@Tod ********

yes I know it’s 45 days haha. Totally forgot to mention that before. I know I don’t need an agent. I just contacted one to get more information a few months ago when I was doing research and planning. Actually the posts in this group have been very helpful too 😊

@Tod ********

I was referring to visa exempt. I’m Singaporean and just got my COE approved. Will be flying to Thailand in a couple of days. And oh yes I forgot about the extra 15 days.

@Chan ************

some people in this group were not asked for a return flight though haha

@Chan ************

it was required for me. They rejected my COE application and only approved it after I submitted a return ticket. But this varies across countries and embassies.

@Angelina ****

for an SG passport, we only get 30 days so do take note of that. I spoke with an agent who says we can get it converted to non-b or Ed but you need to apply early. I’m not sure of the complete process as I’m only arriving in bkk next week and haven’t done it yet.

@Fede****

yeah, it varies across countries. I was asked for all this before they would proceed with my application. Even got rejected once because I did not submit the documents for my outgoing flight.

For the pre-approval, I attached my insurance and passport. Once pre-approved, I added in my ASQ hotel booking and flights details. The first time I did it, they asked me to include my outgoing flight as well. So I had to purchase an outgoing flight and then submit it again. Once all that was settled, my COE was finally approved. It might vary for different embassies though.

@Rick ****************

thanks for the detailed response. I’m taking Qatar (Brazil/Doha/Bangkok). Qatar requires copies of the fit to fly and covid test at check in. Saw this on their website. I think I’ll do what you did and bring three copies each.

@Wayne ******

yeah I actually live in Aus but decided not to go back coz then I’d be stuck there. But I was kinda stuck in Brazil for awhile as well. 😆

@Wayne ******

Applying from Brazil