Kathss56 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 13 minutes ago, KathyN said: Yes the airline says only a 5-hour transit in Singapore. I think transiting flights are exempt, but let me check to be sure. Is that long enough to activate yr visa. I know sometimes it’s pretty instant but not always Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 26 minutes ago, Kathss56 said: Yes I would say definitely Perth it’s about $2520 for one person. Are you sure you don’t have to do 2 days quarantine /testing in Singapore?? Or are flights from Oz exempt from that? ... The risk is your return flight being seriously delayed or cancelled. Mainly due to Adelaide closing the other day though so I found on Singapore Airlines websites that when transiting through Singapore, passengers from other countries except for India, Indonesia and Philippines are not required to do the Covid test in Singapore. https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/travel-info/covid-19/# General information for transit through Singapore Changi: https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/travel-info/transit-through-singapore/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 1 minute ago, Kathss56 said: Is that long enough to activate yr visa. I know sometimes it’s pretty instant but not always If in the unfortunate case that it takes longer, I will have to change the return date then, and stay in Singapore for a while and do the 2 day test. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, KathyN said: I found on Singapore Airlines websites that when transiting through Singapore, passengers from other countries except for India, Indonesia and Philippines are not required to do the Covid test in Singapore. https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/travel-info/covid-19/# General information for transit through Singapore Changi: https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/travel-info/transit-through-singapore/ Thanks, let us know how you get on with your flight and how long visa took to activate please. Good luck! Edited November 23, 2020 by Kathss56 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Jane Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 (edited) 4 hours ago, NatS259 said: Completely stumped as to when to book my Mums flight for, knowing full well it’ll likely get bumped! Has anyone with a recent visa grant booked? So many unknowns it’s hard to now make a plan! Very frustrating as after the 2nd vac payment a business class flight + quarantine isn’t really an option right now. If it’s not one stressful waiting game it’s another Contact Jennie Bardsley at British travel in Perth. She can get you non bump seats for most places in Australia good luck Edited November 23, 2020 by Lady Jane Add Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfernandes Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 1 hour ago, KathyN said: If in the unfortunate case that it takes longer, I will have to change the return date then, and stay in Singapore for a while and do the 2 day test. @KathyNAll the very best with this. I can imagine the stress levels going through all of this hassle. But sooner than latet I think my in-laws too will have to go through this. They too will be onshore when we get the intimation to pay the 2nd VAC. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 18 minutes ago, cfernandes said: @KathyNAll the very best with this. I can imagine the stress levels going through all of this hassle. But sooner than latet I think my in-laws too will have to go through this. They too will be onshore when we get the intimation to pay the 2nd VAC. Yes, I've done this hoping I can be with my family for Christmas 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NatS259 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 16 hours ago, Kathss56 said: Are they offshore or onshore? if offshore it might be cheaper and easier after New Year. Hoping they will increase the caps early next year. If onshore ask for more time to leave like I have. Return flights are very scarce and as you say probably business class and quarantine ! Off shore! Yes definitely waiting until January to make a plan. Hoping some sort of home quarantine scenario will be implemented in the next few months rather than hotel quarantine $$$ - wishful thinking probably! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NatS259 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 14 hours ago, Lady Jane said: Contact Jennie Bardsley at British travel in Perth. She can get you non bump seats for most places in Australia good luck Thank you, I’ll look her up now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MELBNGSM Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 17 hours ago, Alice___ said: Congratulations! Don’t know why I haven’t get anything yet? Will be nice to know your timeline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alice___ Posted November 24, 2020 Share Posted November 24, 2020 2 hours ago, MELBNGSM said: Will be nice to know your timeline. Hi! MELBNGSM, I applied on the 1/3/16 Acknowledgment 3/3/16 And I’ve done all everything that PVC team asked for. Now just waiting for 2 VAC requests 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 24, 2020 Share Posted November 24, 2020 18 hours ago, Lady Jane said: Contact Jennie Bardsley at British travel in Perth. She can get you non bump seats for most places in Australia good luck Am wondering how they do this? Wonder if its case of last booked a ticket first off!? Still makes me nervous to book Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Jane Posted November 24, 2020 Share Posted November 24, 2020 5 hours ago, Kathss56 said: Am wondering how they do this? Wonder if its case of last booked a ticket first off!? Still makes me nervous to book I’m not sure how she does it and I’m assuming you pay more than standard economy class for the guarantee but she advertises non bump seats. I have seen people who have used her and got back without being bumped. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 Today we received a call (!!!) from our case officer about my travel plans. The case officer was very considerate and accommodating, saying that as soon as I am cleared at immigration clearance and in the boarding area in Brisbane, they will do the paperwork to issue my grant letter straight away. