is spelt correctly (which is usually not the case!).

Has a DKIM signature from the mail which passes, and says its from notifications.service.gov.uk
That can't be faked, not without a lot of work...

Lastly - it's something I have specifically signed up to receive from the consulate.

If you're a UK Citizen, you can signup to receive these emails at this address: Bangkok.DocumentaryServices@fcdo.gov.uk

So far, its been a once a week notification from them.

 

Dkim-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; q=dns/txt; c=relaxed/simple; s=3apny64dcizopvtlo7npqfhb27ufe2u5; d=notifications.service.gov.uk; t=1629529975; h=From:Reply-To:To:Subject:MIME-Version:Content-Type:Message-ID:Date; bh=wM37bD339lPGgmZuiC54DR/aDrV4b7DWIcppK/RJ6A0=; b=CMpXyw7DPgvMrnLuL1JfyVuYjwYawZmOfd/uj0Ivm1QlnweCg3QUJ9eMhzB0HgeU 014/g6nmDAvkqKixsO+894dH+qeiCk65ZHJlhfkK0h+gMb8BMUj3JWbpPgpUoWX8CAQ ittH4lVR90VcpBu4c77UNpeTQQL0HVTQWOJitOOQ=

 

 

 

[shanghailoz]

I guess if you're worried, best to contact the hospital directly?

I googled it, and the details are:
 

Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok

Address: 998 Khlong Samsen Rd, Bang Kapi, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310, Thailand
Hours: 
Open 24 hours
Phone: +66 2 129 5555 / online@piyavate.com

[AussieBob]

12 hours ago, shanghailoz said:

It's legit -as far as I can tell; at least technically it checks out.

The email came from the gov.uk.  Mail headers etc look good.  It's also addressed correctly to me, and my name is spelt correctly (which is usually not the case!).

Has a DKIM signature from the mail which passes, and says its from notifications.service.gov.uk
That can't be faked, not without a lot of work...

Lastly - it's something I have specifically signed up to receive from the consulate.

If you're a UK Citizen, you can signup to receive these emails at this address: Bangkok.DocumentaryServices@fcdo.gov.uk

So far, its been a once a week notification from them.

Dkim-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; q=dns/txt; c=relaxed/simple; s=3apny64dcizopvtlo7npqfhb27ufe2u5; d=notifications.service.gov.uk; t=1629529975; h=From:Reply-To:To:Subject:MIME-Version:Content-Type:Message-ID:Date; bh=wM37bD339lPGgmZuiC54DR/aDrV4b7DWIcppK/RJ6A0=; b=CMpXyw7DPgvMrnLuL1JfyVuYjwYawZmOfd/uj0Ivm1QlnweCg3QUJ9eMhzB0HgeU 014/g6nmDAvkqKixsO+894dH+qeiCk65ZHJlhfkK0h+gMb8BMUj3JWbpPgpUoWX8CAQ ittH4lVR90VcpBu4c77UNpeTQQL0HVTQWOJitOOQ=

Thanks @shanghailoz good to get confirmed.  I should have realised - the email header is from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in UK - not from the UK Embassy in Bangkok.  Seems the UK Embassy is the same as the Aust Embassy - as useless as sheite on a shovel, and wouldn't work in an iron lung.  

[shanghailoz]

I've been getting regular email from them regarding Covid vaccines.  
You can sign up for them voluntarily, and the email is listed on their website.

If you visit this website:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/thailand/coronavirus

They have a section about getting updates.  I signed up via the email address (also posted above).

I typically receive one email a week from them with covid info.

The details posted in the first post are from their weekly email, and like I said, the headers do match and validate. 

It is possible that they have sent out an iffy signup sheet link, so caveat emptor and all that. 
The mail headers are good, but the content could still be bad, especially if its government sent!

Call the hospital and check directly is probably the best suggestion here.

The mail replyto: address did have one typo though Bangkoknoratialbookings@fco.gov.uk (I think thats likely to be  Bangkoknotorialbookings@fco.gov.uk ), but I suspect that actually makes it more valid as coming from government.  The rest all checks out 100% though.

 

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COVID-19 vaccines if you live in Thailand

Wherever possible British nationals should aim to be vaccinated in the country where they live. As further information is available about the national vaccination programme, this page will be updated. Sign up to get email notifications. You can also receive the Embassy’s regular updates about the vaccination programme by sending a message to Bangkok.DocumentaryServices@fcdo.gov.uk.

The Thailand national vaccination programme started in June 2021. The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed that all residents of Thailand, including foreigners, can register for a vaccine at any hospital that holds your health records, if you choose to join the programme. Registration online and at hospitals that do not hold your records may also be possible. Short and longer-term visitors may not be eligible under this scheme.

