# TDAC.info — Thailand Digital Arrival Card (Full Content)

> Independent filing service for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). Filed on 1 May 2025 the official portal at tdac.immigration.go.th replaced the TM6 paper arrival card. TDAC is mandatory for every foreign national entering Thailand by air, land, or sea.

> Last generated: 2026-06-19.

## Key facts (verified 2026-06-19)

- TDAC is mandatory for every foreign national entering Thailand; no exemptions for visa-free nationalities
- It replaced the TM6 paper arrival card on 1 May 2025
- Applies to all entry modes: air, land, sea
- Applies to all ages, including infants
- Official application window: from 72 hours before arrival in Thailand
- Cost via the official portal (tdac.immigration.go.th): FREE
- Cost via TDAC.info (assisted filing with human verification): USD 29 per traveller
- Approved card delivered as a QR code + PDF, presented at immigration

## What TDAC.info is and is NOT

- TDAC.info IS: an independent, paid filing assistant (USD 29 per traveller) with manual human verification, group filing, refund-if-rejected, and 24/7 email support.
- TDAC.info is NOT: the Thai government, a Thai embassy or consulate, a visa service, or a travel agency.
- The official, free government portal: tdac.immigration.go.th
- TDAC.info exists for travellers who want the strict 47-field form pre-validated by a human before submission, group filing for families, and a refund guarantee if the application is rejected.

## By the numbers

- Service rating: 4.9 / 5 across ~10,987 reviews
- Languages supported: 28
- Average filing time during Bangkok business hours: under 30 minutes
- Refund coverage on rejected applications: 100%
- Maximum travellers per single checkout: 6
- Earliest booking window via TDAC.info: 12 months before arrival
- Country / nationality landing pages: 28

## Service overview

- Service fee: USD 29 per traveller (one-time, not per booking)
- Group filing: up to 6 travellers in one checkout
- Booking window: up to 12 months ahead — submission auto-timed inside the official 72-hour window
- Filing speed: typically ≤30 minutes during Bangkok business hours
- Result: approved Digital Arrival Card QR + PDF delivered by email
- Payment: PayPal Card Fields, Apple Pay, Google Pay (no PayPal account required)
- Refund: full refund if rejected by Thai Immigration
- Support: support@tdac.info, plain English, 24/7 email
- Languages: 28 (en, de, fr, ar, it, es, ru, zh, no, sv, pl, nl, ja, ko, fi, he, tr, da, cs, hu, pt, ro, el, id, vi, ms, fil, hi)

## How it works

1. **Fill the simplified form** — passport details and travel plans. Our form merges the government's 47 fields into a single coherent English checkout with up to 6 travellers per submission.
2. **Manual verification by a filing officer** — a trained agent cross-checks every field against the uploaded passport (date formats, MRZ data, transliteration, address validity in Thailand).
3. **Submission to the TDAC portal** — within ~30 minutes during Bangkok business hours; auto-timed inside the 72-hour official window for far-ahead bookings.
4. **QR code delivered by email** — approved arrival card (QR + PDF) sent to the traveller; backup copy retained securely.
5. **At immigration** — present the QR at the immigration counter; eligible travellers use express lanes and skip the kiosk queue.

## Service vs official government portal

| Feature | tdac.immigration.go.th | TDAC.info |
|---|---|---|
| Application cost | Free | USD 29 per traveller |
| Manual error review | None | Trained filing officer |
| 24/7 email support | None | Yes |
| Group filing (≤6) | One application at a time | One checkout |
| Lifetime secure backup | None | Yes |
| Simplified English form | Government English / strict formats | Plain English, auto-format |
| Refund if rejected | N/A | Full refund |

The official portal is free of charge. The fee charged by TDAC.info covers the human verification, group handling, retries on rejection, refund guarantee, and 24/7 support.

## Key pages

- Home: https://tdac.info
- Application form: https://tdac.info/apply-now
- Step-by-step guide: https://tdac.info/guide
- Knowledge base: https://tdac.info/blog
- News / travel updates: https://tdac.info/news
- Thailand visa requirements 2026: https://tdac.info/thai-visa
- Visa checker (interactive): https://tdac.info/visa-check
- About / operator: https://tdac.info/about/jason-hartley
- Contact: https://tdac.info/contact
- Privacy policy: https://tdac.info/privacy-policy
- Terms & conditions: https://tdac.info/terms-conditions

## Airport arrival guides

- Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): Complete Arrival Guide 2026 — https://tdac.info/airport-bangkok-suvarnabhumi
- Phuket International Airport (HKT): Arrival Guide 2026 — https://tdac.info/airport-phuket
- Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): Arrival Guide 2026 — https://tdac.info/airport-chiang-mai
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK): Complete Arrival Guide 2026 — https://tdac.info/airport-don-mueang

