Thailand Digital Arrival Card for French citizens: How to get it done before you fly

Whether you're exploring the temples of Chiang Mai, heading to the beaches in Krabi, or flying in for a quick work trip, French travelers need to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before entering the country.

We help you avoid confusing government portals, so your arrival starts with peace of mind.

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 basic details about your identity, trip, and stay.

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

Thailand Digital Arrival Card requirements for French travelers

1. A valid French 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 French citizen

What French travelers should know before submitting the TDAC

Once your TDAC is submitted, you can still update most of the information, such as your arrival date or hotel address, if your plans change. However, you won’t be able to edit your full name, passport number, nationality, or date of birth. If these need correction, you’ll have to submit a new form.

Why apply for the TDAC with us

We’re not the Thai government. We’re a private visa service provider that’s helped travelers apply for visas and immigration forms for over a decade. Since 2013, over 1 million people from 180+ countries have chosen us to simplify their travel paperwork.

Government systems can be clunky; some users report browser crashes, strange form errors, or lack of support. We’ve designed our form to work on any device, with multilingual support and guidance available every step of the way.

We’ve also earned over 20,000 verified 5-star reviews on Trustpilot from real travelers who needed a faster, simpler way to prep for their trip.

“Honestly, I wasn’t sure if I needed this form at first. But applying with iVisa made it easy. The instructions were clear, and I had the confirmation in minutes.” — Camille D, France

Thailand Digital Arrival Card FAQs

1. Do French citizens need the Thailand Digital Arrival Card?

Yes. All travelers, including those from France, must complete the TDAC before entering Thailand. It replaces the former TM6 arrival form.

2. What if I’m arriving in Thailand from a Schengen country?

Even if your flight originates in a Schengen country, you must still complete the TDAC if your passport is French.

3. Can I fill out the TDAC in French?

The official form is in English, but if you apply with us, you can access instructions and customer support in 14+ languages, including French.

4. Is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card the same as a visa?

No. The TDAC is an immigration entry form, not a visa. Depending on your nationality and the purpose of your visit, you may still need a visa to enter Thailand.

5. Can I use the same TDAC if I leave and re-enter Thailand?

No. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is valid for a single entry only. You’ll need to fill out a new one for each entry.

6. Is a Thai visa still required for French travelers?

French citizens don’t need a visa for short tourist stays (up to 30 days), but that can change depending on your trip purpose. The TDAC is required regardless.

7. Should I print the TDAC confirmation?

You don’t have to, but it’s smart to carry a printed copy just in case your phone runs into connection issues at immigration.

Still have questions?

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