Frequently Asked Questions

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory online declaration that every foreign visitor must submit before entering Thailand. It permanently replaced the paper TM6 immigration form on 1 May 2025 and is administered by the Royal Thai Immigration Bureau. The form collects passport details, flight information, accommodation address and a health declaration.

Yes. Every foreign national arriving in Thailand by air, land or sea must submit the TDAC before arrival. There are no exemptions based on nationality, visa type or length of stay. Even infants must have their own TDAC.

The application window opens 72 hours (3 days) before your scheduled arrival in Thailand. You cannot file earlier than that. We recommend filing at least 24 hours in advance to allow time to fix any errors.

Most applications are processed within minutes. Complex cases (incomplete information, mismatched passport details) can take up to 24–48 hours. Our service typically delivers same-day confirmation.

No. The TDAC is an arrival declaration, not a visa. Citizens of visa-exempt countries (India, UK, USA, EU nations, Australia and most others) can enter Thailand without a visa for tourism, but they still need the TDAC. Travellers who need a visa must obtain it separately, in addition to the TDAC.

You'll need: a passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival, your flight or transport details, your accommodation address in Thailand, and a clear photo or scan of your passport bio page. Our form walks you through every step.

No, each traveller — including children and infants — needs their own TDAC linked to their individual passport. Our service can process multiple family members in a single order at a discounted rate.

You don't have to — the QR-coded confirmation on your phone is sufficient — but a printed copy is a smart backup in case your phone dies or there's no signal at the airport.

You can update your TDAC up to 24 hours before arrival. If you used our service, simply contact our support team and we'll handle the changes for you at no extra cost.

You'll be directed to a kiosk or counter to file it on the spot, which can result in long delays. Travellers who cannot complete the TDAC at the airport may, in some cases, be refused entry. Always file it before you fly.

No. We are an independent private travel agency, not affiliated with the Government of Thailand or any official department. The official portal is free to use directly. We charge a transparent service fee for assisted preparation, expert review, faster handling and dedicated customer support.

The official portal is free but the user experience is confusing for first-timers, support is non-existent, and a single typo can mean a long airport delay. We offer: a guided smart form, expert human review of every application, same-day processing, 24/7 chat and email support, and full responsibility for fixing any mistakes.

The Royal Thai Immigration Bureau does not charge a government fee for the TDAC itself. Our service fee is a flat ₹1,000 per applicant — see our fees page for full details.

We accept all major international credit and debit cards, UPI, net banking and digital wallets via the secure Razorpay payment gateway. All payments are processed over encrypted connections.

Yes. We use bank-grade SSL encryption, store data only as long as needed to process your application, and never share information with third parties except as required to file the TDAC with the Thai government. See our privacy policy.

If we have not yet started processing your TDAC, you are eligible for a 95% refund (the 5% covers non-refundable payment gateway fees). Once processing has begun, refunds may not be possible due to the digital nature of the service. See our full refund policy.

Email support@thailand-card-tdac.org, use the live chat widget on every page, or visit our contact page.

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of 93+ countries (including the UK, USA, India, EU nations, Australia and most of Asia) can visit Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days. Some nationalities can get a visa on arrival; others must apply for a visa in advance. See our visa requirements guide.

10–14 days is comfortable for a first trip, letting you see Bangkok plus one beach destination (Phuket, Krabi or Samui) and optionally Chiang Mai. Two weeks is the sweet spot. The 60-day visa-free entry leaves plenty of room to slow down.

November to April is dry season across most of the country. The Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi) is best November–April. The Gulf coast (Samui, Phangan) is best January–September. Avoid Chiang Mai in March–April due to burning season air quality.

Thailand is generally very safe — millions of tourists visit annually without incident. The main risks are road accidents (especially motorbike rentals), petty scams at tourist sites, and food/water hygiene if you're not careful. Take normal precautions and you'll be fine.

The Thai baht (THB). As of early 2026, 1 USD = approximately 35 baht. ATMs are widely available but charge a 220-baht foreign-card fee per withdrawal, so take out larger amounts at once.