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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.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Requirements
Last Updated: April 12th, 2025 5:31 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.
Table of Contents
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Introduction
- Who Must Submit a TDAC
- When to Submit Your TDAC
- How Does the TDAC System Work?
- TDAC System Version History
- TDAC Application Process
- TDAC Application Screenshots - New Application
- TDAC Application Screenshots - Edit Application
- Thailand TDAC Immigration Video
- Required Information for TDAC Submission
- Benefits of the TDAC System
- TDAC Limitations and Restrictions
- Health Declaration Requirements
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirements
- Updating Your TDAC Information
- Latest Discussions About TDAC
- Comments about TDAC
Introduction to the Thailand Digital Arrival Card
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.
This video is from the official Thai government website (tdac.immigration.go.th). The subtitles, translations and dubbing were added by us to help travelers. We are not affiliated with the Thai government.
Who Must Submit a TDAC
All foreigners entering Thailand are required to submit the Thailand Digital Arrival Card before their arrival, with the following exceptions:
- Foreigners transiting or transferring in Thailand without going through immigration control
- Foreigners entering Thailand using a Border Pass
When to Submit Your TDAC
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.
How Does the TDAC System Work?
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:
- Individual submission - For solo travelers
- Group submission - For families or groups traveling together
Submitted information can be updated anytime before travel, giving travelers flexibility to make changes as needed.
TDAC Application Process
The application process for the TDAC is designed to be straightforward and user-friendly. Here are the basic steps to follow:
- Visit the official TDAC website at http://tdac.immigration.go.th
- Choose between individual or group submission
- Complete the required information in all sections:
- Personal Information
- Trip & Accommodation Information
- Health Declaration
- Submit your application
- Save or print your confirmation for reference
TDAC Application Screenshots
Click on any image to view details
Step 1
Select individual or group application
Step 2
Enter personal and passport details
Step 3
Provide travel and accommodation information
Step 4
Complete health declaration and submit
Step 5
Review and submit your application
Step 6
Successfully submitted your application
Step 7
Download your TDAC document as a PDF
Step 8
Save or print your confirmation for reference
The above screenshots from the official Thai government website (tdac.immigration.go.th) are provided to help guide you through the TDAC application process. We are not affiliated with the Thai government. These screenshots may have been altered to provide translations for international travelers.
TDAC System Version History
Release Version 2025.04.02, April 30, 2025
- Improved the display of multilingual text in the system.
- Updated the "Phone Number" field on the "Personal Information" page by adding a placeholder example.
- Improved the "City/State of Residence" field on the "Personal Information" page to support multilingual input.
Thailand TDAC Immigration Video
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.
This video is from the official Thai government website (tdac.immigration.go.th). The subtitles, translations and dubbing were added by us to help travelers. We are not affiliated with the Thai government.
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.
Required Information for TDAC Submission
To complete your TDAC application, you will need to prepare the following information:
1. Passport Information
- Family name (surname)
- First name (given name)
- Middle name (if applicable)
- Passport number
- Nationality/Citizenship
2. Personal Information
- Date of birth
- Occupation
- Gender
- Visa number (if applicable)
- Country of residence
- City/State of residence
- Phone number
3. Travel Information
- Date of arrival
- Country where you boarded
- Purpose of travel
- Mode of travel (air, land, or sea)
- Mode of transport
- Flight number/Vehicle number
- Date of departure (if known)
- Departure mode of travel (if known)
4. Accommodation Information in Thailand
- Type of accommodation
- Province
- District/Area
- Sub-District/Sub-Area
- Post code (if known)
- Address
5. Health Declaration Information
- Countries visited within two weeks before arrival
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (if applicable)
- Date of vaccination (if applicable)
- Any symptoms experienced in the past two weeks
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.
Benefits of the TDAC System
The TDAC system offers several advantages over the traditional paper-based TM6 form:
- Faster immigration processing upon arrival
- Reduced paperwork and administrative burden
- Ability to update information before travel
- Enhanced data accuracy and security
- Improved tracking capabilities for public health purposes
- More sustainable and environmentally friendly approach
- Integration with other systems for a smoother travel experience
TDAC Limitations and Restrictions
While the TDAC system offers many benefits, there are some limitations to be aware of:
- Once submitted, certain key information cannot be updated, including:
- Full Name (as it appears in passport)
- Passport Number
- Nationality/Citizenship
- Date of Birth
- All information must be entered in English only
- Internet access is required to complete the form
- The system may experience high traffic during peak travel seasons.
Health Declaration Requirements
As part of the TDAC, travelers must complete a health declaration that includes: This includes Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate for travelers from affected countries.
