Answered6 years ago
Is flying from the UK to Bangkok via Dubai on Emirates a viable option during the current restrictions?
Any views on this. I'm trying to get back home to Bangkok. I'm not having any success with repatriation flights. BA fly from UK to Dubai and Emirates fly from Dubai to Bangkok. Is that a viable route at this time?
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around the challenges faced by expats trying to return to Bangkok amidst travel restrictions due to COVID-19. Various suggestions and insights are shared regarding flights available, specifically mentioning Emirates and Qatar. Key points include the necessity of obtaining a Certificate of Entry (COE) from the Thai embassy, eligibility criteria for returning to Thailand, and the importance of having the correct documentation and insurance. Participants emphasize the need for thorough preparation, including booking ASQ hotels and understanding the 72-hour COVID test requirement before departure.
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Andrew ********
OPEmirates are flying from London to Bangkok via Dubai this month im on one. Call Emirates to find out seat.
Andrew ********
OPRelax dude i'm sorted
Andrew *******
Andrew *******
I told you what to do previously.
You are an Australian in the uk.
You need to talk with the Thai embassy in the uk.
You must meet the criteria to return to Thailand.
You need to book a seat on the next repatriation flight from London, then book the ASQ hotel and your insurance.
You need to send this information to the embassy so they can put this information on the COE.
Then you can arrange your covid test and fit to fly 72 hours before you leave.
You are an Australian in the uk.
You need to talk with the Thai embassy in the uk.
You must meet the criteria to return to Thailand.
You need to book a seat on the next repatriation flight from London, then book the ASQ hotel and your insurance.
You need to send this information to the embassy so they can put this information on the COE.
Then you can arrange your covid test and fit to fly 72 hours before you leave.
Andrew ********
OPTold you I did all that.
Andrew *******
@Andrew *******
No you haven’t.You don’t have a seat on the repatriation flight, you don’t have a COE or anything.
Dave *********
I have a flight booked with Qatar from Edingburgh to Doha the Doha to Bangkok..Ive had to change it twice now its rescheduled for October 8th.. but looks like I may have to change again due to the thai government not opening up and the hoops of fire you have to jump through..
Im on a retirement ..I had a work permit 22 years paid tax and social fund ..still 49% percent shareholder my wife is 51% have to dependants and legally married ..have full covid insurance cover to there requirements but still cannot get intouch with anyone at the Thai embassy. I departed on a return ticket on tge 21st July and now cannot get back..what a sham..😡well peeved off
Im on a retirement ..I had a work permit 22 years paid tax and social fund ..still 49% percent shareholder my wife is 51% have to dependants and legally married ..have full covid insurance cover to there requirements but still cannot get intouch with anyone at the Thai embassy. I departed on a return ticket on tge 21st July and now cannot get back..what a sham..😡well peeved off
Sammy *******
@Dave ********
what "sham" ?? it is why Thailand has not had a local infection in 100 days. While infected going through quarantine have been discovered, just 8 more the other day.u shouldnt have left Thailand, or hurried ur ass back as the red flags of a closure on the horizon were apparent,
Mel ******
Can I get Emirates flights from Manchester
Baz **********
If London embassy issues COE for these flights it should be ok pending queries on the 72 hour covid test requirements. Awaiting clarity from the embassy.
Mel ******
@Baz *********
thanks for that bazBaz **********
@Mel *****
without getting too over optimistic it looks promising. 👍
Dave ***********
Why not fly Emirates from London to Dubai also? Of course if you are eligible and have all the correct paperwork
Michael ********
Go to group farangs stranded abroad its not a simple process. I have done it already and got back in July go to that group.
Also check if you qualify on embassy website. Dont waste any money on tickets
Also check if you qualify on embassy website. Dont waste any money on tickets
Baz **********
If your local embassy will issue the COE and you fit the categories then it should be feasible.
Andrew ********
OPWhat address did you send your To?
Baz **********
@Andrew *******
I will send you a FM on facebook messenger.Baz **********
@Andrew *******
Sent you a friend request to make it easier.Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
sorry but I really don't know.Baz **********
@Andrew *******
a private message. No worries 😂 you need to find message requests in Facebook messanger to see that PM. If you can't find it add me as a friend then we can discuss straight on messanger. I will help you sort the COE 👍 what date are you planning going? Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
told you I'm not good on computers and things whats a PM?Baz **********
@Andrew *******
Ok I have sent you a PM.Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
thanks, I am not good with computers and things.Andrew ********
OPWhy not Me? Embassy again tomorrow morning I guess I have all my paperwork, nothing I ever do on Internet works for me.
Andrew ********
OPI sent all my details on Friday nothing back yet
Baz **********
@Andrew *******
which email address did you send all your documentation too? Baz **********
@Andrew *******
which email address? Baz **********
@Andrew *******
Ok 👍Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
let you know when I get to my computer on mobile just now and no idea how to find infoBaz **********
I've been compiling the documents over the last couple of days via email. Sent the last one at 7pm received COE about 9pm
Andrew ********
OPWas at embassy on Friday
Andrew ********
OPWhen did you send yours?
Baz **********
Stamped and dated Royal Thai Embassy London
Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
embassy dies nit issue COof E Bangkok department of foreign affairs issue it I think. Local embassy can not.Baz **********
@Andrew *******
that changed. Local embassies issue the COEs Baz **********
@Andrew *******
just received mine from the UK embassy 2 hours ago. Andrew ********
OP@Baz *********
not in uk they don't as of yesterday Sammy *******
@Baz *********
exactly, and prepare other docs, insurance, booking flight ( practically a lottery), booking quarantine hotel, etcBaz **********
@Sammy ******
🤣Yes and all the headaches that comes with it......Baz **********
@Sammy ******
fingers crossed local embassies issue COEs for the commercial flights entering from Dubai then the lottery is over and you can align ASQ's easier with daily flights. Hopes have been shattered in the past though 🤪Sammy *******
@Baz *********
yep, definitely a pain to prepare, and then enter the flight lottery.Sammy *******
do you fit into any of the categories currently allowed back in to Thailand?
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