Who Needs a Thailand Digital Arrival Card?
Complete guide to TDAC eligibility requirements for all travelers entering Thailand
All Foreign Nationals Must Complete TDAC
Starting May 1, 2025, the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) became mandatory for all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand. This requirement applies regardless of your visa status, nationality, or mode of transportation.
The TDAC must be completed by every foreign traveler entering Thailand
- All foreign passport holders - regardless of nationality
- Tourists and business travelers - short-term visitors
- Long-term residents - expats and retirees
- Visa-exempt travelers - from 93 eligible countries
- Visa-on-arrival holders - from 31 designated countries
- All visa types - tourist, business, student, work visas
TDAC Required for All Entry Methods
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is mandatory regardless of how you enter the country
Different Traveler Categories
All foreign nationals must complete TDAC regardless of their travel purpose
- Visa-exempt tourists from 93 countries (60-day stay)
- Visa-on-arrival holders from 31 countries (15-day stay)
- Tourist visa holders with pre-approved visas
- Transit passengers who pass through immigration
- Business visa holders for meetings and conferences
- Work permit holders employed in Thailand
- Investment visa holders conducting business
- Digital nomads working remotely
- Retirement visa holders living in Thailand
- Marriage visa holders married to Thai nationals
- Student visa holders studying in Thailand
- Multiple-entry visa holders frequently traveling
Limited Exemptions from TDAC
Very few travelers are exempt from completing the Thailand Digital Arrival Card
Who is Exempt?
Only these specific categories are exempt from TDAC:
- Thai nationals - Citizens with Thai passports
- Transit passengers - Those who remain airside and don't pass through immigration
- Border Pass holders - Specific border crossing permits for certain Malaysian states
- Diplomatic personnel - With diplomatic immunity (in some cases)
When to Submit Your TDAC
Understanding the submission timeline is crucial for all eligible travelers entering Thailand.
72 Hours Before Arrival
Submit your TDAC within 3 days of your scheduled arrival date. Earlier submissions may be rejected.
Confirmation Email
Receive your QR code confirmation via email. Save this digitally and print a backup copy.
Upon Arrival
Present your TDAC confirmation along with your passport to immigration officers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about TDAC eligibility requirements
Yes, every foreign national entering Thailand needs their own TDAC, including:
- Children of all ages
- Infants and babies
- Minors traveling with parents
Parents can complete the TDAC on behalf of children under 12, but each child needs a separate submission.
Yes, all foreign nationals must complete TDAC regardless of visa type:
- Retirement visa holders
- Work permit holders
- Marriage visa holders
- Student visa holders
- Multiple-entry visa holders
The TDAC is required for each entry into Thailand, even for residents.
Failure to complete TDAC before arrival can result in:
- Entry delays at immigration checkpoints
- Potential denial of entry until TDAC is completed
- Longer processing times at the airport
- Missed connections due to delays
No, TDAC is not a visa. It's a mandatory arrival form that:
- Replaces the old paper TM6 form
- Collects travel and health information
- Must be completed in addition to having proper visa/exemption
- Is required regardless of your visa status
You still need appropriate visa authorization to enter Thailand.
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