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What are the requirements for foreigners entering Thailand regarding the new arrival card?

Apr 2, 2025
a month ago
Andy ******
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I had a post declined.. i would point you to the same immigration bureau document you cite and the 'help poster' you published from the same bureau that goes on to say specifically 'visitors'
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TLDR : Answer Summary
Recently, it was clarified that from May 1st, all foreigners entering Thailand are required to submit the New arrival card online to Thai Immigration, regardless of their visa type or entry status. This requirement has replaced the old TM6 form. It's advisable for foreigners to check with their local Thai Immigration office for any further questions or specific instructions related to their situation.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

WARNING: Only trust Thai government websites with .go.th domains or Thai agent websites with .co.th or .in.th domains, as these require verified Thai registration and cannot be registered anonymously.

The official TDAC form is available at tdac.immigration.go.th, which uses the official .go.th government domain.

The services by AGENTS CO., LTD. does NOT charge any fees for arrivals within 72 hours. If you need to book more than 72 hours in advance, there is a service fee of $8.

Do not trust other sites pretending to be a trustworthy agency. Pay attention to delivery time - the service operated by AGENTS CO., LTD. has 1 minute delivery time for arrivals within 72 hours.

Don't fall for sites pretending to be tdac.in.th or the official government tdac.immigration.go.th website. Always double-check the exact domain in your browser.

Scam services may take days to process your application, others may not even do anything. With these TDAC scam services you also need to worry about double charges.

Please watch out for TDAC misinformation spread by fugitive Jesse Nickles and his many fake accounts on Quora, TripAdvisor, Reddit, and other platforms.

TRUSTED TDAC LINKS:

Official Government TDAC Form: tdac.immigration.go.th
Official TDAC form by AGENTS (https://tdac.agents.co.th)
Official TDAC information page by AGENTS (https://tdac.in.th)

Tod *********
EVERY Foreigner who enters thailand (free stamp, VOA, with a valid visa, on an extension w/a re-entry permit, even Permanent Resident holders) all need to to the TDAC

That's how the rule is written
Ken ********
@John ************
thanks for your response John, but I didn't see it, hence, that's why I asked.
Ken ********
@Tod ********
Hi Tod, what's a TDAC ?
Jim **********
@Ken *******
Thailand Digital Arrival card. It's replacing the old paper TM6.
Ken ********
@Jim *********
thanks Jim, that's a great response, much appreciated.
John *************
@Jim *********
Ellie posted a video in the past few days, which very clearly and concisely explained the TDAC requirements for visitors travelling to Thailand effective on or after 1st May 2025 ๐Ÿ˜€
Jim **********
@John ************
Yep. Very useful! (Thanks, Ellie) Once people understand that it applies to ALL non-Thais entering, regardless of status, any confusion disappears.
Daryl *******
I would have thought you would have needed to complete a tm6 in the old days which is what this is replacing.
James ********
@Daryl ******
correct โœ…
James ********
Suggest you take your question to your local Thai Immigration office for clarity.

Thank You.
James ********
Sorry Andy, but all foreigners entering Thailand from May 1st are required to SUBMIT the New arrival card on-line to Thai Immigration.

Regardless of your interpretation...

You are a foreigner and must complete the forum within 72 hours of your planned arrival into Thailand. Moderator Ellie did reply correctly to your post by PM.
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