Ah, that sucks. I’m about to do the same thing next week. My last one wasn’t too bad except for the guy snoring like a mad man the whole way there and back. But I’d take that over kids/toddlers any day.
you don’t need any of that stuff. It’s very simple. Buy the ticket. Once you’re here, go through immigration. Chances are won’t say more than 5 words to you. Get stamped in. Collect your bags and be in your way. It doesn’t get much simpler than that.
did they take a photo of your face? I’m sure you’ve heard of facial recognition. You won’t be beating the system. Pay your fine, take your ban and get it over with.