KUWAIT CITY, April 24: Thai Ambassador to Kuwait Ekapol Poolpipat has announced a new procedure for travelers entering Thailand effective May 1, 2025. In a press statement, Poolpipat disclosed that all travelers entering Thailand will be required to complete the Thai Digital Arrival Card TDAC) online to ensure a faster, easier, and safer entry process.

Thai Ambassador to Kuwait Ekapol Poolpipat

He said the Thai Immigration Bureau affirmed this is a fundamental change to entry procedures. “This new system will replace the traditional paper arrival card, providing a more streamlined process for all foreigners entering the country by air, land, or sea. Foreigners must complete the TDAC online at least three days before they arrive in Thailand,” he explained.

He asserted there are no changes to the visa requirements, as the implementation of the TDAC does not affect visa regulations or the visa exemption system. He then clarified that TDAC is not a visa. He reiterated that by filling out the TDAC online, travelers can expect a faster and more efficient entry experience without having to fill out traditional paper forms upon arrival.