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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Thailand Digital Arrival Card explained: Who, when, and how to submit
As reported earlier, foreign travellers are now required to complete a digital arrival card online, known as the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), before entering the country. This has replaced the earlier traditional paper TM6 form. For more clarity and details, check Thailand Digital Arrival Card . As one of the popular tourist destinations, Thailand is making all efforts to enhance its travel infrastructure to ensure a seamless experience for visitors. A key innovation in this regard is the TDAC, which is an online form introduced to replace the traditional paper-based arrival card. This marks a significant step in modernising the immigration system of Thailand and aligning it with smart travel technology. The latest arrival card has been designed for travellers entering Thailand by land, air, or sea, the TDAC aims to improve security, streamline immigration procedures, and support public health management. Here is all that you need to know about the process. Who needs to submit? All non-Thai nationals entering the Kingdom of Thailand must complete the TDAC online before arrival. When to submit Foreigners are required to submit their arrival card details three days before their scheduled arrival in Thailand. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Omaxe State: India's 1st Air Conditioned High Street! Omaxe state Learn More Undo How to access the system Travellers can submit their TDAC through the Immigration Bureau website . The system allows both individual and group submissions, as well as updates to previously submitted information before travel. Read more: What do all EU passports have in common? Information required Applicants need to provide: Passport information Personal details Travel itinerary Accommodation details in Thailand Health declaration information Steps for individual submission Click the 'Arrival Card' button. Enter personal and passport details manually, by scanning the MRZ, or uploading an MRZ image. Click 'Continue.' Enter travel and accommodation details, then click 'Continue.' Provide required health status information. If recent travel history or flight details match Ministry of Public Health alerts, additional health information will be requested. Click 'Preview.' Review and edit details if needed. Enter an email address to receive the TDAC. Agree to the Terms and Conditions, then click 'Submit.' Download or print the TDAC for the duration of your stay. Read more: Travel green: Top 10 cleanest countries leading the fight against pollution Steps for group submission The process is similar to individual submission, with the option to add travelers and duplicate common trip details. Each traveler's details must be reviewed before submission. The TDAC ensures a faster, smoother entry process for visitors while supporting Thailand's immigration and health management systems.
Time Out Dubai
04-08-2025
- Time Out Dubai
Travelling to Thailand from the UAE? New rule you need to know regardless of visa status
New travel rules are in, here's what to know before heading to Thailand Jetting off to Thailand from the UAE? There's a new must-do before take-off. Thailand has rolled out its new Digital Travel Arrival Card (TDAC), an online form that all travellers – yes, even if you're visa-exempt – now need to complete before arrival. The free digital card replaces the old physical arrival card, and you'll need to show confirmation to immigration officers when you land. The form needs to be filled out within 72 hours of your arrival and can be submitted either solo or as part of a group if you're travelling with family or colleagues. It's quick to complete and available on the Thai Immigration Bureau's official website. While the travel card is mandatory for all non-Thai visitors, it is not a visa and does not change any existing visa processes you need to go through prior to travelling. The updated travel card was introduced in May 2025 and aims to convert the formality into a paperless system. Phuket (Credit: CanvaPro) So, if Thailand is on your radar this summer, make sure you: Fill out your TDAC online within the required timeframe Download or save the confirmation slip for arrival Double-check your travel route and if any travel warnings are in place Keep an eye on embassy alerts while you're there For most travellers, it's business as usual – but it always pays to be prepared. Keep your documents in order, stay aware of the latest updates and you'll be all set for a smooth touchdown. Looking for things to do in Dubai? 10 one-of-a-kind cafés to escape the summer heat Extra cool spots to spend the day How to enjoy a luxe three-course dinner at Atlantis The Royal for only Dhs295 This is not a drill 7 low-key Dubai activities for when your social battery is running low Zero small talk required
Euronews
01-05-2025
- Euronews
Travelling to Thailand? Everything you need to know about the new digital entry form
ADVERTISEMENT Dreaming of a White Lotus -inspired holiday or hoping to take a selfie with Moo Deng, social media's favourite pygmy hippo, in the background? Before you jet off to Thailand, don't forget to file your paperwork first. Starting from 1 May, all non-Thai nationals entering the country by air, land or sea must complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival. What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card – and how do you get one? This new arrival card replaces paper forms to streamline the immigration process and better secure Thailand's border entry system. The TDAC system will be synced with the immigration bureau's biometric database, allowing officials to quickly check the criminal backgrounds of international arrivals. Travellers must register within three days of their arrival (meaning, within three days of travelling to Thailand). Related Is weed still legal in Thailand? Here's what tourists need to know as government u-turns Thailand: Leo's beach paradise has reopened after 4 years, but tourists can't swim After completing your registration online , you will receive a QR code to present at your immigration checkpoint on arrival. That's it. There are no fees and no other steps. But it's vital to remember to do it, or you will be denied entry. From May onward, the TDAC will be mandatory for all foreign passport holders, including tourists, business travellers and long-term residents. The only exceptions apply to travellers transiting or transferring through Thailand without passing through immigration control. Travel