Yes mate with the privileges you have and it was still bad. Can you just imagine what it is like for brown and black non arabs people in that part of the world? I don't even transit there
what I would say is do not uae a visa agent. Once you are in Thailand, visit one of the smaller towns which has an immigration office. Speak gently with tge thai staff and they will give you all the help and advice you will need. My brother found the immigration office in chaing rai very friendly. They helped him with getting the necessary insurance and even fill up the forms. Just be friendly because Thai people are kind