Thailand Launches Mandatory Digital Arrival Card for Foreign Visitors
New system replaces paper forms and streamlines immigration for all arrivals.
Thailand Goes Fully Digital at the Border
Thailand’s Immigration Bureau officially launched the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) on May 1, replacing the paper-based TM.6 form. From now on, all foreign travelers must submit their arrival information online before entering the country—whether by air, land, or sea.
The move is part of Thailand’s broader digital transformation strategy, aimed at simplifying entry procedures and improving efficiency at immigration checkpoints.
What is the TDAC?
The TDAC is an electronic arrival form that collects personal and travel information from each visitor. It must be filled out online at tdac.immigration.go.th within three days of arrival.
Travelers must then present their confirmation email alongside travel documents to immigration officers upon arrival in Thailand. The form can be submitted individually or for a group, and updates can be made any time before travel.
High Adoption on Day One
According to Natthriya Thaweevong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, 90% of foreign visitors successfully used the TDAC on the first day of the rollout. Officials see this as a strong start toward smoother, paperless immigration processing.
Who Needs to Fill Out the TDAC?
- All foreign passport holders entering Thailand by any mode of transport.
- Each traveler must complete a separate form.
- Group submissions are possible.
- Transit passengers who do not clear immigration are exempt
How to Register for the TDAC
- Visit tdac.immigration.go.th
- Complete the online form with personal and travel details
- Submit the form and check your email for a confirmation
- Present the confirmation email at immigration upon arrival
The website is available in five languages: English, Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Japanese.
A New Era of Travel to Thailand
With the launch of the TDAC, Thailand is eliminating the need for paper forms and reducing time spent in immigration queues. The move supports both tourism growth and border security by ensuring accurate, real-time arrival data.
Whether you’re heading to Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, or beyond—don’t forget to register your TDAC before you fly.