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Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

Since 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals must complete the TDAC online for free before entering Thailand by air, land, or sea. No more paper arrival cards (TM.6).

When to submit

Submit your TDAC up to 3 days (72 hours) before your arrival in Thailand, including the day of arrival. You must submit a new one every time you enter Thailand, it is single-use only.

Who needs to submit

All non-Thai nationals, regardless of visa type, nationality, or mode of transport. This includes tourists, visa holders, and residents returning from abroad.

What you need to fill it out

Passport details
Personal information
Travel details (flight number, port of entry)
Accommodation address in Thailand
Health declaration - List all the countries/territories you have stayed within 2 weeks before arrival

After you submit

You will receive your TDAC with a QR code via email. If requested, you can show it on your phone at immigration, no need to print it. You can also update your information at any time before arrival, except for your name, nationality, and date of birth.

Group submissions

You can submit for family members or a group, up to 10 people per submission. The accommodation and travel details can be copied from the first traveler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs to complete TDAC?+

All foreign nationals entering Thailand must complete the TDAC before arrival. Thai citizens do not need to complete it.

When should I complete TDAC?+

You can submit it at any time within 72 hours before arrival, including on the day you arrive in Thailand.

Do you have to pay to submit your TDAC?+

No. The TDAC is completely free. You should not be charged any fee to submit it.

Do children need TDAC?+

Yes. Each traveler requires their own submission, including minors.

Do I need to complete TDAC every time I enter Thailand?+

Yes. A new TDAC must be completed for each entry into Thailand.

What happens if I do not complete TDAC?+

You may be delayed at immigration and asked to complete it before being processed.

Good to know

All details must be entered in English.

The TDAC is not a visa, it is a digital arrival card, you still need the correct visa or exemption eligibility.

It takes about 3–5 minutes to fill out if you have your info ready.

The TDAC is completely free. You should not be charged any fee to submit it.

Official Thai Immigration Bureau website - tdac.immigration.go.th

Information based on the official Thai Immigration Bureau guidelines. Always check the official site for the latest updates.