## Country / nationality pages (28 total)

- United Kingdom — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-uk-citizens
- United States — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-us-citizens
- Germany — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-germans
- France — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-french
- Norway — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-norwegians
- Sweden — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-swedes
- Netherlands — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-dutch
- Japan — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-japanese
- South Korea — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-koreans
- China — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-chinese
- UAE — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-emiratis
- Saudi Arabia — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-saudis
- Russia — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-russians
- Hong Kong — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-hong-kong-citizens
- Singapore — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-singaporeans
- South Africa — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-south-africans
- New Zealand — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-new-zealanders
- Ireland — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-irish
- Belgium — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-belgians
- Austria — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-austrians
- Switzerland — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-swiss
- Philippines — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-filipinos
- Mexico — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-mexicans
- Brazil — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-brazilians
- Taiwan — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-taiwanese
- India — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-indians
- Australia — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-australians
- Canada — https://tdac.info/arrival-card-for-canadians

## Blog articles

### Thailand Ends 60-Day Visa-Free Stays (May 2026)

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-ends-60-day-visa-exemption-may-2026
Description: Cabinet voted May 19, 2026 to scrap Thailand's 60-day visa exemption. Most of the ~93 affected countries revert to 30 days. What's confirmed and pending.

### Middle East Airspace Closures: Thailand Rerouting Guide

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/middle-east-airspace-closures-thailand-rerouting-guide
Description: Middle East flights to Thailand: current airline status, rerouting options, and rebooking guide. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad updates for May 2026.

### How to Fill the TDAC Form in 2026: Step-by-Step Walkthrough

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/how-to-fill-thailand-digital-arrival-card
Description: Complete TDAC walkthrough for 2026 — what to enter for passport name, occupation (including children), arrival date format, Thai address. Avoid the format errors that delay 1 in 4 applications.

### Thailand Visa & Entry Rules 2026: The Complete Updated Guide

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-visa-immigration-rules-2026
Description: 93 visa-free countries, 60-day stays, proof of funds, TDAC requirement, DTV digital nomad visa — every 2026 update for entering Thailand. Verified against current immigration policy.

### Vaping in Thailand 2026: Laws, Fines, Jail Risk & Customs

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-customs-rules-vapes-drones-vaccines
Description: Vaping in Thailand is illegal — heavy fines and possible jail. Plus 2026 drone rules, vaccines, cannabis laws and customs allowances for tourists.

### Forgot Your TDAC? What to Do at the Thailand Airport (2026)

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/forgot-tdac-what-to-do-at-thailand-airport
Description: Forgot the Thailand Digital Arrival Card before your flight? Here's what happens at Bangkok (BKK/DMK), Phuket, and Chiang Mai airports — kiosk wait times, phone options, and how to file in 5 minutes.

### Best eSIM for Thailand 2026: Prices & Providers Compared

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/best-esim-for-thailand-2026
Description: Cheapest eSIM for Thailand 2026: airport kiosks vs 7-Eleven vs online. AIS, TrueMove H and DTAC prices, coverage in Bangkok and on the islands.

### Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): Arrival Walkthrough

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/bangkok-suvarnabhumi-airport-arrival-guide
Description: Step-by-step BKK arrival: immigration, baggage, customs, currency exchange, and how to get a taxi or train to central Bangkok.

### Thailand ETA vs TDAC 2026: What's the Difference?

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-eta-vs-digital-arrival-card
Description: TDAC and ETA are not the same, and neither is a visa. TDAC is the mandatory free digital arrival card for 2026. ETA is a separate future e-authorization.

### TDAC for Children & Infants: Thailand Family Entry Rules 2026

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-with-kids-family-entry-rules
Description: Every child and infant needs their own TDAC. Select 'Child' for occupation, family filing in one go, proof of funds for families, and entry documents for minors.

### Denied Entry to Thailand: 5 Red Flags to Avoid

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/denied-entry-thailand-red-flags
Description: From the 20,000 THB cash rule to the visa run crackdown — 5 red flags that trigger denial of entry at Thai immigration and how to avoid them.

### Thailand eVisa vs TDAC: What’s the Difference?

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-evisa-vs-tdac-difference
Description: Confused about Thailand eVisa and TDAC? Learn which one you actually need, the key differences, costs, and how to avoid filing the wrong form in 2026.

### Thailand 30 Day vs 60 Day Visa Exemption Explained

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/thailand-30-day-vs-60-day-visa-exemption
Description: Thailand doubled visa-free stays from 30 to 60 days. What changed, who qualifies, how to extend to 90 days, and the land border limits travelers miss.

### Do I Need a Visa for Thailand? Quick Check

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/do-i-need-visa-for-thailand
Description: 93 countries are visa-free, 31 get visa on arrival. Check your nationality, see your entry rules, and learn about TDAC requirements.

