All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand are now required to use the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), which has completely replaced the traditional paper TM6 immigration form.
Last Updated: April 29th, 2025 10:15 PM
Thailand has implemented the Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) which has replaced the paper TM6 immigration form for all foreign nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea.
The TDAC streamlines entry procedures and enhances the overall travel experience for visitors to Thailand.
Here's a comprehensive guide to the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) system.
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is an online form that has replaced the paper-based TM6 arrival card. It provides convenience for all foreigners entering Thailand by air, land, or sea. The TDAC is used to submit entry information and health declaration details before arriving in the country, as authorized by the Ministry of Public Health of Thailand.
Official Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Introduction Video - Learn how the new digital system works and what information you need to prepare before your trip to Thailand.
All foreigners entering Thailand are required to submit the Thailand Digital Arrival Card before their arrival, with the following exceptions:
Foreigners should submit their arrival card information within 3 days before arriving in Thailand, including the date of arrival. This allows sufficient time for processing and verification of the information provided.
The TDAC system streamlines the entry process by digitizing the information collection that was previously done using paper forms. To submit the Digital Arrival Card, foreigners can access the Immigration Bureau website at http://tdac.immigration.go.th. The system offers two submission options:
Submitted information can be updated anytime before travel, giving travelers flexibility to make changes as needed.
The application process for the TDAC is designed to be straightforward and user-friendly. Here are the basic steps to follow:
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Official Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Introduction Video - This official video was released by Thailand Immigration Bureau to demonstrate how the new digital system works and what information you need to prepare before your trip to Thailand.
Note that all details must be entered in English. For dropdown fields, you can type three characters of the desired information, and the system will automatically display relevant options for selection.
To complete your TDAC application, you will need to prepare the following information:
Please note that the Thailand Digital Arrival Card is not a visa. You must still ensure you have the appropriate visa or qualify for visa exemption to enter Thailand.
The TDAC system offers several advantages over the traditional paper-based TM6 form:
While the TDAC system offers many benefits, there are some limitations to be aware of:
As part of the TDAC, travelers must complete a health declaration that includes: This includes Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate for travelers from affected countries.
Important: If you declare any symptoms, you may be required to proceed to the Department of Disease Control counter before entering the immigration checkpoint.
The Ministry of Public Health has issued regulations that applicants who have travelled from or through countries declared as Yellow Fever Infected Areas must provide an International Health Certificate proving they have received a Yellow Fever vaccination.
The International Health Certificate must be submitted together with the visa application form. The traveller will also have to present the certificate to the Immigration Officer upon arrival at the port of entry in Thailand.
Nationals of the countries listed below who have not travelled from/through those countries do not require this certificate. However, they should possess concrete evidence showing that their domicile is not in an infected area to prevent unnecessary inconvenience.
The TDAC system allows you to update most of your submitted information anytime before your travel. However, as mentioned earlier, certain key personal identifiers cannot be changed. If you need to modify these critical details, you may need to submit a new TDAC application.
To update your information, simply revisit the TDAC website and log in using your reference number and other identifying information.
For more information and to submit your Thailand Digital Arrival Card, please visit the following official link:
How should I fill in the occupation section of the application form? I am a photographer, and I filled in 'photographer,' but it indicated an error.
The OCCUPATION field is a text field where you can enter any text. It should not display 'invalid'.
Are Permanent Residents required to submit TDAC?
Yes, unfortunately it is still required. If you are not Thai and are entering Thailand internationally, you must complete a TDAC, just like you previously had to complete the TM6 form.
Dear TDAC Thailand, I'm Malaysian. I have registered TDAC in 3 steps. The closing required a valid e-mail address to send the successful TDAC form with TDAC number to me. However, the email address can't be switched to 'small font' in the email column. Therefore, I can't receive the approval. But I managed to take a snapshot of the TDAC approval number on my phone. QUESTION, can I show the TDAC approved number during immigration check-in??? Thank you
You can show the approval QR code / document they allow you to download. The email version is not required, and is the same document.
