What is the TDAC?
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory online pre-registration system that replaced the paper TM6 arrival card on May 1, 2025. All foreign nationals must complete it before entering Thailand — by air, land, or sea.
The TDAC is not a visa. It does not grant entry permission or extend your permitted length of stay. It is simply the digital equivalent of the paper immigration card previously distributed on flights.
Who Needs to Complete the TDAC?
All foreign nationals entering Thailand, including:
- Tourists on visa-exempt entry
- Holders of tourist visas or Visa on Arrival
- Long-term visa holders (retirement, marriage, education, business)
- Returning expats and residents
- Children and infants (each person needs an individual TDAC)
Who is Exempt
- Thai nationals
- Aircraft crew members
- Transit passengers who do not pass through immigration
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Open the official website tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours of your arrival. Submissions open up to 3 days before your trip.
- 2Click «Register» to create an account with your email address, or log in if you've registered before.
- 3Click «Add New Trip» and fill in your travel details: passport information, flight details, arrival date, and accommodation address.
- 4Complete the health declaration and list countries you've visited in the past 14 days.
- 5Review all information and click «Submit». The entire process takes 3–5 minutes with your passport handy.
- 6You'll receive a digital card with a QR code by email. Save it or screenshot it — present it at immigration on arrival.
Information Required
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, expiry date |
| Flight | Airline, flight number, arrival date and time, port of entry |
| Accommodation | Full address of hotel or residence in Thailand |
| Travel history | Countries visited in the past 14 days |
| Health | Health status declaration |
Forgot to Fill It Before Your Flight?
Filling it on your phone in the queue is faster than using a kiosk. Save the official link in advance: tdac.immigration.go.th
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the TDAC the same as a visa?
No. The TDAC is not a visa, does not permit entry, and does not extend your stay. It's the digital replacement for the paper TM6 card that was discontinued in 2022.
Do I need a new TDAC for each entry?
Yes. Each TDAC is valid for a single entry only. You must complete a new one every time you enter Thailand.
Can one person fill out TDAC for the whole family?
No. Every person, including children and infants, needs their own TDAC. You can complete all of them through one account by adding each family member as a separate trip.
How early can I complete it?
No earlier than 72 hours (3 days) before your scheduled arrival. Forms submitted earlier than 72 hours in advance are not valid.
Is TDAC required for land border crossings?
Yes. TDAC is mandatory for all entry points — airports, seaports, and land border crossings.
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