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How early can I apply for a Certificate of Entry (COE) for Thailand?

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Apr 9, 2021

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Piero ************

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My COE application was pre-approved last week, so I went ahead and bought my plane tickets in order to complete the COE application process.  

I uploaded my plane ticket confirmation and ASQ Hotel booking and received the response that my request was rejected because its too early to apply and the rules my change.  I am applying for a June arrival.  

Has anyone else had this problem?    How soon ahead do we need to apply?  

Here is the response that I received:

Royal Thai Embassy has rejected your registration/application.   Due to Too early to apply for a COE. In June, the regulations to enter Thailand may change.

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The user received a rejection for their COE application due to applying too early for a June arrival. They are seeking advice on how soon ahead they should submit their application. Comments suggest that applying a few days to a month before departure is advisable, though many recent changes in Thailand may affect the application process.

Teri *****

Updates for COE approval: I applied on Monday. Called Consular services on Wednesday. And got approved on Friday. Hope this helps.

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Piero ************

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: Enjoy!!

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Teri *****

@Piero ***********

yes 😁

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Piero ************

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Have a great trip in Thailand! You leave in 2 weeks?

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Piero ************

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Thanks for the info! I'm glad to know what it worked out well for you.

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Teri *****

I applied 3 weeks before the flight and called 3 days later for progress. After several calls later they answered and said to wait for a week.

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Tony *********

I applied one month before departure . So maybe 3 months too long .. I must admit a lot has changed in Thailand in the last few weeks

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Garrett ***********

COE's are issued within 24 hours. Shouldn't need to apply more than a few days in advance.

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