Thailand Digital Arrival Card for Chinese citizens: Fill it out online the right way

If you're a Chinese citizen traveling to Thailand, you must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before departure. This is a required document for all international arrivals, whether you’re visiting for vacation, business, or family reasons.

We make the process easier by offering a cleaner, faster application with no confusing questions or technical bugs.

What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)?

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is a mandatory digital immigration form that has replaced the former TM6 paper card. It collects your travel and personal details and must be completed before entering Thailand.

Once submitted, your TDAC is valid for a single entry and will be sent to your email. You’ll need to show it at immigration when you arrive in Thailand.

Thailand Digital Arrival Card requirements for Chinese travelers

1. A valid Chinese passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date. Be careful to enter your passport number exactly as it appears.

2. Personal details: Your full name, nationality, phone number, and email address.

3. Travel plans: This includes your arrival and departure dates, how you’re entering Thailand (such as by plane or car), your flight or vehicle number, and your reason for travel.

4. Accommodation in Thailand: You must provide the full address of where you’ll be staying. This can be a hotel, apartment, or guesthouse.

5. Health declarations (if needed): Depending on where you’ve been before arriving in Thailand, you may be asked to show proof of certain vaccinations, such as yellow fever.

How to apply for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card as a Chinese traveler

What Chinese travelers should know before submitting the TDAC

You can update specific details after submitting your TDAC, such as your arrival date or accommodation. But if there’s an error in your name, passport number, nationality, or date of birth, you’ll need to submit a new form. These fields cannot be changed once submitted.

Why apply for the TDAC with us

We’re not the Thai government; we’re a private visa service provider with over 10 years of experience helping travelers get entry forms and visas done the easy way.

Government portals can sometimes crash, misread characters, or simply freeze midway through. We’ve helped thousands of travelers avoid that stress by offering a form that’s faster, easier, and works every time.

We process thousands of applications per week, and most are completed in under 20 minutes. Travelers choose us when they want clear instructions, reliable support, and no system glitches.

“I was worried I’d mess something up because I wasn’t sure how strict the new rules were. But using iVisa made the process clear and quick. I got my document with no issues.” — Meilin Z., China

Thailand Digital Arrival Card FAQs

1. Do Chinese travelers need the Thailand Digital Arrival Card?

Yes. The TDAC is mandatory for all foreign nationals, including Chinese passport holders, regardless of how you enter Thailand.

2. Do Chinese citizens need a visa to visit Thailand?

As of 2024, Chinese travelers benefit from a visa waiver for short-term tourist visits. But the TDAC must still be completed before arrival.

3. Can I apply for the TDAC on my phone?

Yes. All you’ve got to do is download the iVisa app, which works smoothly on any device.

4. Should I print my TDAC?

Not usually. A digital copy on your phone is fine, but many travelers bring a printed version just in case of connectivity issues.

5. When should I apply for the TDAC?

You can complete the TDAC as early as 72 hours before arriving in Thailand. Don’t leave it until the last minute.

Still have questions?

Our customer support team is available to answer your questions about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card or traveling to Thailand in general. Contact us anytime via WhatsApp or iVisa chat.