I got an update, and I didn’t apply to France, I didn’t think I was that stupid haha. It was an IT error, which they have sorted, might be a heads up for those who apply for the STV online.

@Emilio ******

I don’t trust the visa excempt as people are using it in the hope of staying longer under the constant amnestys. Bit risky in my opinion, as I imagine youd need a good reason to stay in the country after 45 days, and I plan to stay for 6 months.

also confused about this page, as I have provided the documents ( requested in the image) already in my online application, so its a bit pointless asking for them again.

gone over my application and there is nowhere that states I have applied for the French embassy

@Charlie ******

you’re welcome 😃 they are definitely issuing it, I’ve been back and forth with someone high up on the visa side of the London embassy and almost finished my application.

The 2 grand is because the STV requires evidence that you have pre paid for a hotel post quarantine. So I’ve had to pay over a grand for 5 months accommodation, rather than pay it month by month as normally would. Also the health insurance will be more expensive due to the amount of time in the country. Just a few things to be aware of before applying, but hey. It means more time out there and less visits to the immigration offices. 👌

Lee Hunt agreed mate, ive found an asq hotel for £850. I've also had to pay for 5 months worth accommodation after asq also, required for the STV

Lee Hunt im getting all that ready just to stay safe, can't afford any slip ups, ive already hit 2 grand, and haven't even paid for my ASQ yet.

Lee Hunt I think its a scare tactic blown up by the media. and I think the people on here will fly out as normal over the coming days, and im sure we will see it on here. The news just now said "travellers must state a reason for travel", ive not seen my girlfriend in over a year, I think that qualifies over a lads holiday piss up.

@Jeff ********

haha they should be waving us off at the airport, not locking us in, one less potential covid case for their records.

I wouldn't worry yet. I've heard all sorts of crap today which includes being interrogated by check in staff, and filling out government forms online, nobody knows anything yet, and rules constantly change. I imagine Boris' plan to slowly reopen end of Feb will bring us back into the tiered system which will relax travel to some extent. Right now, you have an advantage because there are members of groups like this travelling before you, just keep an eye out for their experiences on here. Also, travelling for a long stay trip to Thailand is different to a week in Tenerife, so they should leave long haulers/long stayers alone if they had any sense.