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, KathyN said: Today we received a call (!!!) from our case officer about my travel plans. The case officer was very considerate and accommodating, saying that as soon as I am cleared at immigration clearance and in the boarding area in Brisbane, they will do the paperwork to issue my grant letter straight away. Wow! Good news. Are you flying out in Western time business hours then? Please let us know how you get on with it and your flight back. Good luck Edited November 25, 2020 by Kathss56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 18 minutes ago, Kathss56 said: Wow! Good news. Are you flying out in Western time business hours then? Please let us know how you get on with it and your flight back. Good luck Yes that's exactly it. The case officer says they will stay back as late as possible until close of business that day, and gave us their direct phone number for emergencies! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 1 minute ago, KathyN said: Yes that's exactly it. The case officer says they will stay back as late as possible until close of business that day, and gave us their direct phone number for emergencies! What!!! Am gobsmacked haha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusieRoo Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 1 hour ago, KathyN said: Today we received a call (!!!) from our case officer about my travel plans. The case officer was very considerate and accommodating, saying that as soon as I am cleared at immigration clearance and in the boarding area in Brisbane, they will do the paperwork to issue my grant letter straight away. So if you get notice that your visa has been granted before boarding your flight, you should be able to simply stay in Australia and re-enter back through customs. No need to actually fly, which must be safer for everyone. It may be worth just taking hand luggage and arrive many hours early to give more time to get the visa before your flight departs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 1 hour ago, SusieRoo said: So if you get notice that your visa has been granted before boarding your flight, you should be able to simply stay in Australia and re-enter back through customs. No need to actually fly, which must be safer for everyone. It may be worth just taking hand luggage and arrive many hours early to give more time to get the visa before your flight departs. I understand that technically I could do that, but the case officer said I have to actually fly for them to do their job. When I come back I will quarantine in Perth and have to take the risk I guess. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 I just received this email from GSD_BNE@singaporeair.com.sg and am unsure how to respond. Considering I do not yet have Australian PR at the moment, will they not let me check in?! The flight on Friday is the one departing Brisbane to Singapore, not even the one arriving in Perth on Saturday. I also got the G2G Travel Permit for Western Australia, but I don't know if that is the "required health documents" ?? I searched but don't see any other documents required for entry into Western Australia! Can anyone please help? I have replied to their email asking for a phone number to discuss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyN Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 4 hours ago, KathyN said: I just received this email from GSD_BNE@singaporeair.com.sg and am unsure how to respond. Considering I do not yet have Australian PR at the moment, will they not let me check in?! The flight on Friday is the one departing Brisbane to Singapore, not even the one arriving in Perth on Saturday. I also got the G2G Travel Permit for Western Australia, but I don't know if that is the "required health documents" ?? I searched but don't see any other documents required for entry into Western Australia! Can anyone please help? I have replied to their email asking for a phone number to discuss. Crisis averted! The airline agreed to escort me through customs and wait for my visa grant letter until 1 hour before boarding time. Then they will let me go! Otherwise they will offload me and I will have rebook flights and apply for an Air Travel Pass to enter Singapore, then go back to Australia. Fingers crossed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Collett Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 https://www.9news.com.au/national/partner-visa-australia-the-regulation-forcing-partners-to-make-expensive-and-risky-flights-overseas/423ee84e-f54d-4208-a1ec-679c4ed3099d Might be of interest to those who are onshore and waiting to head offshore for the granting of a subclass 143 visa. Maybe contact the Labor MP referenced in this article to have subclass 143 visa applicants included ? Best regards. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigtrev Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 50 minutes ago, Alan Collett said: https://www.9news.com.au/national/partner-visa-australia-the-regulation-forcing-partners-to-make-expensive-and-risky-flights-overseas/423ee84e-f54d-4208-a1ec-679c4ed3099d Might be of interest to those who are onshore and waiting to head offshore for the granting of a subclass 143 visa. Maybe contact the Labor MP referenced in this article to have subclass 143 visa applicants included ? Best regards. Thanks Alan, I have sent him an email. Fingers crossed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 3 hours ago, KathyN said: Crisis averted! The airline agreed to escort me through customs and wait for my visa grant letter until 1 hour before boarding time. Then they will let me go! Otherwise they will offload me and I will have rebook flights and apply for an Air Travel Pass to enter Singapore, then go back to Australia. Fingers crossed! Gosh I hope it comes through this is so ridiculous! Hope you’re ok and not feeling to anxious. Feel for you! Good luck! Can you not apply for air travel pass now , does it come through instantly. After all you are coming in from Oz which is on the safe list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 1 hour ago, Alan Collett said: https://www.9news.com.au/national/partner-visa-australia-the-regulation-forcing-partners-to-make-expensive-and-risky-flights-overseas/423ee84e-f54d-4208-a1ec-679c4ed3099d Might be of interest to those who are onshore and waiting to head offshore for the granting of a subclass 143 visa. Maybe contact the Labor MP referenced in this article to have subclass 143 visa applicants included ? Best regards. Definitely going to email this MP, as I’m currently onshore anxiously waiting for NZ to open, before they literally force me out ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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