Thailand Digital Arrival Card for Japanese travelers: how to complete it before your flight

Thailand is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese travelers. Whether you're exploring temples, trying local cuisine, or heading south for beach time, there’s one step you’ll need to take before you arrive: completing the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC).

We’ve made it easier to get this done properly. Our application platform removes confusion and helps you avoid mistakes that could hold you up at immigration.

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 Japanese travelers

1. A valid Japanese 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 Japanese traveler

What Japanese 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 that’s been helping international travelers since 2013. Over 1 million people from more than 180 countries have used our platform to apply for entry forms and visas without the confusion that often comes with official sites.

If you need help, our customer support is available in Japanese and several other languages, so you're not left guessing or trying to translate technical terms. Travelers from Japan choose us because we help them feel confident that everything is done right the first time.

“Everything was explained clearly, even in Japanese. I got my form back fast and didn’t have to worry about anything at the airport.” — Aiko N, Japan

Thailand Digital Arrival Card FAQs

1. Do Japanese citizens need to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card?

Yes. The TDAC is required for all non-Thai nationals entering the country, including Japanese travelers.

2. Is a visa needed to enter Thailand from Japan?

Not for stays of up to 30 days for tourism purposes. But the TDAC is still required for entry.

3. Can I use the TDAC for more than one trip?

No. The TDAC is valid for a single entry. You’ll need to submit a new one for each visit to Thailand.

4. Is applying with iVisa secure?

Yes. We use secure data encryption, and we comply with global privacy regulations including GDPR and CCPA. Your personal data is never sold or shared.

5. What if I lose internet access at the airport?

Save a copy of your TDAC on your phone or print it in advance to avoid any issues during immigration checks.

6. Do I need a TDAC if I’m entering from another Southeast Asian country?

Yes. The TDAC is required no matter where you’re arriving from, even if you're coming from a nearby country.

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.