Clarification on new travel rules starting October 10

[Bnewb]

As of 2am October 9, the JTB website is still showing that a Travel Authorization is REQUIRED!

I tried to submit another application just now, as my original application submitted Oct 5 still shows pending and the website response is that it is TOO LATE to submit another application for a travel date of October 10; NOT ENOUGH TIME TO PROCESS process your application.

So now I retest and resubmit and go at a later date or just cancel! This is simply too much hassle!

Sandytoes...just to clarify...is your original application from October 5th still showing as pending?
If your October 5th application is still pending....I would keep texting or phoning until I get a response.
Hoping for the best for you!!

[sandytoes]

Bnewb,

Yes my original application submitted Oct 5 still shows pending. At 4am this morning I email MOHW requesting approval. Flight leaves tomorrow! Very frustrating to say the least.

At 4:30 I received a response from JTB apologizing for the delayed processing. The representative stated he has asked for expedited review and approval.

I retired last week and planned to stay in JA for an extended period of time, not your normal vacation period.

Very annoying to not get a response/approval after following ALL requirements and just hours from scheduled departure.

Sure hope things get better/smoother for Travellers planning to come during high season. Sigh!