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If he "missed the deadline," does that means he's on overstay?
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@Yan***
They lied, and the Thai embassy in Singapore doesn't issue Thaipass..
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Non immigrant visa holders (other than Non-OA) do NOT need 1 years coverage, 30 days is sufficient.
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@William *******
It doesn't matter. If you stay in the same province, technically you don't even need to update your TM30.
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As long as they give you a receipt or a screenshot that they filed the TM30, you're fine. Hotels normally use the the online TM30 system, but it doesn't always work. Ask the for a screenshot.
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Vit is correct. When you transition from a visa exempt entry to a Non-O based on retirement you'll get a 90 day visa. The 800k baht does not need to be in your Thai bank account for any period of time.

After the 90 days (well 15-30 days before it expires) you'll apply for a 1 year extension. The yearly extension requires the 800k baht to be I'm a Thai bank for 60 days prior to the application.
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Are you flying into Bangkok or Phuket? If Bangkok, you need to book an SHA+EXTRA hotel that includes the covid test.

If Phuket, you need to pay for the covid test in advance.