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What is a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)?

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory digital entry form required for all international visitors arriving in Thailand. It replaced the old paper TM6 arrival card and must be completed online within 72 hours before your flight lands.

Your TDAC is linked to your passport details and submitted digitally — no paper form, no pen, no queues at the airport.

TDAC at a glance

CostCalculated at checkoutMust CompleteWithin 72 hours before arrivalMax stay30 days tourist / per visaEntriesSingleProcessingAs fast as 1 hour
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Thailand TDAC vs Thailand Visa — What Do You Need?

Most travelers

Thailand TDAC — required for all arrivals

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is a mandatory entry declaration for all foreign visitors arriving by air. It is separate from your visa and must be completed before every trip.

  • Completed online within 72 hours before arrival
  • No embassy visit required
  • Arrives by email. No printing needed
  • Valid for tourism, business visits, and transit
  • Apply for your whole group in one submission
Long-term & specialised

Thailand Visa — for longer or specialised stays

A Thailand visa is required for visitors planning to stay longer than their visa exemption allows, or for study, work, or retirement purposes.

  • Required for stays beyond the visa exemption period
  • Covers study, employment, retirement, and long-term stay
  • Full Thailand visa guidance available from our support team

How to Complete Your Thailand Digital Arrival Card — 5 Simple Steps

1

Select your nationality and travel dates

We confirm your eligibility and calculate the exact fee before you enter any personal details

2

Enter your passport information exactly as it appears

Our form flags errors in real time so nothing gets missed

3

Choose Standard, Rush (4 hours), or Super Rush (1 hour)

Service fee is shown clearly at checkout

4

A specialist reviews your application

Our experts review your TDAC before submission to ensure it is error-free

5

Your completed TDAC arrives in your inbox

No printing required. Present digitally on arrival.

Rush processing

Travelling soon? Select Rush or Super Rush at checkout.

  • Rush: approved within 4 hours
  • Super Rush: approved within 1 hour

Do I Need a Thailand Digital Arrival Card?

All international visitors arriving in Thailand by air are required to complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before landing. You need one if you plan to:

  • Visit Thailand as a tourist
  • Visit family or friends
  • Transit through Thailand
  • Attend business meetings or conferences
  • Study or work in Thailand

Requirements checklist

  • Passport valid for the full duration of your trip
  • Your arrival date (approximate is fine)
  • Accommodation address in Thailand
  • Email address for your TDAC confirmation
  • Payment card for the service charge
  • 10 minutes
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The TDAC must be completed within 72 hours before your arrival. Do not submit it more than 3 days before you fly.

Eligible countries include

AmericasUSA, Canada, Brazil, MexicoAsia-PacificAustralia, New Zealand, Japan, SingaporeMiddle EastIsrael, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, KuwaitNordicsDenmark, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, SwedenEuropeAustria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, SloveniaAfricaSouth Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana

Thailand TDAC Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)?
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is a mandatory online entry form that replaced the old paper TM6 card. All international visitors arriving in Thailand by air must complete it within 72 hours before landing.
Is the TDAC the same as a Thailand visa?
No. The TDAC is a digital arrival declaration required of all visitors. A Thailand visa or visa exemption is separate and determines how long you can stay. You may need both.
How long does it take to complete a TDAC?
Most applications take under 10 minutes. Standard processing is same day. Rush takes 4 hours. Super Rush is completed within 1 hour.
Do I need to print my Thailand Digital Arrival Card?
No. Your TDAC is delivered by email and can be presented digitally on arrival.
When do I need to complete my Thailand arrival card?
Your TDAC must be completed within 72 hours before your scheduled arrival. Do not submit it earlier than 3 days before your flight.
What is the difference between the TDAC and the old TM6 card?
The TM6 was a paper card completed on arrival. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card replaced it and must now be completed online before you board.

Still have questions?

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