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Can I fill out the new arrival card at the airport when I arrive in Thailand?
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Can I fill out the new arrival card at the airport when I arrive
Answer summary
Yes, you can fill out the new arrival card at the airport in Thailand. However, many recommend completing it online beforehand to avoid delays. Reports indicate that airlines might require proof of completion before check-in. While it is possible to fill out the form at the airport, it may lead to longer waiting times due to queues. It's suggested to have relevant travel information ready in advance, and many travelers successfully use online forms before their flights to expedite the process.
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Hathaway *************
I just came back from Uk on Qatar Air, no body asked at Gatwick.
Josh ********
You’re gonna have plenty of time in line depending on when you arrive. Just make sure you have data and plan for 30 mins.
Robert ********
Yes
Jo **********
yes
Bent *************
Yes
Ian *********
Only takes 5 mins lol daft not to haha
David *******
You have to do it online
Phillip ********
Yes . Yes you can
Steve ***********
I flew Qatar from London Heathrow, I had to show it during check in at the desk, and I had already completed online checkin
Wayne *********
You can but then you’re reliant on everything working correctly at a critical moment. If there is even the slightest issue with the system you’re going to be stuck at the airport until it is resolved.
I know when I filled mine out there was an issue with getting the confirmation email and QR code. Thankfully it was 3 days prior and I had time to wait for the system to fix itself.
I know when I filled mine out there was an issue with getting the confirmation email and QR code. Thankfully it was 3 days prior and I had time to wait for the system to fix itself.
Greta *****
What's the point?
David **********
KLM asked to see mine before the flight.
Ian *****
It's digital....do it at airport when leaving, much easier than trying to do in arrivals
David *******
Just do it 3 days before it take only a few minutes, answer to your question yes up to you, if more people want to do it at the airport it will just take you longer and you have to have more information on hand as well so it’s easy to do it at home
William ******
@Stephen ********
yes , well said. That applies to me I’m afraid. I’m no youngster& well passed middle age, keeping up with modern communication can be rather demanding unfortunately. Sadly I’m sure any 12 year old would be far more advanced in that field & I doubt I’m alone.Stephen *********
@William *****
I'll be 71 next month and feel quite comfortable with using most forms of modern technology. The world is changing and keeping up can be a challenge - but, the benefits of embracing the changes can be significant.I can't image how I ever got by without google maps, banking apps, WhatsApp etc
William ******
@Stephen ********
I’m 76 and not that technically minded I’m afraid, partially due to lack of interest in all this ever increasing Hi tech development. So in a way my own fault. Your comments thoughtfully noted though.
William ******
@Stephen ********
Ha Ha, yes just about can manage Facebook occasionally.I’m sure you’re right, all these high tech app’s & communication abilities are here to stay for much of what we do nowadays.
All part of every day life,
Glad I’m 76 & not 17. God forbid the technical future.
Stephen *********
@William *****
looks like you can use Facebook well enough 👍Is it worth considering a short list of travel apps and aiming to become more familiar with one at a time?
Erick ********
Sure. Welcome to Bkk
Gary ********
Why would you be bothered to wait. Pointless post unless you have been living under a rock.
Nongnuch ********
Actually, if you have submitted the TDAC and received the confirmation email before your flight, you will most probably not be asked anything by the Immigration officer. When theys can your passport, they can see on their monitor that you had submitted a TDAC, so in order to speed the entry process, they won't ask you to show it
Scott ********
@Nongnuch *******
I made 1 little mistake and they let me through no problem 😊 👌
Tez ******
Sure
Anya ***********
Been there done that it was lovely
Paul *********
You can, but you might be rushing
Tony **********
Qatar airways asked for mine at Edinburgh airport during check in
Neil ********
You can but I would don2 days before you fly so you have the bar code
Jordan ******
OPI already have 2 weeks accommodation booked but I get paid monthly so can’t book any onwards travel and the phone I got at the moment is having problems downloading apps
Jordan ******
OPAre they asking for proof of onwards travel
William *******
Sure can.
Even *********
Do it before. Its a little bit tricky
Stephen ******
No
Jimmy *******
Jordan, yes you can do at the airport.
Gústaf *********
3 days ahead.
Dennis **********
Yes but it might depend on your departure officials , I was asked to show it in Australia before I departed
Mark ******
I flew in 2 weeks ago, was asked at Heathrow only if id done it and immigration officer never even looked at when he swiped my passport so can only presume it's already there for them on screen from passport 🤷🏼♂️
Todd **********
Yes. We were able to in Chiang Mai.
Greg *********
Can do.just know the location of accommodation,
Scott ********
Yes. And don't worry if u think u buggered it up they will help you.
Emmanuel *********
@Scott *******
Thanks for your comment. Do we have to pay a fée ?Steve ***********
Scott ********
@Emmanuel ********
not that I know ov I didn't am from England
Mick *******
It’s very easy, did mine in 5 minutes
Stephen *********
I was asked to confirm that I had completed the TDAC at check-in (flight from DaNang).
I did mine on my phone - easy and straight forward - can't think of any logical reason for not doing it.
I did mine on my phone - easy and straight forward - can't think of any logical reason for not doing it.