### TDAC Not Working? Common Errors & Fixes

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/tdac-problems-errors-how-to-fix
Description: Step-by-step fixes for TDAC errors: QR code not scanning, passport number rejected, application stuck, wrong date, and missing confirmation email.

### TDAC vs TM.6: What Replaced the Paper Card

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/tdac-vs-tm6-old-arrival-card-comparison
Description: Thailand replaced the paper TM.6 with the digital TDAC. Side-by-side comparison of what changed, what stayed the same, and what returning visitors need to know.

### TDAC Checklist: What You Need Before Filing

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/tdac-requirements-documents-checklist
Description: Gather these before starting your TDAC: passport details, flight number, Thai address, and email. Plus common mistakes that delay your application.

### TDAC for Families & Children: Filing for Minors

URL: https://tdac.info/blog/tdac-for-families-children-minors
Description: Every child needs their own TDAC — even infants. Occupation field tips, group filing for up to 6 travelers, and what to do if your child lacks a passport.

## News articles

### Cabinet Approves: Thailand Visa-Free Cut to 54 Countries, 30 Days — Awaiting Royal Gazette

URL: https://tdac.info/news/thailand-cabinet-approves-30-day-visa-exemption
Date: 2026-06-10

### Middle East Airspace Closures: Flights to Thailand Disrupted by Israel-Iran Conflict

URL: https://tdac.info/news/middle-east-airspace-closures-flights-thailand-disrupted
Date: 2026-03-25

### Thailand Considers Reducing Visa-Free Stays from 60 to 30 Days

URL: https://tdac.info/news/thailand-considers-reducing-visa-free-stays-to-30-days
Date: 2026-02-09

### New Land Border Rules: Thailand Limits Visa-Free Entries to Twice Per Year

URL: https://tdac.info/news/new-land-border-rules-limit-visa-free-entries
Date: 2026-02-07

## Frequently asked questions

### 1. Why use a paid filing service?

Your fee covers a real person reviewing every field on your form against your passport scan, filing it within 30 minutes during business hours, and refunding you if it's rejected. Most rejections happen on date format or passport-number typos that no automated system catches in time. The fee buys you a human safety net before your card reaches the queue.

### 2. How fast will I get my QR code?

During Bangkok business hours, most cards are filed within 30 minutes and the QR code arrives in your inbox within one to two hours. Filings within 24 hours of departure are prioritised. Filings seven or more days before arrival are typically submitted within the day.

### 3. Can I file for my whole family in one go?

Yes. Add up to six travellers in section 2 of the form — partner, children, parents. Each card is filed individually with Thai immigration. The fee is Per traveller in a single checkout.

### 4. What happens if my flight or arrival date changes?

Email support@tdac.info as soon as you know. We can amend the date free of charge until the card is filed; after filing, we re-file at no cost provided the new arrival is within the same trip window.

### 5. Is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card mandatory?

Yes. Since 1 May 2025, the Digital Arrival Card replaces the TM6 paper form and is mandatory for all foreign nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land, or sea. The QR code must be presented to the immigration officer; without it, airlines may deny boarding and immigration may deny entry.

### 6. When can I file my arrival card?

The official filing window opens 72 hours before your arrival. Filing earlier invalidates the card; filing too late risks denied boarding. You can book our service up to 12 months in advance — we hold your details securely and auto-time the actual submission to land inside the official window, so you don't have to remember.

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## Technical details

- Framework: Next.js 16 (App Router)
- Hosting: self-hosted Ubuntu + Docker behind nginx, fronted by Bunny CDN (NOT Vercel)
- Database: PostgreSQL 16 (Docker)
- Payment: PayPal Orders API v2, server-side verification on capture; Apple Pay + Google Pay via PayPal SDK
- Email: Brevo SMTP for transactional, including approved-application confirmation
- i18n: 28-locale dictionary in TypeScript, locale-prefixed URLs (English unprefixed)
- Sitemap: index at https://tdac.info/sitemap.xml, with sub-sitemaps for pages and content
- robots.txt at https://tdac.info/robots.txt allows full crawl; disallows /api/ and /apply-now

## Compliance

TDAC.info is an independent filing service. It is not operated by, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Royal Thai Government, the Immigration Bureau, or any Thai government body. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card can also be filed directly and free of charge at the official portal: tdac.immigration.go.th.

## Contact

- Email: support@tdac.info
- X / Twitter: @tdacinfo
- Instagram: @thailanddigitalarrivalcard
- Facebook: thailanddigitalarrivalcard

## Disambiguation

- Brand: TDAC.info
- Legal nature: independent third-party filing service
- Operator: Jason Hartley (see https://tdac.info/about/jason-hartley)
- NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH: the Thai Immigration Bureau, tdac.immigration.go.th (the official free portal), or any Thai government body
- Trademark "TDAC" refers to the Thailand Digital Arrival Card; TDAC.info is the domain of the independent filing service, not the government portal