- List of countries visited within two weeks before arrival
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate status (if required)
- Declaration of any symptoms experienced in the past two weeks, including:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Rash
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Jaundice
- Cough or shortness of breath
- Enlarged lymph glands or tender lumps
- Other (with specification)
Important: If you declare any symptoms, you may be required to proceed to the Department of Disease Control counter before entering the immigration checkpoint.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirements
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.
Countries Declared as Yellow Fever Infected Areas
Africa
AngolaBeninBurkina FasoBurundiCameroonCentral African RepublicChadCongoCongo RepublicCote d'IvoireEquatorial GuineaEthiopiaGabonGambiaGhanaGuinea-BissauGuineaKenyaLiberiaMaliMauritaniaNigerNigeriaRwandaSao Tome & PrincipeSenegalSierra LeoneSomaliaSudanTanzaniaTogoUganda
South America
ArgentinaBoliviaBrazilColombiaEcuadorFrench-GuianaGuyanaParaguayPeruSurinameVenezuela
Central America & Caribbean
PanamaTrinidad and Tobago
Updating Your TDAC Information
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.
Official Thailand TDAC Related Links
For more information and to submit your Thailand Digital Arrival Card, please visit the following official link:
- Official TDAC Website - Thailand Immigration Bureau
- International Health Certificate Requirements - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- 04/04/2025 - Thai Travel Thailand - TATKB
- 04/04/2025 - TDAC Country of Residence Update - TAT News
- 31/03/2025 - Thailand Immigration Bureau Facebook Post
- 05/03/2025 - Ministry Details on TDAC Implementation
- 24/02/2025 - MNRE Announcement on TDAC
- 03/02/2025 - Thailand to Start Online TM6 on 1 May 2025
- 03/02/2025 - Public Relations Department Announcement
- 03/02/2025 - Chiang Mai Airport Customs Announcement
- 31/01/2025 - Thailand Government Announcement
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Comments (817)
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Stephen•April 1st, 2025 11:28 AMI live in Khammouane province of Lao PDR. I am a permanent resident of Laos but have an Australian passport. I often travel to Nakhon Phanom for shopping or to take my son to Kumon School 2 times per month. If I don't sleep in Nakhon Phanom can I say I am in transit? I.E. In Thailand less than one day.
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 12:29 PMTransit in that context means if you were on a connecting flight.
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 11:24 AMSure all! Your data will be safe. lol. They call it "land of scams" - good luck
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MSTANG•April 1st, 2025 11:17 AMWill a traveler be denied entry if they missed the 72 hours deadline to submit the DTAC?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 12:19 PMIt is unclear; the requirement may be required by airlines before boarding, and there may be a way to do it once landed if you somehow forget.
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 10:51 AMSo when traveling with my Thai family, do I lie and put down that I'm traveling solo? As it's not a requirement for Thais.
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Darius •April 1st, 2025 9:49 AMSo far, so good!
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 10:04 AMYeah, I remember one time I went to the bathroom, and while I was in there, they handed out the TM6 cards. When I came back, the lady refused to give me one afterward. I had to get one after we landed...
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Dave•April 1st, 2025 8:22 AMYou stated the QR code is sent to your e-mail. How long after doing the form is the QR code sent to my e-mail?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 8:25 AMWithin 1 to 5 minutes
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Anonymous•April 12th, 2025 5:31 PMI can’t see a space for email.
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Jack•April 1st, 2025 7:24 AMWhat if I were to decide to travel to Thailand within 3 days? Then obviously I cannot submit the form 3 days in advance.
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 7:45 AMThen you can submit it 1-3 days.
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Simplex•April 1st, 2025 7:00 AMI went through all comments and got a good view about the TDAC but the only thing I still don't know is how many days before arrival I can fill in this form? The form itself seems easy to fill in!
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 7:45 AMAt most 3 days!
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Tom•April 1st, 2025 1:54 AMIs getting a Yellow fever vaccination compulsory for entry?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 4:13 AMOnly if you traveled through infected areas: https://tdac.in.th/#yellow-fever-requirements
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hu•April 2nd, 2025 9:41 PMThey needed to change from "covid"
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hu•April 2nd, 2025 9:41 PMThey needed to change from "covid"
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Alex •April 1st, 2025 12:45 AMIf you are staying in various hotels in different cities, which address do you enter on your form?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 4:13 AMYou put the arrival hotel.
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Paul Bailey•April 1st, 2025 12:20 AMI fly into Bangkok on the 10th of May and then on the 6th of June fly to Cambodia for about 7 days for a side trip and then re-enter Thailand again. Do I have to send another online ETA form?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 4:57 AMYes, you would need to fill one out each time you enter Thailand. Same as the old TM6.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 10:14 PMIt is stated that the TDAC application must be made 3 days before entering the country. Question 1: 3 days AT MOST? If yes, how many days AT EARLIEST before entering the country? Question 2: How long to receive the result if living in the EU? Question 3: Are these rules likely to change by January 2026? Question 4: What about the visa exemption: will it be reverted to 30 days or remain at 60 days starting January 2026? Thank you for answering all these 4 questions by sworn persons (please no "I believe that or I read or heard that"
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 5:01 AM1) It is not possible to apply more than 3 days before entering the country. 2) Approval is instant, even for EU residents. 3) No one can predict the future, but these measures seem to be intended for the long term. For example, the TM6 form has been in place for over 40 years. 4) To date, no official announcement has been made regarding the duration of the visa exemption starting January 2026. Therefore, it remains unknown.
