Looking for a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)? Starting 1 May 2025, All those foreign nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) 3 days before their arrival.

Each visit requires a new registration. If you are staying over 90 days, you must report your location to Immigration throughout your stay. The online form replaces the old paper-based TM6 form, streamlining the immigration travel system.

Travelers must complete the Thai arrival card online instead of using the old TM6 paper form.

What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) ?

Who needs to submit the TDAC?

All the countries  listed above and every other non-Thai passport holder need to complete the TDAC for entry into Thailand

Exceptions

•  Transit passengers who do not pass through Thai immigration control are exempt
•  Travelers entering via a specific land border crossing using a border pass do not need to fill out the Thailand digital arrival card.

Documents required for the TDAC

To successfully submit your Thailand digital arrival TDAC, travelers must provide accurate and complete details across several key sections. Here is a breakdown of the information you will need:

Upload Picture 

• Click the button to upload a clear picture of your passport to autofill details, or you can put the required details about your passport manually, as given below.

Passport details

• Full Name (as on passport)
• Nationality
• Passport Number
• Passport Expiry
• Contact Number
• Email Address

Personal information

• Date of birth
• Gender
• Occupation 
• Country of residence occupation 

Travelling formation

• Arrival date and departure date, if applicable
• Country of embarkation (where you’re coming from)
• Model of travel: air, land, or sea
• Flight number

Accommodation in Thailand

• Type of accommodation, like a hotel, hostel, or private residence
• Full address details, including
• Street
• Province
• District
• Subdistrict
• Postal code

Visa and entry information

• Thai visa number, if  applicable
•  Type of visa, like tourist, business, long-term, or privilege visa

 Health Declaration 

• Countries visited in the 14 days prior to arrival
• Any symptoms experienced over the last two weeks
• Proof of yellow fever vaccination (if travelling from a country where it is required)

QR Code to Access the TDAC Portal

• Simply scan the QR Code with your smartphone. 
• Fill out the TDAC form within minutes
• Ensure to complete your TDAC “72 hours” before your arrival in Thailand to avoid delay at the Immigration desk.
• Faster immigration clearances.
• No paperwork required
• User-friendly and secure method

How to register the Thailand digital arrival card online?

Fill in TDAC information online before travelling to Thailand. You must complete TDAC register before entering Thailand via these steps:

 Step 1: Visit the TDAC portal

Access the official website or scan the QR code from government announcements. Select “Arrival Card” to begin.

Fill in your personal information, such as:

• Nationality
• Passport/travel document number
• Phone number
• Only fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory to move forward
• Remember, if you are travelling as a visa-exempt facility, then there is no need to fill visa number highlighted by Red arrow, this is for those who are travelling on a visa.

 Step 2: Enter your Travel & Accommodation details

Fill out your personal, travel, and Accommodation information. You can also scan the MRZ on your passport for autofill

• Enter details about your mode of transport (flight number or vehicle info).
• Provide your accommodation address in Thailand.
• The system helps auto-fill province, district, and sub-district fields based on your selection.

Note: Departure details aren’t required here, but onward travel proof may still be checked at entry depending on your visa.

Health Declaration

• Declare countries you’ve recently visited.
• If you’ve been in a yellow fever–risk country or one under Thai health alerts, you may be asked for:
• Vaccination proof
• Or undergo a health inspection at the airport

Add Additional Travelers (Optional)

• If you’re traveling with family or friends, you can add them under the same application.
• After finalizing, submit your TDAC form online.
• You will receive an email confirmation with your TDAC approval, save it on your phone and upload a copy to cloud storage for easy access.

 Step 3: Review and Confirm

Preview all data and correct any errors using the edit button. Once everything is accurate, enter your email ID and agree to the terms and conditions.

 Step 4: submit and download

 Click the submit button and receive your arrival card by email. You can print it out or download it for presentation and immigration points.

Entry into Thailand

• Upon arrival, show the TDAC for entering Thailand confirmation on your device to the immigration officer.

• No need to print it out.
• But if you want, then you can use a paper copy. Both digital and paper copies are acceptable.
• Do not delete this digital confirmation—you may be asked for TDAC for entering Thailand, So you can show it again when exiting Thailand.

How to update your TDAC if needed

If you are travel details change, don’t worry, you can update your information before arrival.

Enhance the functionality of Submit Arrival Card and Update Arrival Card by allowing up to 215 characters in the address input field.

Allow saving of accommodation details (province, district, area, subdivision, subdivision, postcode, address) without requiring the type of accommodation to be selected.

Present your TDAC confirmation email along with your passport and Visa, if applicable, at the immigration counter upon arrival. This ensures faster processing and hassle-free entry.