In many areas there are limited supplies of vaccines and registration and vaccination programmes have been temporarily suspended. You should check the current situation with local authorities and the Thai government’s Facebook page and PR website.

 

Edited August 22, 2021 by shanghailoz

[9S_]

23 hours ago, AussieBob said:

I am very dubious about this post.  There are a lot of personal details sought from an unknown google docs website, that is sponsored by the Kingdom of Belgium??  I looked on the British Embassy site and there is no mention of this initiative.  Perhaps I am wrong - but I am naturally skeptical about giving out very personal information to a blank google docs site that is not part of the Embassy website. 

Well for perspective it’s reported that people who want to evacuate from Afghanistan are using Google forms too

[shanghailoz]

2 hours ago, 9S_ said:

Well for perspective it’s reported that people who want to evacuate from Afghanistan are using Google forms too

Pretty common - almost all the hospital signups I've seen have been over google docs, including the most recent one I posted about Chiang Mai signups.

[shanghailoz]

As an addendum, the British Consulate sent out an update regarding this notice.

165 British nationals were successful in booking an AstraZeneca covid-19 vaccination following the offer we shared on Saturday from Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok.

 

I've pasted the latest email from the Consulate below, it has a few updates.

 

 

 

Thailand Covid-19 vaccination programme Embassy update 25th August 2021
We understand information within this bulletin is correct at the time of publication  but it may change Sign up to our Thailand Travel Advice and UK in Thailand Twitter and Facebook pages to keep up to date
News
·         The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has announcement foreign nationals living outside of Bangkok who registered on expatvac.consular.go.th, should receive an appointment in the coming weeks, including those under the age of 60 living across Thailand.    ·         Scam warning: the MFA are aware of a scam whereby people have been asked to pay for a Pfizer vaccine. Unless arranged through a private hospital, the Pfizer vaccine is administered free of charge as part of the Thai government vaccination programme.   ·         If you are having trouble registering for a covid-19 vaccination you should contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs directly via email, foreignvac@gmail.com. If you successfully registered for a vaccine via the MFA website and have subsequently received an email stating your application has been declined, call the MFA on +66 (0) 2572 8442.   ·         165 British nationals were successful in booking an AstraZeneca covid-19 vaccination following the offer we shared on Saturday from Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok.   ·         Some provincial hospitals are contacting their British national patients directly and offering covid-19 vaccinations. Thanks to one of our bulletin subscribers in in Ban Khwao, Chaiyaphium, for this information.   ·         7683 British Nationals have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine via Thailand’s vaccination programme (source: MOPH Immunization Centre 16th August 2021).    ·         NHS COVID Passes/Vaccine Passports are currently not available for people who have been vaccinated outside of the UK. The UK government however recognises it needs to consider how to treat British Nationals who have been vaccinated overseas. Work is ongoing to determine which non-UK vaccines may be recognised.   ·         The CCSA has confirmed that foreigners in Thailand should not contact their Embassy to register for a vaccine. If a hospital tells you to contact the Embassy to register you should explain this to them.   ·         You can find a COVID-19 test location by inputting your postcode on this website.
Vaccine Registration
·      Foreign residents, over the age of 18, across Thailand can register for their first vaccine via this website. You can also register for a vaccine appointment at any hospital where you have prior medical records or via private hospitals that offer vaccines for purchase.    ·         Vaccines provided via the Thai government programme will be AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Sinovac. You will not be able to choose which vaccine you receive.    ·         From Wednesday 18th August, you can register for the Sinopharm vaccine at Chulabhorn Royal Academy via this website. The cost will be 1554THB for both doses. Vaccination will occur 19th August – 3rd September. Registration is expected to be open every Wednesday, depending on quantities available. If you reside outside Bangkok you can register and choose where to receive a vaccine if a local participating hospital is available.   ·         Principal Health Care have opened a Moderna covid-19 vaccination registration for early 2022. Whilst based in Bangkok, if you live outside the capital, you can register subject to inter-provincial travel restrictions.   ·         Thonburi Health Group vaccine registration for the Moderna vaccine has closed. Further information can be found at, Facebook: Thonburi Hospital Club, LineOA: @thonburihospital and www.thonburihospital.com.     ·         British Nationals who are at least 60 years old with one of 7 stated chronic illnesses and all employees of British Chamber of Commerce Thailand member companies operating in dark red zones can register interest to receive a vaccine via this website.
