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Is the digital arrival card in Thailand only for tourists or for all visa holders?

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Is the new digital arrival card only for Tourists or for all kind of visa holders?
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The new digital arrival card in Thailand is intended for all foreigners arriving in the country, not just tourists. This includes all non-Thai nationals, excluding Thai citizens and diplomats. It is a quick process that can be completed upon arrival and does not require printing as the information is stored in the system.
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David ******
David ******
Scan this via your QR scanner takes you directly to site. Application not before 72 hours off arrival
Thomas ********
Thomas ********
What is the Thai app for this please
Will ************
Will ************
@Thomas *******
there is no app its website
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Thomas *******
there is no app, it's a web-link

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Franky **********
Franky **********
And you don't have to print ot. They even not ask about it at the airport. It's already in the system
Vin *********
Vin *********
As stated, repeated, reiterated, posted, and in plain English (even with Thai translation);

If you are not Thai or a diplomat.
Nav ******
Nav ******
@Vin ********
Some are too lazy and probably dumb to google and research...What to do 🤷
Dca *****
Dca *****
Asokā **********
Asokā **********
Everyone not thai not diplomat not with cross border pass
Dca *****
Asokā **********
Asokā **********
@Dca ****
aaah they changed it! Used to exclude diplomat a minth ago
Christopher *********
Christopher *********
It's for all forigen people. Takes 2 mins and you can do it when you arrive in Thailand.
Brad ***********
Brad ***********
Everybody except Thai nationals
Lloyd ********
Lloyd ********
EVERY non Thai
James ********
James ********
It's for ALL foreigners arriving in Thailand.
Paul *****************
Paul *****************
@James *******
My wife is Thai,,, her Thai Passport has expired ,, she has an Australian Passport also,, when she enters on Aussie passport does she have to fill it out also? Thankyou for advice
James ********
James ********
@Paul ****************
she can enter Thailand with an expired Thai passport. THAT'S WHAT SHE SHOULD DO.

AND now it's super easy to get a NEW Thai passport after she is in Thailand. In a few days it's issued for either 5 or 10 years. 1,000 to 1,500 Thai baht fee.

IF she enters as an Aussie... Then SHE needs to do a DTAC registration.
Paul *****************
Paul *****************
@James *******
Thankyou James🙏👍
James ********
James ********
All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand, including tourists, business travelers, and long-term visa holders, must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival, according to multiple sources. This requirement applies regardless of their nationality or purpose of visit, and it replaces the traditional paper-based TM6 arrival form. The digital form must be submitted online within 72 hours (3 days) before their scheduled arrival.

Exceptions:

Transiting or Transferring Travelers:

Individuals who are transiting or transferring through Thailand without going through immigration controls are not required to complete the TDAC.

Diplomatic and Consular Staff:

Diplomatic and consular staff with diplomatic passports are also exempt from the TDAC requirement.

Border Pass Holders:

Those entering Thailand with a Border Pass are also not required to complete the TDAC.

In essence, nearly all foreign visitors, except for specific transit/transfer cases, diplomatic staff, and border pass holders, need to register for the TDAC online before arriving in Thailand, according to various sources.
Hakan ************
Hakan ************
@James *******
what about for PR holders??
James ********
James ********
@Hakan ***********
Yes ALL foreigners arriving into Thailand MUST complete the new DTAC. Unless exempt

PR holders MUST complete the DTAC.

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