How to Submit Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Online

Planning a trip to Thailand? Before you go to immigration, you must fill out the Thailand Arrival Card (TM6). Don't worry, it's not a visa and it's really simple to do! Singaporeans have visa-free entry for up to 30 days, therefore this is simply part of the arriving process.

What is Thailand Arrival Card (TDAC)?

The Thailand Arrival Card, also known as the TM6 form, is a simple immigration document that all foreign visitors—including Singaporeans—need to complete when entering Thailand. It’s not a visa, but a basic requirement used by Thai immigration to record your entry and exit. The form asks for straightforward details like your name, passport number, flight information, and where you’ll be staying in Thailand.

Most airlines will hand it out during the flight, or you can pick one up upon arrival at the airport. After filling it in, you’ll present it along with your passport at immigration.

🛃 Why should Singaporean travellers care?

Many Singaporeans treat Thailand like a weekend getaway — but skipping the TDAC could mean delays or denied boarding. Don’t risk getting stuck at Changi or delayed in Bangkok!

So here’s why you should care:

✅ Guaranteed smooth check-in at Changi
✅ Faster clearance at Thai immigration
✅ Avoid last-minute panic filling forms at the airport
✅ No need to scramble for Wi-Fi or hotel address after landing
✅ Peace of mind before you even board your flight

🛃 Who Needs to Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

Source: Thailand Digital Arrival Card Official Website

• All foreign nationals entering Thailand, regardless of citizenship or residency status.
• This includes:
• • Tourists (including those using visa‑exemption programs)
  • Business travellers
  • Long-term visa holders and returning expatriates.
• It applies to entries by air, land, or seaports of entry.

🚫 Exceptions:

• Transit passengers who do not pass through immigration control (i.e. remain in the international transit area).
• Border Pass holders entering via special land border crossings under permitted schemes.

📝 Additional Notes

• Every single traveller must complete a TDAC—even infants and children. However, if you travel in a group (up to 10 people), you can submit one group TDAC application.
• The TDAC is not a visa. Even visa‑exempt travellers must complete it before entry

✅ Summary Table

📝 How to Fill Out the Thailand Arrival Card (TDAC)

✍️ Step 1: Wait for the right window

You can only submit the TDAC form within 72 hours (3 days) before your arrival in Thailand—no earlier.

✍️ Step 2: Use the official website only

Go to https://tdac.immigration.go.th/, click the “Arrival Card” button for individual or group submissions (up to 10 people)

✍️ Step 3: Gather required information in advance

• Personal: passport number, full name (as shown in passport), DOB, nationality, occupation, gender, contact number

• Travel: arrival date, mode of travel (air, land, sea), flight or vehicle number, country of embarkation, departure date (optional)

• Accommodation: full address in Thailand—province, district, sub-district, postal code, street; or hotel name + city

• Health: travel history over past 14 days, any symptoms, and Yellow Fever vaccination if required

Note: Use exactly the spelling and transliteration from your passport’s MRZ line—no special characters or accents

✍️ Step 4: Submit each traveller’s details

You can do an individual or group submission (up to 10 people). For group submission, you add each traveller sequentially in the form.

✍️ Step 5: Review and confirm your details

Review each section, correct errors before finalising. Once submitted, you cannot edit personal identity fields like name, DOB, or nationality—only minor updates are allowed before arrival..

✍️ Step 6: Enter email and submit

Provide your email address to receive the confirmation QR code—there is no fee for submission.

✍️ Step 7: Save or print your confirmation

After submission, either download the PDF or print/email the QR code for presentation at Thailand immigration.

📂 Other Required Documents for Entry to Thailand

🛂 1. Valid Passport

✅ Must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date.
✅ Should be in good condition — no tears, water damage, or missing pages.
🔍 Heads up: Thai immigration can be strict. A worn-out or damaged passport may lead to denied entry, so always double-check before you fly.

🎟️ 2. Return or Onward Ticket

✅ Be prepared to show proof of when and how you’re leaving Thailand.
✅ Have a copy of your return flight — digital on your phone or a printed version works.
✅ If heading to another country after Thailand, bring proof of that journey too.
✈️ Note: Flying in with a one-way ticket? Be ready to explain your travel plans — sometimes immigration officers will ask.

🛃 3. Visa (If Required)

✅ Filipino travelers can enjoy visa-free entry for up to 30 days for tourism.
✅ If your nationality requires a visa, make sure it’s approved and printed before your trip.
📝 Pro tip: Not sure if you need a visa? Always check the official Thai immigration website before flying.

📄 4. Thailand Arrival Card (TM6 or TDAC)

✅ You’ll need to complete the TDAC online within 72 hours before arrival.
✅ The old TM6 paper form is no longer used — it’s all digital now.
✅ Once submitted, you’ll get a QR code. Show this at immigration and you’re good to go!
💡 Keep it handy (on your phone or printed) — some airlines check it before boarding.

🧳 Tips for a Smooth Arrival in Thailand

✅ 1. Fill Out the Thailand Arrival Card (TDAC) Early

Don’t wait until the last minute — complete the TDAC online within 72 hours before your flight. It only takes a few minutes.

📝 You’ll need:

• Passport info
• Flight number
• Hotel name and full address

📌 Real tip: Double-check your email for the QR code confirmation — save a copy on your phone or print it out.

📲 2. Keep the TDAC QR Code Handy

Once submitted, you’ll receive a QR code via email. You’ll need to show this at immigration — sometimes even at airline check-in.

📌 Real tip: Save it to your photo gallery, email, and cloud drive — just in case Wi-Fi fails at the airport.

🏨 3. Know Your Hotel and Trip Plan

Immigration might ask simple questions like where you're staying or why you're visiting. Have a clear answer ready:

📍 Hotel name + address
🗓️ Duration of stay + reason for travel

🗣️ Example: “I’m staying at The Quarter Ari for 5 days, just on vacation.”

📱 4. Save Travel Details on Your Phone

Have all your essentials easily accessible — no digging through emails at the counter.

✅ Flight ticket
✅ Hotel booking
✅ Passport photo (for emergencies)
✅ Emergency contacts

📌 Tip: Screenshot all of them and store in an album for offline use.

🧘 5. Stay Calm, Be Polite & Arrive Early

Thai immigration is efficient but firm — being respectful goes a long way.

🕐 Arrive at the airport 3 hours before your flight
😊 Be polite and answer questions clearly
📂 Keep all documents in one pouch to avoid delays

✈️Ready for Your Trip to Thailand?

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a small but essential step for a smooth entry into Thailand. Whether you're travelling for a short getaway or a longer stay, completing the TDAC ahead of time helps you avoid last-minute stress, speed up your immigration process, and ensure a hassle-free start to your trip. Fill it out early, keep your QR code ready, and you’ll be all set to enjoy your Thailand adventure.