Hi, I’m Laotian and planning to go on holiday in Thailand using my personal car. While filling out the required vehicle information, I noticed that I could only enter the numbers, but not the two Lao letters at the front of my plate. I was just wondering if that’s okay or if there’s another way to include the full license plate format? Thank you in advance for your help!
Put the numbers for now (hopefully they fix it)
Actually, it's fixed now. You can enter letters and numbers for the license plate.
Hi Sir, I will be transiting from Phuket to Samui from Malaysia. How do I apply for TDAC?
The TDAC is only required for INTERNATIONAL arrival. If you are just taking a domestic flight it is NOT needed.
I'm trying to upload the yellow fever vaccination record in PDF (and tried JPG format) and received the following error message. Can someone help??? Http failure response for https://tdac.immigration.go.th/arrival-card-api/api/v1/arrivalcard/uploadFile?submitId=ma1oub9u2xtfuegw7tn
Yeah, it's a known error. Just make sure to screenshot the error.
I'm trying to upload the yellow fever vaccination record in PDF (and tried JPG format) and received the following error message. Can someone help??? Http failure response for https://tdac.immigration.go.th/arrival-card-api/api/v1/arrivalcard/uploadFile?submitId=ma1oub9u2xtfuegw7tn
Hello, I am leaving on May 1 from Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia. During my TDAC registration, "Arrival information: Date of arrival,"
You may have to wait 1 more day because they only allow you to submit within 3 days from the current day.
I am Belgian and have been living and working in Thailand since 2020. I have never had to fill this in, not even on paper. And I travel very regularly for my work worldwide. Do I have to fill this out again for each trip? And I cannot select Thailand as my departure location in the app.
Yes, you will now need to start to submit a TDAC for EACH time you arrive internationally in Thailand. You cannot select Thailand where you leave because it's only required for entering Thailand.
Why?
Good day. Please answer, If my flight details are Vladivostok- BKK by one airline Aeroflot, I will check my baggage in at Bangkok airport. After I stay in the airport, I will check in for the flight to Singapore with another airline but on the same day. Do I need to fill in the TDAC in this case?
Yes, you still need to submit a TDAC. However, if you select the same day for both arrival and departure, accommodation details will not be required.
So, can we not fill in the placement field? Is this allowed?
You do not fill out the accommodation field, it will appear disabled as long as you set the dates correctly.
Good day. Please answer, If my flight details are Vladivostok- BKK by one airline Aeroflot, I will check my baggage in at Bangkok airport. After I stay in the airport, I will check in for the flight to Singapore on the same day. Do I need to fill in the TDAC in this case?
Yes, you still need to submit a TDAC. However, if you select the same day for both arrival and departure, accommodation details will not be required.
Do I understand correctly that if I fly with one airline in transit through Thailand and do not leave the transit zone, I do not need to fill out the TDAC?
It's still required; they even have an "I am a transit passenger, I don't stay in Thailand" option you can select if your departure is within 1 day of your arrival.
Subject: Clarification Regarding Name Format for TDAC Arrival Card Respected Sir/Madam, I am a citizen of the Republic of India and am planning to visit Thailand (Krabi and Phuket) for a holiday. As part of the travel requirements, I understand that it is mandatory to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) prior to arrival. I am fully prepared to comply with this requirement and respect all relevant rules and regulations. However, I am facing difficulty while filling out the Personal Information section of the TDAC form. Specifically, my Indian passport does not contain a “Surname” field. Instead, it only mentions the “Given Name” as “Rahul Mahesh”, and the Surname field is blank. In this situation, I kindly request your guidance on how to correctly fill out the following fields in the TDAC form to avoid any issues or delays during immigration processing at Krabi Airport: 1. Family Name (Surname) – What should I enter here? 2. First Name – Should I enter “Rahul”? 3. Middle Name – Should I enter “Mahesh”? Or leave it blank? Your assistance in clarifying this matter will be greatly appreciated, as I wish to ensure that all details are correctly submitted in accordance with immigration standards. Thank you very much for your time and support. Sincerely,
If you do not have a Family Name (Last Name, or Surname), simply enter a single dash ("-"
I could not find the county Hong Kong.
