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Key Points

  • Implementation Date: Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign visitors to Thailand must complete a digital arrival card (TM6 form) before entry.
  • Applicability: This requirement applies to all travelers, including those from visa-exempt countries, arriving by air, land, or sea.
  • Purpose: The digital TM6 form aims to streamline the arrival process, enhance safety measures, and improve data accuracy for incoming travelers.

Overview

Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has announced that effective May 1, 2025, all foreign visitors must complete a digital arrival card, the TM6 form, before entering the country. This mandate applies to travelers from visa-exempt and visa-required countries, regardless of their mode of entry—air, land, or sea.

Details of the Digital TM6 Form:

  • Information Required: Travelers must provide personal and travel details, including passport information and the address of their stay in Thailand.
  • Submission Process: The form must be completed online before arrival in Thailand.
  • Cost: The digital TM6 form is free of charge.

Background:

The traditional paper-based TM6 arrival cards were temporarily suspended in 2022 to reduce congestion at immigration checkpoints and improve the travel experience. The reintroduction of the TM6 in a digital format aims to streamline the arrival process further, enhance safety measures, and align with Thailand’s broader goals of promoting sustainable tourism and improving traveler confidence.

Looking Ahead

For Travelers:

  • Preparation: Ensure the digital TM6 form is completed online before departing for Thailand to avoid entry delays.
  • Stay Informed: Regularly check official Thai government websites or consult with airlines for the latest entry requirements and procedures.

Implementing the digital TM6 form reflects Thailand’s commitment to modernizing its immigration processes and enhancing travelers’ safety and convenience. By staying informed and prepared, travelers can look forward to a smoother entry experience into the “Land of Smiles.”

Source: Royal Thai Government & The Nation Thailand

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