to Thailand is surging – again With its idyllic tropical scenery, addictive cuisine and legendary hospitality, Thailand long ago evolved from its Hippie Trail roots into one of the world's top travel destinations. In 2019, nearly 40 million visitors arrived in the country, ranking it among the ten most-visited countries globally. Despite a global lull in travel during the COVID-19 pandemic, the momentum hasn't slowed much. In the first three months of 2025 alone, 9.5 million travellers touched down – many drawn by viral moments that spread like wildfire online. Related Thailand wants to make casinos legal to attract more tourists Thailand's visa-free stay will soon be cut to 30 days. Here's what it means for tourists Take Moo Deng, the hose-loving pygmy hippo whose name means 'bouncy pork.' After a video of the slippery toddler splashing around at Khao Kheow Open Zoo lit up social media last year, crowds surged. The zoo, about an hour from Bangkok, smashed attendance records – and it's still drawing thousands of daily visitors. Then came the White Lotus effect. The newest season of the dark comedy, filmed on the sun-drenched islands of Phuket and Koh Samui, has re-ignited wanderlust among global viewers looking to holiday in high style. ADVERTISEMENT According to the ultra-luxury Four Seasons Koh Samui site saw a 40 per cent increase in searches for property after it was announced as a filming location. Despite an earthquake in March, travel has continued unabated to a country often called 'Teflon Thailand' for its ability to bounce back from unrest and disruptions. Whether you're heading to Thailand to fulfil a luxury fantasy or spot its internet-famous wildlife, the first step to getting there now happens before you even leave home. Just make sure your QR code is ready before you depart. ADVERTISEMENT
Time Out
30-04-2025
- Time Out
Thailand is introducing new entry requirements from May 1 – here's what you need to know
Thailand 's tropical climate, fiery food and gleaming beaches have been attracting travellers for decades, and recently the country's tourism has seen a bit of a boost thanks to the White Lotus effect. In fact, euronews reports that from January 1 to March 31 2025, Thailand welcomed a staggering 9.5 million visitors – clearly it's as popular as ever. But listen up – if you've got travel plans to the country any time on or after May 1, there are some new entry requirements you need to be aware of. All non-Thai nationals entering the country must complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) three days before their arrival to the country – that's anyone with a foreign passport, whether you're a long-term resident, a business traveller or a tourist. The new system is replacing paper forms and is in place to streamline the immigration process at the border. These TDACs will be synced with Thailand's immigration bureau biometric database so that officials can quickly check the criminal backgrounds of all arrivals. Simply passing through Thailand for an airport transfer? Good news, as this does not apply to you. However, if you are required to sign up, there's no need to stress as the process is pretty straightforward. Register online here and you'll be given a QR code to present at your arrival checkpoint – no other steps, and no fees.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
Travelling to Thailand? Everything you need to know about the new digital entry form
Dreaming of a White Lotus-inspired holiday or hoping to take a selfie with Moo Deng, social media's favourite pygmy hippo, in the background? Before you jet off to Thailand, don't forget to file your paperwork first. Starting from 1 May, all non-Thai nationals entering the country by air, land or sea must complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival. This new arrival card replaces paper forms to streamline the immigration process and better secure Thailand's border entry system. The TDAC system will be synced with the immigration bureau's biometric database, allowing officials to quickly check the criminal backgrounds of international arrivals. Travellers must register within three days of their arrival (meaning, within three days of travelling to Thailand). Related Is weed still legal in Thailand? Here's what tourists need to know as government u-turns Thailand: Leo's beach paradise has reopened after 4 years, but tourists can't swim After completing your registration online, you will receive a QR code to present at your immigration checkpoint on arrival. That's it. There are no fees and no other steps. But it's vital to remember to do it, or you will be denied entry. From May onward, the TDAC will be mandatory for all foreign passport holders, including tourists, business travellers and long-term residents. The only exceptions apply to travellers transiting or transferring through Thailand without passing through immigration control. With its idyllic tropical scenery, addictive cuisine and legendary hospitality, Thailand long ago evolved from its Hippie Trail roots into one of the world's top travel destinations. In 2019, nearly 40 million visitors arrived in the country, ranking it among the ten most-visited countries globally. Despite a global lull in travel during the COVID-19 pandemic, the momentum hasn't slowed much. In the first three months of 2025 alone, 9.5 million travellers touched down – many drawn by viral moments that spread like wildfire online. Related Thailand wants to make casinos legal to attract more tourists Thailand's visa-free stay will soon be cut to 30 days. Here's what it means for tourists Take Moo Deng, the hose-loving pygmy hippo whose name means 'bouncy pork.' After a video of the slippery toddler splashing around at Khao Kheow Open Zoo lit up social media last year, crowds surged. The zoo, about an hour from Bangkok, smashed attendance records – and it's still drawing thousands of daily visitors. Then came the White Lotus effect. The newest season of the dark comedy, filmed on the sun-drenched islands of Phuket and Koh Samui, has re-ignited wanderlust among global viewers looking to holiday in high style. According to the ultra-luxury Four Seasons Koh Samui site saw a 40 per cent increase in searches for property after it was announced as a filming location. Despite an earthquake in March, travel has continued unabated to a country often called 'Teflon Thailand' for its ability to bounce back from unrest and disruptions. Whether you're heading to Thailand to fulfil a luxury fantasy or spot its internet-famous wildlife, the first step to getting there now happens before you even leave home. Just make sure your QR code is ready before you depart.
