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What are the recent changes regarding visa exemption and TDAC for entry into Thailand?
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Dear all. I just want to say something here. I have read a lot here and other platforms that people complain that they are denied immigration if they want to have an exemption visa. I made a visa run today for my first non OA. I stood at Krabi in a row of about 100 people. At least 10 people were sent to the side because they simply did not have the TDAC. Why don't people check what they need when they want to come to Thailand with a certain visa? But they are complaining...so just experienced this today. Just so stupid. So don't complain and just fill in the paperwork you have a wonderful stay here.
Answer summary
The discussion highlights recent experiences and frustrations regarding the new TDAC requirement for entry into Thailand. A user recounts observing many individuals being denied entry due to a lack of the necessary TDAC form during their visa run at Krabi. The comments reflect various opinions on the necessity for travelers to stay updated with visa rules and forms, as well as general concerns around immigration procedures and complaints within the expat community.
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Greg ***********
well, you stand in the line with others. When it is your turn, you show the visa and the printed out TDAC. Welcome to Thailand
Patrick **********
and you also complain🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
Fred **********
OP@Patrick *********
nee knuppel, dat is geen klagen, dat is een feit, mafkees. Lees wat vaker hier dan zie je wat klagen is.
Paul ***************
Fred Wijnands take a chill pill 🤪
Fred **********
OPPaul van Rijswijk lastig he voor Hollanders commentaar te krijgen.
Atrustwor*********
Why did you do visa run on OA is your first year completed?
Fred **********
OPAtrustworthyJaguar No after many years am back. Applied for Non OA in Netherlands. Stupid office made.mistake so visa was to late. I enter with exemption. To activate the Non OA 1st time need to go abroad.
Jo **********
so is this complaint about the visa exempt or the TDAC or both. Also its complaining about the complaining.
Philip ******
Ive forgot about the tdac twice now since it was introduced. I didnt complain though I simply did it on my phone when I was in the huge immigration queue!! Takes five minutes, if that. People just like to complain.
Fred **********
OPPhilip West precise!!!
Jo **********
Fred Wijnands but you are complaining about the people complaining LOL
Stuart *********
Of course it is wise to look up entry information.
The TDAC is relatively new. 1st May 2025. Many people book their holidays months in advance. If you’re not on visa forums like this you may have no clue of a change in rules from when you booked until arrival date.
Calling someone stupid for not being up to date with changes is a bit far.
To enable the changes the Thai government have made terminals available at entry points to enable those without a TDAC to do one. Yes the lines may be long to do it but it can be done.
The TDAC is relatively new. 1st May 2025. Many people book their holidays months in advance. If you’re not on visa forums like this you may have no clue of a change in rules from when you booked until arrival date.
Calling someone stupid for not being up to date with changes is a bit far.
To enable the changes the Thai government have made terminals available at entry points to enable those without a TDAC to do one. Yes the lines may be long to do it but it can be done.
Allan ******
Whatever. Why post your observations.
David ********
Allan Repp He can voice his opinion.
Fred **********
OPAllan Repp Well stupid, that is what fb is all about sharing with people. Make a topic. You're to stupid to understand.
Jo **********
Fred Wijnands your complaining again
Fred **********
OPJo Clemente Diffelculties with straight words?
Lynnette *******
Allan Repp so your observation, that someone posted something, is ok. But theirs isn't?
Ron ******
Completing electronic arrival cards is becoming common in many countries. I don't understand why coming to Thailand seems to be so difficult.
Fred **********
OPRon Duke Yes and so.easy
Ralph *******
Ron Duke It isn’t. The TDAC is simple but people are complaining about visa exemption, renewals and border runs.
Ant ***********
Lots of talk about people getting denied but Very few people get denied .
There are 700 - 800 flights arrive & depart everyday in Bangkok
What does TDAC have to do with a Visa Renewal ?
There are 700 - 800 flights arrive & depart everyday in Bangkok
What does TDAC have to do with a Visa Renewal ?
Dan *******
Currently in Vietnam. Hope you’re right about not being denied. I’m headed back to Thailand next month. I’ve found that if you’re pleasant and don’t argue with the immigration officer , they’re very understanding. Next visit I’m going to get the METV.
Fred **********
OPDan Brown What I saw yesterday in Krabi. Many had no tdac, but there was even a table with an officer who helped filling in the Tdac. It really depends on the kind of border and what officer I think.
Fred **********
OPAnt W Tailor more then 400 in december, yes on many flights not a lot, but still.
Jo **********
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