You can put HKG, and it should show you the option for Hong Kong.
Hello, Admin. If a foreigner is in Thailand and has not yet exited the country, how should they fill it out? Or can they fill it out in advance?
You can fill it out in advance, no more than 3 days before returning to Thailand. For example, if you are traveling out of Thailand and flying back in 3 days, you can fill it out while you are still in Thailand. However, if you plan to return in more than 3 days, the system will not allow you to fill it out yet; you will have to wait. However, if you want to prepare earlier than that, you can hire an agency to handle it in advance.
My arrival date is on 2nd May but I can’t seem to click on the correct date. When you say within three days does it mean we have to apply in a three-day span and not before that?
Correct, you cannot apply further than that into the future unless you use an agency / 3rd party.
If you are scheduled to arrive around 23:20 on April 29 and are delayed, will you need to complete the TDAC if you pass through immigration after 00:00 on May 1?
Yes, if that happens and you arrive after May 1, you must submit a TDAC.
Hello, We are flying in June with Thai Airways from Oslo, Norway to Sydney, Australia via Bangkok with a 2-hour transit time. (TG955/TG475) Do we need to complete a TDAC? Thank you.
Yes, they have a transit option.
Hello, I will be arriving in Thailand from Turkey with a connecting flight from Abu Dhabi. What should I write for the flight number and the country of arrival? Turkey or Abu Dhabi? There will only be a 2-hour layover in Abu Dhabi and then Thailand.
You are selecting Turkey because your actual departure flight is from Turkey.
I don't have a family name in my passport and in TDAC it's mandatory to fill, what should I do? As per Airlines, they use the same name in both fields.
You can put "-". If you do not have a last name / family name.
What if I forget to apply for the DTAC and arrive in Bangkok? What about those who do not have a smartphone or PC?
If you do not apply for a TDAC before arrival, you may encounter unavoidable problems. How can I book a flight ticket without digital access? If you are using a travel agency, you just need to ask the agency to handle it for you.
Hi, would a traveler need to fill in the TDAC form when they're entering Thailand before May 1st, 2025? And if they leave after May 1st, will they need to fill the same TDAC form, or a different one?
No, if you arrive BEFORE May 1st then you do NOT need to submit a TDAC.
Where can I find the app? Or what is it called?
If approval to enter Thailand has been obtained but cannot go, what will happen to the TDAC approval?
At this time, there is nothing.
How many people can I add to submit together?
Many, but if you do that it will all go to one person's email. It may be better to submit individually.
Can I submit tdac without flight number as on standby ticket
Yes, it is optional.
Can we submit tdac on the same day of departure
Yes, it is possible.
I am flying from Frankfurt to Phuket with a stopover in Bangkok. Which flight number should I use for the form? Frankfurt - Bangkok or Bangkok - Phuket? The same question applies for the departure the other way around.
You would use Frankfurt, as it is your origin flight.
Does an ABTC holder need to fill out a TDAC when entering Thailand?
ABTC (APEC Business Travel Card) holders still must submit a TDAC
Does the Visa on Arrival need to submit a TDAC, or is it an exemption?
If you are not a Thai citizen, you still need to complete a TDAC.
I am Indian. Can I apply for TDAC twice within a span of 10 days as I am entering Thailand and leaving twice during my 10-day travel? So do I need to apply twice for TDAC? I am Indian, entering Thailand, then flying to Malaysia from Thailand, and again entering Thailand from Malaysia to visit Phuket. So I need to know the TDAC process.
You would do a TDAC twice. You need to have a new one for EVERY time you enter. So, when you go to Malaysia, you fill out a new one to present to the officer when you enter the country. Your old one will be void when you leave.
