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Is it too late to complete the TDAC before my flight to Thailand, and will I be denied entry if I don't?

May 5, 2025
3 days ago
Spencer *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hello all, I've just seen the new tdac rules and flying to Thailand in Wednesday. Is it to late to do the tdac, will I be refused untry if not done within 3 days ? Thanks in advance.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) must be completed within 3 days prior to entry into Thailand. However, travelers can fill it out upon arrival, either in the immigration queue or at kiosks available in the airport. It's recommended to complete it as soon as possible for a smoother immigration process, but it is not too late if done shortly before arrival.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
Mark ********
No, just try & do it now.As it's so new there will be thousands of people that won't have done it.
ไมเคิล **********
They will have kiosk at BKK for those who failed to do it before landing.
Peter *******
the first month it can even be done at the airport in Thailand
Graham ******
@Peter ******
What can be done at the airport? There are no Immigration services at airports apart from those stamping you in and that is their only function.
Ellie *******
@Peter ******
, there is no "first month" limit.
Bent *************
@Peter ******
It can be done anywhere before you reach the passport control - even in the queue while you are waiting.
Chris *************
I went through immigration at SUV this morning and some officials will ask to see your confirmation QR code. Some people had printed out the two page email, others had it on their phone. It was a miss. Seems the older staff just were paying attention to the passport and biometrics and the newer younger staff were more cautious. Though immigration was jammed pack those who were checking the forms told people to get out of line, line in the app and return into line.
Alan ********
It is 3 days OR LESS before entry, not 3 days or more.
Julia ***********
I got asked by Qatar before they booked me in my flight. It was easy enough but thought it was interesting they wanted to see before proceeding.
Bent *************
@Julia **********
They are not entitled to do that!
Julia ***********
@Bent ************
it’s ok as it’s such a simple process and I had it done already.
Chris *************
@Julia **********
same with me —I was checking in with Qatar air and they waited til I completed the process before allowing me to check in on my flight from Europe.
Spencer *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thanks all, makes sense. Was panicking a bit
Bent *************
Sharon *******
@Spencer ******
Just a tip. The form asked me for the address of the Airbnb I'm at including the city (Bangkok), district (Bang Na) and sub-district (I had no clue so put Bang Na again and it worked). Sub-district is a required field but repeating the district worked, at least in my case. The form processed immediately. I had forgotten to do it at home so completed it between flights at the Hong Kong airport.
James ********
@Spencer ******
Safe travels and Enjoy your stay in Thailand.
Jan ******************
Between 0 and 72 hours before landing and you pass through immigration.
Kim *********
@Jan *****************
between 0 and 72 hours before passing immi
Rob *******
Any time within 3 days, there are also tablets set up in arrivals so you can even do it there when you arrive.
Roland **********
✈️🇹🇭For example, if you are arrival to Thailand on May 10th, you can fill out Tdack on May 7th, 8th, 9th or 10th. 👍
Kieran *******
It’s 3 days maximum. You can even do it in the queue for immigration once you’ve landed
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