·         Bangkok   25 to 27 August 2021, walk-in covid-19 vaccines for pregnant women. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has opened 12 vaccination centres where pregnant women can obtain a vaccine without pre-registration. If you are past your 12th week of pregnancy can walk in to get the vaccine at the following locations:
1.    SCB Head Office (Ratchayothin) 2.    Siam Cement Group (SCG) Bang Sue 3.    Robinson Lat Krabang 4.    Central Ladprao 5.    Central World 6.    Samyan Mitrtown	7.    Tesco Lotus Rama IV 8.    Asiatique the Riverfront 9.    University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce 10.  Siam Paragon 11.  The Mall Bang Krapi, and 12. The Mall Bangkae.
If you attend, you will need to take your antenatal document or pregnancy certificate with an ID document. For more information, please contact the vaccine hotline, on 1516. If you are over the age of 40, living with any of the 7 stated chronic illnesses or pregnant (more than 12 weeks gestation) you can pre-register for a vaccine at the following hospitals: 1.    Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital 2.    MedPark Hospital 3.       Bumrungrad Hospital 4.       BNH Hospital 5.       Vimut Hospital 6.    Bangkok Hospital (Headquarters)
·         Phuket   You can register for vaccinations in Phuket via the Phuket Win website. You will need to provide evidence that you live in Phuket.  For more information call the Phuket Provincial Health Office hotline on 0945938876 and 0622435116 or via Line @phuketwin.   ·         Chiang Mai   You can register for a vaccine in Chiang Mai by downloading an application form from the Chiang Mai Provincial Office website or directly here. For more information contact the Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office www.chiangmaihealth.go.th or the Consular Co-ordinator Ben Svasti Thomson via email covidcommcm@gmail.com   ·         Hua Hin   If you live in Hua Hin, you can register for a vaccine via Mor Prachub Prom. To register, you will need to modify your passport number to a 13-digit ID number. Please contact Hua Hin Hospital directly or visit this website to request this number (online requests can take up to 3 working days). Once registered, which may take up to one day, you can reserve a vaccine on this website. For more information, contact Hua Hin Hospital   ·         Chonburi   You can register for a Covid-19 vaccine in Chonburi by completing a registration form. Each district has a different link to register. More details can be found on  Chonburi Provincial Public Health Office social media.    If you are over the age of 40, living with any of the 7 underlying health conditions or  pregnant (more than 12 weeks gestation) you can pre-register for a vaccine at the  following hospitals, Samithivej Sriracha Hospital and Bangkok Pattaya Hospital, (link to google docs form) ·         Khon Kaen   You can register for a vaccine via your main district public hospital or at Srinagarind Khon Kaen hospital, Regional health Promotion Centre 7 and Khon Kaen hospital. If you reside in Khon Kaen and are over the age of 60, have one of the 7 underlying health conditions or pregnant (more than 12 weeks gestation) you can pre-register for a vaccine at Bangkok-Khon Kaen Hospital   ·         Buriram   If you have a pink ID card you can register via the MorProm app or your local hospital. If you do not have a pink ID card, you can register with your local hospital. You will need to take a copy of your passport, address in Thailand and contact details. We have been assured that the vaccination schedule has been arranged on a first-come first-served basis.   ·         KamphaengPhet   The Provincial Public Health Office have explained that foreigners are able to register for vaccine at any public hospital in Kamphaengphet Province. If you are employed in Kamphaengphet Province your employer may be able to register on your behalf. You should therefore speak directly with your employer. For more information, you can contact Khampangphet provincial public health office vaccine hotline, on 093 111 8593.   ·         Sa Kaeo   You can register for a vaccine by contacting the eligibility verification unit at Sa Kaeo Crown Prince Hospital with the following documents:           1.    Your passport        2.    ID card of your spouse (if not married, the house owners ID can be used)        3.    Marriage certificate           4.    House registration book   5.    Letter explaining that you are currently residing in Sa Kaeo       6.    Social security card   ·         Rayong   If you live in Rayong you can register for vaccine via https://ระยองสู้โควิด.com. You can receive the vaccine at one of these 6 hospitals: 1.    Rayong hospital 2.    Memorial Hospital Sirindhorn 3.    Banchang hospital 4.    Klaeng Hospital 5.    Wang Chan Hospital 6.    Ban Khai hospital   ·         Ubon Ratchathani   If you live in Ubon Ratchathani you can register for a vaccine by taking your passport to the Vaccine Registration Centre on the first floor at Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Health Office.
Useful Contacts
Department Of Disease Control www.ddc.moph.go.th Hotline: 1422 (for English, press 9)   Department Of Medical Services (DMS) Hotline: 1668   Bed and Hospital Assignment in Bangkok Hotline: 1669   National Health Security Office Hotline: 1330   Ministry Of Labour www.mol.go.th.en   Ministry Of Labour And Social Security Hotline: 1506   Chiang Mai Provincial Office www.chiangmai.go.th    Khon Kaen Provincial Health Office Tel: 0979596765   Phuket Provincial Health Office Hotline: 0945938876 and 0622435116 LINE: @phuketwin   Pattaya Hotline: 1337
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