Official site for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card
tdac.immigration.go.th — government cost: free.
This page is an independent guide; we don't submit forms or take payments. Check the address bar matches tdac.immigration.go.th exactly before entering passport details.
Why so many people pay by mistake
Fake and fee-charging TDAC sites have existed since the card launched on 1 May 2025 — Thai immigration police warned about them on launch day. In March 2026, the Immigration Bureau said around 10% of foreign arrivals had registered through fake websites not affiliated with the government.
These sites often appear near the top of search results and copy the look of the official form. Some charge a "processing fee" for a form that costs nothing; some are agencies that fill in the same free form for you and add a service charge. Either way, you're also handing your passport details to a third party.
How to tell the real site from a fake
| Official site | Warning signs of a fake |
|---|---|
Address is exactly tdac.immigration.go.th | Different address — words like "tdac", "thailand" or "arrival" in a .com, .org, .info or other domain |
Thai government domain ending in .go.th | Doesn't end in .go.th |
| Never asks for payment | Asks for a card payment, "processing", "priority" or "express" fee |
| Linked from the Immigration Bureau's site, immigration.go.th | Found through an ad or a link in a message |
The simplest rule: type tdac.immigration.go.th into your browser yourself rather than clicking search results or ads.
Already paid a fake site? What to do
- Submit a new card yourself on tdac.immigration.go.th. Don't rely on the one you paid for. It's free, and it's what immigration will see.
- Contact your bank or card provider. Tell them you paid a fraudulent site and ask about disputing the charge. If you think your card details are at risk, ask them to block the card.
- Keep evidence — the website address, receipts and screenshots.
- Report it. The Immigration Bureau has publicly warned travellers to use only the official site. Inside Thailand, reports about online fraud can be made to the Cyber Police hotline 1441; the Tourist Police can be reached on 1155.
Ready to fill in the real one?
Follow our step-by-step TDAC guide — every section explained, plus how to fix mistakes.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card free?
Yes. The TDAC is completely free on the official site, tdac.immigration.go.th. Thai officials have repeatedly said the process does not require any payment.
Why did a website charge me for the TDAC?
You were on an unofficial site. Some are lookalike scam sites; others are agencies that fill in the same free form and charge a service fee. Neither is the government.
I paid a fake TDAC site. Is my card valid?
Do not assume it is. Submit a new card yourself on tdac.immigration.go.th — it is free, and the most recent submission is the one that counts. Then contact your bank or card provider about the payment.
What is the official TDAC website address?
tdac.immigration.go.th. You can also reach it from the Immigration Bureau's main site, immigration.go.th. Thai government sites end in .go.th.
Sources
Last checked against these sources on 3 November 2026. Entry rules change, sometimes with little notice — confirm on the official site before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
- 10% of foreign arrivals used fake TDAC sites, immigration warns — Khaosod English, 29 March 2026
- Thailand warns tourists of fake arrival card websites charging fees — Khaosod English, October 2025
- Thailand warns travellers of fake digital arrival card website charging US$10 — Malay Mail, May 2025
- Ministry of Tourism and Sports news
- Official TDAC website — tdac.immigration.go.th