Considering buying an elite visa. Does anyone know if you have to physically leave Thailand to get the visa affixed ? Or is there a way to apply and receive it inside Thailand ?

Hello all, any update on New to be Elite visa holder authorization to apply for COE from France. I got accepted yet no letter yet to get stamped but I also understand that some consulate don’t even have yet instructions? Any update appreciated also did anyone got their letter of approval last two weeks? Seems like the pipe is clogged a bit in process...