Before booking a Thailand tour package, know this: The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is an online system that replaces the traditional TM6 paper form for foreign travelers entering Thailand, effective May 1, 2025. This digital initiative aims to streamline the immigration process, enhance efficiency, and reduce processing times at entry points.
Pre-Arrival Convenience: Submit the required information online before departure, eliminating the need to complete forms during the journey or upon arrival.
Faster Immigration Clearance: Pre-submitted details facilitate quicker processing at immigration checkpoints, reducing wait times.
Enhanced Security: Accurate and verified personal data contributes to improved security measures.
Improved Efficiency: A streamlined immigration system that can handle large tourist volumes more effectively.
Boost to Tourism: Enhances Thailand’s reputation as a modern and traveler-friendly destination.
Economic Growth: A more efficient entry system encourages tourism and business travel, contributing to economic development.
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) was introduced as a digital alternative to the traditional TM6 immigration form. It’s not mandatory for all travelers yet, and eligibility can depend on how Thailand’s immigration implements it in phases.
You don’t need to upload any physical documents, but you must enter the following information accurately:
