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Thailand to Launch New Digital Arrival Card

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Starting 1 May, Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports will introduce the digital arrival card (TDAC), also known as the “TM.6 online” system, for all foreign passport holders, replacing the traditional paper form.

The digital arrival card aims to streamline the arrival process as well as enhance the country’s security by tracking tourists during their stay in Thailand amid security concerns.

Under the new system, travelers will be required to submit personal and travel details online prior to their arrival in Thailand, including essential information such as passport data and the address of their intended stay. The system applies to all non-Thai passport holders whether arriving by air, land, or sea.

This interconnectedness also extends to Thailand’s E-Visa system, disease screening processes, and tourist fee collection mechanisms, promising a cohesive and efficient experience. 

Informational resources promoting the TDAC system will be available in five languages: English, Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Japanese.

“Tourists wondering whether they can board a flight or enter Thailand without submitting the TDAC in advance need not worry,” said an officer from the Immigration Bureau of the Royal Thai Police.

“Upon arrival, immigration authorities will be available to guide them through the process.”

However, the official confirmed that travelers must complete this digital form for every visit to Thailand.

Thailand canceled the requirement for foreign tourists to submit the paper-based TM6 forms in July 2022 to boost tourism by easing congestion at immigration checkpoints.

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