Answereda year ago

Do I need an onward flight ticket when moving to Thailand on a DTV if I have a TDAC?

DTV (Digital Nomad Visa)TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card)Onward Flight Requirements Visa Regulations Thailand Immigration Rules

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Toby *********

asked Apr 28, 2025

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So, I'll hopefully be moving to Thailand on a DTV in August and I know I'll have to do the whole TDAC thing, but from what I understand, the TDAC is a single entry, 30 day 'permit' (or whatever you want to call it) and you need to have an onward or return flight scheduled within that time. So how does that work with the DTV? Do I still need an onward flight (one of those cheap throw away tickets) within 30 days of arriving?

Answer summary

The TDAC is an arrival card that does not affect visa requirements or travel plans. For those moving to Thailand on a DTV, reports suggest that you typically do not need to provide proof of onward travel, although experiences may vary.

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Anna *********

Your understanding is very confused. TDAC is an ‘arrival’ form as is usual in so many countries. Nothing to do with visas or permits or onward travel

a year ago

Dan *******

You don´t need onward ticket on a DTV

a year ago

Phil *******

What!!!!!

a year ago

Warren *********

Just tell immigration that your applying for a retirement visa . It has worked for me last February and in June my mate came with a single flight and we just told them he was probably going to get an extension of stay and that we were not sure when we were going to travel to Cambodia. We did it as pleasantly as we could and they smiled and stamped the passport

a year ago

Andy ************

@Warren ********

You don't need an onward journey if you have a DTV! 😆

a year ago

Warren *********

@Andy ***********

I had the visa my mate didn't. Many people turn up on a single flight no return. Just be nice and tell them you are applying.

a year ago

Andy ************

@Warren ********

But immigration seldom ask. You may not get that far if you're denied boarding by your airline.

a year ago

Lynnette *******

Read the TDAC form. It's not a permission. It's just confirming your travel plans.

a year ago

Brandon ************

The TDAC is not any of those things. It's an arrival card. It's not a permit. It's not a visa. It's how the Thai government is getting stats on arrivals. It has nothing to do with your visa. It has nothing to do with your stay in Thailand. It has to do with your arrival and that is it. Thailand Digital ARRIVAL Card. It is replacing the paper form you used to get on the airplane. Whether or not you need an onward flight has nothing to do with TDAC, and everything to do with your VISA.

With a DTV you should not need proof of onward travel based on reports of others.

a year ago