New Entry Requirements for Thailand

Attention all travellers! We have exciting news for anyone travelling to Thailand. As of May 1st, 2025, all non-Thai nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land or sea will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online prior to their arrival. 

Wave goodbye to long queues at border patrol! This new online form will help to expedite the entry process, making it a more seamless and relaxing experience when arriving in Thailand. 

What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)? 

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card, otherwise known as the TDAC, is a mandatory online form for all non-Thai nationals seeking to enter Thailand. It must be completed on the TDAC website within 72 hours of your scheduled arrival. This has replaced the traditional paper-based arrival card (TM6), allowing for a more efficient entry experience.

How to Apply for the TDAC 

The card must be completed on the official TDAC website. You will be asked to provide your personal details, passport information, travel and accommodation details, and a health declaration as part of the submission requirements. Please ensure that you have all this information at hand before completing your request. 

After submitting your TDAC application, you will receive a confirmation email or a QR code that you must present to immigration officials upon arrival. 

Is the TM6 still required in Thailand? 

No, the paper-based arrival card (TM6) will now be replaced with the Thailand Digital Arrival Card. 

Passport Requirements for Thailand 

Your passport’s expiration date must be at least 6 months after the date of your arrival and have a minimum of one blank page for you to enter Thailand. Please ensure that your passport meet these requirements before travelling to Thailand, otherwise you risk being denied entry. 

Visa Requirements for Thailand 

You can visit Thailand for a maximum of 60 days for the purpose of leisure. If you wish to extend your stay, this visa category can be extended for another 30 days. For those who are travelling to Thailand for work or study, you must apply for a visa before you travel.

New E-Ticket System for Thailand Marine Parks 

There is more exciting news coming in October! The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) have announced the launch of a new e-ticket system at 6 marine national parks in Thailand. This will commence on October 15th, when the tourist season gets underway. 

The initiative is set to increase park revenue by 10% and prevent any corruption of entrance fees. If successful, this e-ticket system will later be expanded to the ten most popular national parks in Thailand. 

The 6 national marine parks where the e-ticket system will be introduced are: 

• Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi (Krabi) 
• Ao Phang Nga (Phangnga) 
• Than Bok Khorani (Krabi) 
• Mu Ko Similan (Phangnga) 
• Mu Ko Surin (Phangnga) 
• Mu Ko Lanta (Krabi) 

Book Your Ferry Tickets to Thailand 

With these two introductions in place, there has never been a better time to visit Thailand. Book your ferry to Thailand now and get through border patrol quickly and efficiently with TDAC. If you have enough time, you should book a visit to one of these national parks for an unforgettable adventure.