Folks, To clarify my circumstances. Lodge my application late February 2021 and flew out of Oz on 19 March 2021. Harry is correct in stating to have all paperwork to hand, especially email granting permission to leave Oz. In your application ensure you state and evidence, ownership of property, rental agreements, length of previous residence in Thailand (enclose copy of visa stamps) etc. Driving Licence, copy of house book, medical record and so on. The application field is a max of 200 words which frankly is not enough.  Hint....on your Stat Dec re undertaking to leave the country for 3 months or more that was item 10 on mine. 1 to 9 was all the info I did not have room for in the electronic application. Good luck.

On 3/3/2021 at 3:39 PM, Salerno said:

 

Instead of listening to propaganda (they are putting out that message as they don't want conventional tourism due to the hassle of returnees) look at the reality. Anyone that lived/spent the majority of their time overseas have never needed to get an exemption, they could just rock up at the airport and show their travel history, since last October you can get an exemption by proving you are leaving for 3+ months. There are multiple flights out every day.

Correct Salerno. I depart Australia for Thailand 18/03/2021. I provided proof of duration of residence and long term living requirements in Thailand, such as bank accounts, drivers licence, property ownership etc. Singapore Airlines have a daily flight departing Brisbane International Airport along with other major airlines throughout Australia.

14 hours ago, pookondee said:

So what carrier did you use on the first flight out of Australia, if i may ask?

Having mentioned Singapore, im presuming Singapore airlines?

pookondee, Singapore Airlines fly out of Brisbane daily and have one way fares for February/March 2021, starting at $659 Australian. I recommend you call and speak to a customer service advisor before booking online. They run you through their procedure which I found most helpful. In regards to travel over 3 months see my previous entry re Declaration of intent. Hopefully JomtienExile can bring us up to speed on this issue.  

22 hours ago, JomtienExile said:

Once I had the CoE I could apply to the Home Affairs Department for an exit permit.

I am in the process of applying for an exemption to leave Australia. On the homeaffairs.gov.au website under outward travel restrictions - operation directive it states persons traveling more than 3 months must make and submit a Declaration of Intent. Did you have to do one and if so what format did it take? In regards to the CoE, I have contacted the Thai Embassy and have been told "If you are holding the marriage certificate with Thai nationality, you are entitled to obtain the Certificate of Entry and Visa" which I am. Will Home Affairs accept this assurance given the CoE is not issued until shortly before your flight. In closing, would it be possible to message you for advice if I come unstuck?

On 12/11/2020 at 10:19 AM, Wee Man said:

my wife in Thailand had to send me a letter saying we were still together along with a copy of our bankbooks which I had to tender with the application.   

My wife and I do not have a shared account but can provide evidence I financially support her (bank transactions Australia/Thailand), will this suffice? Can you give me a hint what she needs to include in the letter? 

23 hours ago, tokyoblond said:

I have tried to keep up some payments to my staff

Noblesse Oblige. I commend your benevolence and loyalty to your employees.  

These links (though dated) may be of assistance:

https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/316205-thai-military-obligation-for-dual-citizenship-thais/

https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/983448-military-draft-for-thai-citizen-living-outside-and-not-speaking-thai/

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