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Do I need to print the online arrival card for Thai immigration or can I show it on my phone?
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Hi. Ive completed the online arrival card and received the email. Do I need to print it off or just use my phone to show the immigration officer. Thanks.
Answer summary
You do not necessarily need to print your completed arrival card (TDAC) as immigration officers can usually access the necessary information digitally through your passport. Many travelers have had success just showing the card on their phones, as it is often reflected on the immigration officer's system when scanning the passport. However, some users suggest keeping a printed copy as a backup in case of technical issues with your phone.
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John *********
I have not been asked to provide any details about this to immigration at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Steve **********
Cover your bases, both.
Kris *********
Like to print out everything.. but you don't need to
Brunt *******
They don't even want to read it....just keep it inside your phone?
Bent *************
Waist of time! Print is out. This is 2026!
Amanda *********
And in case you lose your phone …. Always have a copy of your passport etc etc !
Nick ************
There are clear signs at the airport to have it ready to show so my advice is have it ready to show. Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
Pascal ********
You won't have to show it to the immigration officer because when he places your RFID passport on his tablet, he will see that you have paid and that your tax form is filled out correctly.
djfre*****
No need to show it , it will be on their computer
Penny ******
Recently enter for the first time using this new system … I saved in on my phone & printed it too ..
when the officer scans your passport it shows in the system … but it is best to be prepared 👍
when the officer scans your passport it shows in the system … but it is best to be prepared 👍
Esther ********
I like to be over prepared, when I get to the counter I present my passport, copy of my visa and have the tdac open on my phone. I just lay it all out on the counter. Their job is hard enough without tourists farting about try to find documents they should’ve had ready for them at the start.
Gary ******************
I know everything is digital now but I always print a copy off of everything am just old fashioned,plus if you lose your phone or it breaks highly unlikely but you just never know you'll always have back up..
Stephen ********
I allways have on phone and print a copy just in case needed
Marc ********
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Jonny *****
I've never been asked for it but I make sure it's on my phone anyway
Tony *******
No they have your passport number therefore they know everything at immigration regarding your tdac.
John **********
Its good to have it printed of just in case your dies or you lose it
Gary ******************
@John *********
Someone the same as me old school 👍Jan ********
I’m arriving Tuesday morning . You have to do this 3 days before does that include the weekend ? I’m confused as to when to fill it in .
Can anyone please advise on this .TIA .
Can anyone please advise on this .TIA .
Jan ********
Thank you
Gary ******************
@Jan *******
Do it anytime from Sunday Jan it's straight forward to do but make sure you use the proper website,You DONT have to pay Ive heard of people been ripped off on line paying..🙂🙂🙂Brandon ************
@Jan *******
You cannot fill it out until you are within 3 days of arrival. Anytime within 3 days you can do it.Jan ********
@Brandon ***********
thank you
Graeme ******
Just keep it handy on your phone. Many people do the tdac in the arrivals before immigration and of course have no ability to print so I wouldn't worry if you dont have a print of your tdac
Albertino ********
My experience..
When you enter they already knows if you made or not TDAC
When you enter they already knows if you made or not TDAC
Lynnette *******
Unlikely to need to show it, but I print stuff because if ever asked and phoned goes on the blink ( as it did 2 weeks ago ) I can show hard copy.
Bruce *******
Phone is ok but they already have it on file on computer when you arrive
Thai *******
No they only ask if needed as it's on there screen when entering through check point
Brandon ************
You can keep a copy on your phone just in case, but you won't need to show anything unless asked. When the immigration officer scans your passport, it will show whether you've completed it or not.
Steve ***********
Keep it handy on your phone, never been asked at Bkk
Hans ******
@Steve **********
not even looked at mine in my mobile ready…Activity
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