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Anonymous•April 2nd, 2025 10:19 AMThank you.
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Anonymous•April 2nd, 2025 10:41 AMThank you. 3 days before entry: it's a bit rushed, but okay. So: if I plan my entry to Thailand on January 13, 2026: from which date EXACTLY must I send my TDAC application at the earliest (since my flight would leave on January 12): the 9th or the 10th of January (considering the time difference between France and Thailand on those dates)?
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Anonymous•April 2nd, 2025 10:16 PMPlease respond, thank you.
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Anonymous•April 5th, 2025 9:04 PMIt's based on Thailand time. So if the arrival date is January 12th, you would be able to submit as early as January 9th (in Thailand).
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 8:00 PMDo DTV Visa holders require to fill out this digital card?
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Anonymous•April 1st, 2025 4:12 AMYes, you would still need to do this if you are arriving on, or after May 1st.
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Dave•March 31st, 2025 7:16 PMCan you submit the form on a laptop? And get the QR code back on a laptop?
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 7:25 PMThe QR is sent to your email as a PDF, so you should be able to use any device.
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Steve Hudson•April 1st, 2025 9:10 PMOK, so I screenshot the QR CODE from the PDF from my email, right??? because I will not have internet access on arrival.
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Anonymous•April 5th, 2025 9:05 PMYou can screenshot it without even getting the email they show it at the end of the application.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 6:42 PMThis seems to be okay as long as we can type in the information they need. If we have to start uploading things like photos, fingerprints, etc. it will be too much work.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 6:52 PMNo document upload is required, just a 2-3 page form. (if you traveled through Africa then it's a 3-pager)
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Allan•March 31st, 2025 5:38 PMDoes a Non-immigrant O visa require submission of the TDAC?
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 5:44 PMYes, if you are arriving on, or after May 1st.
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raymond•March 31st, 2025 5:13 PMI intend to travel from Poipet, Cambodia via Bangkok to Malaysia by Thailand train without stopping in Thailand. How do I fill up the accommodation page?
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 5:24 PMYou check the box that says: [x] I am a transit passenger, I don't stay in Thailand
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RR•March 31st, 2025 3:58 PMSo they're going to track everyone for safety reasons? Where have we heard that before, eh?
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 5:02 PMThis is the same questions that the TM6 had, and that was introduced over 40 years ago.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:59 PMI have a 2-hour stopover in Kenya from Amsterdam. Do I need a Yellow Fever Certificate even in transit? The Ministry of Public Health has issued regulations that applicants who have travelled from or through the countries which have been declared Yellow Fever Infected Areas must provide an International Health Certificate proving that they have received a Yellow Fever vaccination.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 3:19 PMIt would appear so: https://www.mfa.go.th/en/publicservice/5d5bcc2615e39c306000a30d?cate=5d5bcb4e15e39c30600068d3
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:13 PMI live in Thailand on a NON-IMM O visa (Thai family). However, Thailand as country of residence is not selectable. What to select? Country of nationality? That would make no sense as I don’t have residency outside of Thailand.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:28 PMLooks like an early error, maybe select nationality for now because all non-Thais need to fill it out according to current info.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:53 PMYes, will do so. Seems the application more focused on tourist and short term visitors and not so much considering the specific situation of long term visa holders. Besides TDAC, „East German“ doesn’t exist anymore since November 1989!
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STELLA AYUMI KHO •March 31st, 2025 1:45 PMCan’t wait to see you again Thailand
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:25 PMThailand is waiting for you.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 1:21 PMI hold an O Retirement Visa and live in Thailand. I will be returning to Thailand after a short vacation, do I still need to fill out this TDAC? Thank you.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 2:25 PMIf you are returning on or after May 1st, then yes, you will need to.
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Luke UK•March 31st, 2025 12:26 PMAs a Thailand privilege member, I am granted a one-year stamp upon entry (extendable at immigration). How can I provide a departure flight? I agree with this requirement for the visa exemption and visa on arrival tourists. However, for long-term visa holders, departure flights should not be a mandatory requirement in my opinion.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 12:30 PMDeparture information is optional as noted by the lack of red asterisks
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Luke UK•March 31st, 2025 12:56 PMI overlooked this, thank you for the clarification.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 5:44 PMNo problem, have a safe trip!
