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Malay Essential Requirements for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TM6)
Complete guide to all necessary requirements for your TDAC submission
What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)?
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory electronic form that all foreign nationals must complete before entering Thailand. This digital system replaces the traditional paper TM6 form and has been implemented starting May 1, 2025.
The TDAC streamlines the immigration process by allowing travelers to submit their information online prior to arrival, whether entering by air, land, or sea. This digital approach enhances efficiency at immigration checkpoints and improves border security.
Key benefits of the TDAC system:
- Faster immigration processing upon arrival
- Reduced paperwork and administrative burden
- Enhanced data accuracy and security
- Improved tracking capabilities for public health purposes
- Environmentally friendly approach
Who Must Complete the TDAC?
Understanding the mandatory requirements for different types of travelers
All Foreign Nationals
Every non-Thai citizen entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the TDAC
All Entry Methods
Required regardless of arrival method - air, land borders, or sea ports
All Visa Types
Mandatory for tourists, business travelers, and long-term residents
Limited Exceptions
Only transit passengers and Border Pass holders are exempt
Required Information for TDAC Submission
Comprehensive list of information needed for your application
- Family name (surname as shown on passport)
- First name and middle name if applicable
- Passport number (must be valid for at least 6 months)
- Nationality/citizenship
- Date of birth
- Gender and occupation
- Country of residence
- City/state of residence
- Phone number and email address
- Visa number (if applicable)
- Arrival date in Thailand
- Country of boarding (departure country)
- Purpose of travel (tourism, business, etc.)
- Mode of transport and flight/vehicle number
- Departure date (if known)
- Type of accommodation (hotel, private residence, etc.)
- Province and district/area
- Sub-district and postal code (if known)
- Complete address in Thailand
- Contact information of accommodation
Health Declaration Requirements
As part of the TDAC submission, travelers must complete a comprehensive health declaration to ensure public health safety and compliance with Thailand's health regulations.
Required Health Information:
- Countries visited within the two weeks prior to arrival
- Symptoms experienced in the past two weeks (fever, cough, diarrhea, etc.)
- Yellow Fever vaccination status (if applicable)
- Vaccination date and certificate details
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirements
Essential information for travelers from affected countries
Countries Requiring Yellow Fever Certificate
Travelers from or through the following countries must provide proof of Yellow Fever vaccination:
African Countries:
- Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso
- Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic
- Chad, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire
- Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon
- Gambia, Ghana, Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia
- Mali, Mauritania, Niger
- Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal
- Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan
- Tanzania, Togo, Uganda
South American Countries:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil
- Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana
- Guyana, Paraguay, Peru
- Suriname, Venezuela
Central America & Caribbean:
- Panama
- Trinidad and Tobago
TDAC Submission Timeline and Process
Important deadlines and submission guidelines
When to Submit Your TDAC
- Within 72 hours (3 days) prior to arrival
- Including the arrival date in the timeframe
- No earlier than 3 days before travel
- Recommended: Submit as early as possible within the window
How to Access the TDAC System
- Official website: tdac.immigration.go.th
- Individual submission for solo travelers
- Group submission for families/groups
- Multiple languages supported
Benefits of the Digital System
- Faster immigration processing upon arrival
- Reduced paperwork and administrative burden
- Ability to update information before travel
- Enhanced data accuracy and security
- Improved tracking capabilities for public health
- Environmentally friendly approach
- Integration with other systems for smoother travel
Important Limitations and Restrictions
- Key information cannot be updated after submission (name, passport number, nationality, date of birth)
- All information must be in English only
- Internet connectivity required to complete the form
- System may experience high traffic during peak travel seasons
- 72-hour submission window must be strictly followed
Frequently Asked Questions About TDAC Requirements
Common questions about Thailand Digital Arrival Card requirements
Yes, the Thailand Digital Arrival Card is completely free of charge. There are no fees associated with completing or submitting the TDAC through the official government website.
Warning: Be cautious of third-party websites that may charge fees for TDAC submission, as these are not official and may be scams.
Most information can be updated before travel, but certain key details cannot be changed after submission:
- Full name (as shown on passport)
- Passport number
- Nationality/citizenship
- Date of birth
If you need to change these details, you must submit a new TDAC application.
Failure to complete the TDAC before arrival may result in:
- Delays at immigration upon arrival
- Potential denial of entry until the form is completed
- Longer processing times at the border
It is crucial to complete the TDAC within the required timeframe to ensure a smooth entry into Thailand.
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