Originally Posted by
t1nt1n
If we can use a TA local to the starting country then I don't think this is a big deal. If I recall, I think back then even this wouldn't work as the TA would have to charge us the price of our residence and only Canadian TAs were allowed to charge the starting country fare?
Thanks!
No, the cost is based on where the ticket is issued. In the vast majority of cases, the ticket is issued where you happen to be (normally your country of residence).
An ex-NRT ticket issued in Japan will cost the Japan price in JPY.
An ex-NRT ticket issued in America will cost the US price in USD.
The now gone "Canadian Exception" allowed for an ex-NRT ticket to be issued in Canada and cost the Japan price in CAD.
The main problem is finding a travel agent in the country of departure who is willing to do everything electronically/over phone without wanting to see the card.