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Rob•March 31st, 2025 12:15 PMI never completed the TM6, so I'm not sure how closely the information sought compares with that on the TM6, so apologies if this is a stupid question. My flight leaves the UK on 31 May and I have a connection to Bangkok, departing on 1 June. In the travel details section of the TDAC, would my boarding point be the first leg from the UK, or the connection from Dubai?
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 12:18 PMDeparture information is actually optional if you look at the screenshots; they do not have the red asterisks next to them. The most important thing is the arrival date.
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John Mc Pherson•March 31st, 2025 11:42 AMSawadee Krap, Just found out the requirements for the Arrival Card. I'm a 76 year old male and cannot provide a departure date as requested plus for my Flight. The reason being, I have to get a Tourist Visa for my Thai Fiancée who lives in Thailand, and do not know how long the procedure will take, so therefore I cannot provide any dates until all is past and accepted. Please consider my Dilemma. Yours Sincerely. John Mc Pherson. Australia.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 12:10 PMYou can apply up to 3 days before your arrival date at MOST. Also you can update the data if things change. The application, and updates are approved instantly.
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John Mc Pherson•April 12th, 2025 6:53 AMPLEASE HELP ME WITH MY QUERY ( It does stipulate in Required Information for TDAC Submission ) 3. Travel Information says =Date of departure (if known) Departure mode of travel (if known) is that sufficient for me?
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Paul•March 31st, 2025 11:10 AMI'm from Australia unsure how the Health Declaration works If I pick Australia from the drop down box will it skip the Yellow Fever section providing I haven't been to those countries listed
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 12:09 PMYes, you do NOT need Yellow Fever Vaccination if you have not been in the listed countries.
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Jason Tong•March 31st, 2025 8:13 AMExcellent! Looking forward to a stress-free experience.
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 8:58 AMWon't be long, no more forgetting to wake up when they pass out TM6 cards.
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 11:51 PMSo. How to get the link easier
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Anonymous•March 31st, 2025 1:56 AMIt is not required unless your arrival is on May 1st or after.
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Mairi Fiona Sinclair•March 30th, 2025 6:51 PMWhere is the form?
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 10:22 PMAs mentioned on the page: https://tdac.immigration.go.th But the earliest you should be submitting is April 28th as the TDAC starts to become a requirement on May 1st.
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Maeda•March 30th, 2025 6:19 PMIf I have added the arrival date prior to the airport of departure, and while at the airport the flight is delayed and does not meet the given date for the TDAC, what happens when arriving at the airport in Thailand?
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 6:45 PMYou can edit your TDAC, and the edit will be instantly updated.
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JEAN IDIART•March 30th, 2025 12:20 PMaaa
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 2:24 PM????
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mike odd•March 30th, 2025 10:37 AMOnly pro COVID scam countries still go with this UN fraud. It is not for your safety, only for control. It is written in Agenda 2030. One of the few countries that would 'play' a 'pandemic' all over again just to please their agenda and get funds to harm people.
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 11:33 AMThailand has had the TM6 in place for over 45 years, and the Yellow Fever Vaccine is only for specific countries, and has nothing to do with COVID.
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Shawn •March 30th, 2025 10:26 AMDo ABTC card holders need to complete the TDAC?
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Anonymous•March 30th, 2025 10:38 AMYes, you would still need to complete the TDAC. Same as when the TM6 was required.
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Polly•March 29th, 2025 9:43 PMFor a person holding a student visa, does he/she need to complete the ETA before returning to Thailand for term break, holiday, etc.? Thanks
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 10:52 PMYes, you would need to do this if your arrival date is on or after May 1st. This is the replacement of the TM6.
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Robin smith •March 29th, 2025 1:05 PMExcellent
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 1:41 PMAlways hated filling out those cards by hand
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S•March 29th, 2025 12:20 PMSeems to be a huge step back from the TM6 this will confuse many travelers to Thailand. What will happen if they do not have this great new innovation on arrival?
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 1:41 PMIt looks like airlines may also require it, similar to how they were required to hand them out, but they just require it at check-in or boarding.
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 10:28 AMWill the airlines require this document at check-in or will it be only required at the immigration station at Thailand airport? Can it be completed before approaching immigration?
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 10:39 AMAt the moment this part is unclear, but it would make sense for airlines to require this when checking in or boarding.
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 9:56 AMFor older visitors without online skills, will a paper version be available?
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 10:38 AMFrom what we understand it must be done online, maybe you can have someone you know submit for you, or use an agent. Assuming you were able to book a flight without any online skills the same company could help you with the TDAC.
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Anonymous•March 28th, 2025 12:34 PMThis is not required yet, it will start on May 1st, 2025
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Anonymous•March 29th, 2025 11:17 AMMeaning you can apply April 28th for May 1st arrival.
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