Brian *********
@Stephen ********
I am going to Bangkok for 4 days then on to DaNang for 5 days then back to Bangkok do I have to do it twice
Ivan *********
@Brian ********
a lot of messing aboutRobert ********
@Stephen ********
Not questionened. You’d need to step out of line and do it before being accepted.Robert ********
@Rick ********
They don’t need to ask. The officer can see it because it is tight to your passportStephen *********
@Rick ********
I assumed it was linked to my passport and I would have been questioned if I hadn't done it 🤔
Rick *********
@Ivan ********
yes I agree……and when I came back from Laos last week I had done a new TDAC, but they didn’t even ask for it at customs/immigration. So I was kind of annoyed. But it’s free to do so better safe than sorry I guess.Stephen *********
@Brian ********
as I understand it, you need to do it for each entry to Thailand.Ivan *********
@Stephen ********
what if your phone battery dies or stops working ?Stephen *********
@Ivan ********
or if your biro stops working and there are none to be had to fill in the paper version 🤔Stephen *********
@Ivan ********
You an do it on a PC/Mac or phone and print the attached pdf. It is linked to your passport - I was not asked to show my QR codeIvan *********
@Rick ********
yes I know but why bother I've been 3 times since covid and only needed my uk passport. How is this going to speed things up if they have to keep looking at people's phonesRick *********
@Ivan ********
it only became a requirement on May 1st of this year.Ivan *********
@Stephen ********
I went in January until March this year and only had to show my uk passport not filled a paper version in since 2020 before covid.
Patrick **********
@Stephen ********
Having a smartphone is not mandatory by law. And more people than you think don't know how to handle internet. Do you want to bar them from traveling?
Brett *****
@Patrick *********
what a stupid commentBrett *****
@Patrick *********
take your own advicePatrick **********
@Brett ****
I don't know how to say it in correct english but you only skip the point I just indicated. What do you have to say? Nothing, as a matter of fact.Patrick **********
@Brett ****
As much as your first comment
Bryce *******
Online form was beautifully created. User easy.
William ******
Robert ********
@William *****
there’s many iPads in the airport to let you fill the formWilliam ******
@Robert *******
thanks for reply.Gary ********
@William *****
u must be a caveman!!Bryce *******
@Gary *******
The hair on my knuckles suggest I'm a caveman too, still, I managed.William ******
@Gary *******
absolutely it’s an age thingBryce *******
@William *****
I dunno, computer at home just before you leave?
Benyathip **********
Yes can
David **********
Yes as long as you fill it out before immigration
Andrew ********
You can yes but if you have all the info needed you can do it 3 days before arrival. They will ask you for confirmation you filled it out. If you have not they will pull you out of line to a board with qr code to do it.
Kenny *****
Yes but why! When you can fill it out right now in a few mins. If you do it at the airport youre going to have to queue in back. Everyone else is in line while you’re on the side filling out your info.
Upadhyay *********
Yes. You can do that. But You should rather to do it in the taxi on the way to the airport.
I saw many people doing it on the arrivals though, there are kiosks.
I saw many people doing it on the arrivals though, there are kiosks.
Paul ********
@Upadhyay ********
all on line now easy
Tony *********
Yes,but it means delay
Willem ****
Yes
Brandon ************
Yes, if you can get that far. Multiple reports of airlines requiring the TDAC before letting you check-in for your flight
Robin ********
@Brandon ***********
Emirates asked if I'd submitted mine before leaving uk
David ********
@Brandon ***********
Oman Air asked to see my TDAC prior to checking my in.
Luc ************
@Brandon ***********
correct. Emirates asked me to show the TDAC ar the check-in counter in Brussels.
Kevin ********
@Brandon ***********
yes I was asked at check in if I had done my TDAC and you have to show them If you haven’t they ask you to do it or they will refuse to check you in
That’s with Turkish airlines
Barrie *********
@Brandon ***********
why are Airlines sticking there nose into countries Imigration ????Brandon ************
@Barrie ********
You say that like it's something new. Airlines check for visas and the like often. Because it's their responsibility to return you if you are denied entry for not meeting entry requirements.
Danny *******
@Barrie ********
If you knew why did you ask?Brandon ************
@Barrie ********
Because that's an entry requirement and you can be denied entry for not having itBarrie *********
@Brandon ***********
Yes I know all that. But I had to buy a return or onward ticket into Cambodia when they offer Visa on Arrival???
Paul **********
@Brandon ***********
we flew on 3 flights ,3days ago , no one ever asked or looked at our TDAC
Mark ********
@Paul *********
You do realise it's electronic? Which means when you submit it, it goes into their immigration system? Which means when they scan your passport upon entry, the system will show the TM6 details?
Mark ******
@Brandon ***********
no one at KLM asked for mine,and the immigration officer in Bangkok never asked for the QR code neither....Jo **********
@Mark *****
same with me
Gary **********
@Mark *****
flew today from Siem Reap, Cambodia. Not asked departing or at immigration on arrival. Did the arrival card online 2 days ago. Took couple mins. Came back approved straight away.Brandon ************
@Mark *****
That doesn't change the fact that multiple people have reported their airline asking to see their TDAC at checkin
Jan ******************
@Mark *****
No one asked in the immigration because you already did your TDAC visible when they scanned your passport.Activity
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