Hello Respected Sir/Madam, My travel itinerary is as follows: 04/05/2025 - Mumbai to Bangkok 05/05/2025 - Night stay in Bangkok 06/05/2025 - Going from Bangkok to Malaysia, night stay in Malaysia 07/05/2025 - Night stay in Malaysia 08/05/2025 - Coming back from Malaysia to Phuket, Thailand, night stay in Malaysia 09/05/2025 - Night stay in Phuket, Thailand 10/05/2025 - Night stay in Phuket, Thailand 11/05/2025 - Night stay in Phuket, Thailand 12/05/2025 - Night stay in Bangkok, Thailand. 13/05/2025 - Night stay in Bangkok, Thailand 14/05/2025 - Flight to Mumbai, going back from Bangkok, Thailand. My question is, I am entering Thailand and leaving Thailand two times, so do I need to apply for TDAC two times or not?? I need to apply for TDAC from India the first time and the second time from Malaysia, all within a week, so please guide me on this. Please suggest a solution for the same.
Yes, you need to do the TDAC for EACH entry into Thailand. So in your case, you would need TWO.
If I use a PC to fill in the TDAC info, will a printed copy of the TDAC confirmation then be accepted by the immigration control?
Yes.
What should I indicate as the Country of Boarding when I fly from Germany via Dubai to Thailand? The flight number is according to the old departure card, that of the flight with which I arrive. Previously it was Port of embarkation.. Thank you for your answers.
The original departure point, in your case, is the entry into Germany.
Thanks, so also the flight number from Germany to Dubai?? Is that nonsensical, or?
Thanks, so also the flight number from Germany to Dubai?? Is that nonsensical, or?
Only the original flight counts, not the layovers.
Do ABTC holders also need to apply?
For foreigners holding a NON-QUOTA visa and having a residence permit along with an alien identification card, do they need to register for TDAC?
If I have already submitted TDAC and then cannot travel, can I cancel TDAC and what should I do to cancel it?
Not required, just submit a new one if you decide to travel again.
CAN I CANCEL TDAC AFTER SUBMITTED
If I arrive in Thailand on April 28 and stay until May 7, do I need to fill out the TDAC?
No, you do not need it. This is only required for arrivals on May 1 or later.
Thank you!
TDAC will start on 1/5/2025 and must be registered at least 3 days in advance. The question is, if a foreigner enters Thailand on 2/5/2025, they must register in the period from 29/4/2025 - 1/5/2025, right? Or does the system just start allowing registration one day in advance, which is 1/5/2025?
In your case, you can register for TDAC between April 29, 2025, and May 2, 2025.
Has the MOU been registered?
If the flight to Thailand is not direct, do you also have to indicate the country where you have a layover?
No, you simply choose the first country from which you are departing.
Can I apply early 7 days before arrival?
Only with agency.
Can I apply early 7 days?
I live in Thailand. I am on vacation in Germany. But I cannot indicate Thailand under residence. What now? Am I being encouraged to cheat?
No, you do not have to cheat. Thailand will be added as an option on April 28.
If I have a Non B visa/work permit, do I still need to submit this form?
Yes, you do need to fill out the TDAC even if you have a NON-B visa.
What should I do if I registered my TDAC in advance but lost my phone on board or after I got off the plane? And what should I do if I'm an elderly person who couldn't register in advance and got on a plane and doesn't have a companion whose phone has a 3G old phone?
1) If you registered your TDAC but lost your phone, you should have printed it out to be safe. Always bring a hard copy if you're prone to losing your phone. 2) If you're elderly and unable to handle basic online tasks, I honestly wonder how you even managed to book a flight. If you used a travel agent, have them handle the TDAC registration for you too, and print it out.
What should be written in point 2 regarding occupation, what is meant?
You have submitted your work.
Do I need to stand in line or just use the QR code?
It is recommended to print it out, but generally, just taking a screenshot of the QR code on your mobile phone is sufficient for use.
I am going to Vietnam from 23/04/25 to 07/05/25 returning via Thailand on 07/05/25. Do I need to fill out the TDAC form?
If you are not Thai and you exit the plane in Thailand, you will need to fill out the TDAC
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