Countries with Yellow Fever Risk

Africa – Country List

South America—Country List

If you are previously travel through country wihc is infected or at risk of yellow fever. You need to tell the immigration department before arrival.

Vaccination certificate requirement

• Mandatory for Travellers aged 9 months or older
• Apply if you even have an Airport transit or layover Longer than 12 hours in a Yellow fever zone.
• You must present an International certificate of  vaccination against yellow fever at immigration.

What happens if You don’t have the Vaccine

If you arrive in Thailand without proof of yellow vaccination.

• You may be quarantined for up to 6 days.
• You could be vaccinated on arrival
• In some rare cases, entry may be denied.

Direct flight from non-risk countries

Travelling directly from the United States or other non-risk countries? You are not required to show a yellow fever vaccination certificate unless you have transited through a risk zone.

Where can I see the arrival date in Thailand? 

Your arrival date is the Date you are scheduled to land IN Thailand, as shown on your flight ticket. You must submit TDAC Thai (Thailand digital arrival card)  within 72 hours before your arrival date in Thailand, which you booked; So knowing your exact arrival date is important.

TDAC confirmation (if already submitted)

• The TDAC confirmation Email page will also show your arrival date.

If you have not booked your flight yet, you can choose any expected arrival date and submit the TDAC within 3 days before that date.

When should you submit the TDAC?

Ensure a smooth entry into Thailand, submit the Thailand leader arrival card before each arrival. 

Recommended submission window:

You can fill out your TDAC up to 3 days( 72 Hours) before your scheduled arrival date. This window gives authorities time to review and process your details, reducing the delay at immigration.

Example:

If your flight to Thailand is on May 5th, you may submit the TDAC anytime starting 2ND May.

Last-minute travellers:

While it is possible to complete the TDAC Thai on the day of your arrival, it is strongly advised to submit it ahead of time to avoid congestion or processing delay at the entry point.

TDAC Submission Options

1. Individual separation

If you are traveling to Thailand on your own, the individual submission option is the quickest and simplest way to register.

Benefits:

• Benefits are fast and straightforward
• Perfect for single-entry travellers
• Easy to edit or update before arrival 

2. Group submission

Traveling with others? Save time by using the group submission option. This feature lets one person submit the TDAC on behalf of multiple travelers, such as spouse, children, or colleagues, under 1 SESSION; each person’s information is still recorded separately, but the process is streamlined to reduce repetitive work. 

Benefits:

• Efficient for groups and families
• Reduce form-filling time
• Keeps all group members under one consolidated application

Is the Thailand digital arrival card a visa?

No, the TDAC is not a visa or substitute for one

The Thailand Digital arrival card is a mandatory entry registration form, but it does not replace the visa or guarantee your right to enter the country.

Visa Exempt Travelers still need TDAC

Even if you qualify under Thailand’s visa exemption program, you are still required to:

• Complete and submit the TDAC online before your flight 
• Present it at immigration on arrival 

Video Guide about TDAC

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What does the TDAC do?

Is TDAC Free?

Yes, the Thailand digital arrival card is free of charge when submitted through Thai immigration official portal. There is no fee for completing the TDAC.

Is the tm-6 Form still required in Thailand?

No, the TM6 arrival form is no longer required. From 1 May 2025, it has been fully replaced by the Thailand digital arrival card (TDAC).

Is the TM-30 Form still required in Thailand?

Yes, TM.30 Form is still mandatory in Thailand.

The TM30 is an official notification that must be filled out by the property owner. Landlord hotel owners, whenever a foreign nation stays at their premises. Even for a short duration.

Who must fill out TM-3O?

• Property owner hosting foreigners
• Landlord renting to National Tenants
• Hotel Manager accommodating international guests.

Benefits of TDAC

Here is the few benefits of (TDAC) Thai digital arrival card :

Is there any App available for TDAC?

No,  currently, there is “no app available” to apply for TDAC on any device. You need to access the official website to apply for TDAC online. The app may launch in the future, but there is no confirmation yet.

Contact Information

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact Number: (+66) 02132 1888 “Suvarnabhumi Airport”
• Telephone:  0-2141-9889

FAQs About TDAC

Conclusion

Starting May 1, 2025, all non-Thai nationals must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before entering the country, whether by air, land, or sea. This new system replaced the old TM6 paper form, streamlining the process with faster, paperless immigration checks. TDAC is mandatory even for visa-exempt travelers, and must be submitted at least 72 hours before arrival. It is free of charge, secure, fast, and easy to update if plans change. For smooth travel, accurate data, and stress-free entry, submitting your TDAC (Thai arrival card) in advance is now a must for every traveler to Thailand.