BANGKOK — 29 March 2026, Thailand’s Immigration Bureau says at least 10% of foreign travellers entering the country have registered through fraudulent Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) websites, urging visitors to use only the official platform and stressing that the process is free of charge.
All foreign nationals travelling to Thailand are required to complete the TDAC system in advance for screening before arrival, similar to systems used in other countries such as South Korea’s K-ETA, Japan’s Visit Japan, and Singapore’s SG Arrival Card. Thailand has implemented the system since 1 May 2025.
Pol. Maj. Gen. Choengron Rimpadee, deputy commissioner and spokesperson for the Immigration Bureau, warned that some travellers had mistakenly registered through fake platforms not affiliated with the government.
He emphasised that travellers must register only via the official website at https://tdac.immigration.go.th or access it through the Immigration Bureau’s main site at www.immigration.go.th via the provided QR code or links.
Authorities recommend completing registration online at least three days in advance to allow for screening, with confirmation sent by email. This helps reduce processing time at immigration checkpoints. The registration is entirely free, with no fees required.
Officials said at least 10% of foreign arrivals had used fraudulent TDAC websites that are not connected to the Immigration Bureau and, in some cases, charge fees.
Authorities warned that registering through such fake platforms results in unnecessary costs, while submitted data does not connect to the official immigration system and may be misused, including by scammers. Some fraudulent sites also attempt to collect information under the pretext of applying for e-visas.
The Immigration Bureau said it is coordinating with relevant agencies to track and shut down fraudulent websites and pursue legal action. However, many of the sites are based overseas, complicating enforcement.
The bureau has also worked with the Department of Consular Affairs to publicise official guidance to foreign travellers since before May 2025, and has recently engaged airline representatives to ensure passengers are informed to complete TDAC registration correctly before travelling to Thailand.
