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New Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) starting from May 1st, 2025

Starting May 1st, 2025, all foreign nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) electronically three days before arrival.

Completion of the TDAC will be mandatory for all foreign passport holders, including tourists, business travelers, and long-term residents. Exceptions apply only to travelers transiting or transferring through Thailand without passing through immigration control and to those entering using a Border Pass.

To register the TDAC, travelers should visit the Thailand Immigration Bureau’s official website: https://tdac.immigration.go.th or scan the QR code.

STEP Enrollment

If you are planning on traveling to Thailand, make sure to first review the updated Country Specific Information at the Department of State’s Website and register your travel via the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive the latest American Citizen Services updates, including announcements of any service changes.