Thailand allows foreigners to claim medical expenses for Covid-19 treatment

A woman is seen wearing a protective face mask due to the coronavirus outbreak, as she waits for costumers in central Bangkok, Thailand on Tuesday (March 19). Thailand's Ministry of Finance on Thursday (March 19) has confirmed that foreign visitors who were treated for Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak in the country will be able to claim back medical expenses from Thai hospitals. - Reuters

BANGKOK: Thailand's Ministry of Finance on Thursday (March 19) has confirmed that foreign visitors who were treated for Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak in the country will be able to claim back medical expenses from Thai hospitals.

The ministry's confirmation also extends to foreigners who were placed under investigation pending COVID-19 test results.