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Will the TM6 form need to be submitted online starting May 1st, 2025?

Jan 29, 2025
24 days ago
Steve ******
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Is it true, starting May 1st we must do a form TM6 online for entry?, thanks
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TLDR : Answer Summary
Starting May 1, 2025, Thailand plans to introduce a digital version of the TM6 immigration form that travelers must complete online prior to entry. Although some sources indicate that this change aims to streamline the entry process and enhance tracking of tourists, there have been mixed responses about its implementation, with some community members expressing skepticism about its approval and effectiveness. Many are concerned about accessibility for those without smartphones or computers, and ongoing discussions in the community reflect uncertainty until the policy is officially confirmed.
Ari **********
AI: ”As of now, there is no official information indicating that travelers will be required to complete the TM6 immigration form online starting May 1, 2025. The TM6 form, also known as the arrival/departure card, was permanently discontinued for air travelers in July 2022. For land and sea entries, the requirement to fill out the TM6 form has been suspended until April 30, 2025. 

It’s advisable to stay updated through official channels, such as the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Newsroom, for any future announcements regarding entry requirements.”
Hans *************
the date is never sure in Thailand.... keep cool...
Ant ***********
Possibly
George *******
If you can download it and fill it out while you have an internet connection and save it to your device, so it can be scanned by immigration, all well and good, but what about if it can only be accessed online and you don't have roaming on your SIM card and will buy a local SIM once you've passed through immigration. 🤔 🧐
Mark ********
@George ******
I think you will find as in many airports in the world there is free wifi.
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George *******
Question please. If this TM 6 is digital then you'd need to fill it in online. So I presume you will be able to download it while in your home country and fill in the details before you leave because if you don't pay for roaming, plus lack of internet signal in an aircraft how would you be able to download it after leaving your country? No sarcastic replies please.
Mark ********
@George ******
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Mark ********
It used to be a card you filled out,i can't believe the amount of dumbasses saying dumb shit about something so simple... The world is full of idiots thinking everything is a conspiracy and the want to track you everywhere. Heres a clue,Thailand has a huge of cameras everywhere and facial recognition technology works here. And your worried about a landing card😂😂😂
George *******
@Mark *******
With respect Mark, I don't think that it's people worrying about it so much, more people, unless you've travelled to Thailand a lot previously, they don't understand what it is for.
Mark ********
@George ******
With respect none of the details give anything away. The main reason is to be able to contact people and be aware if they have overstayed,this may be for safety reasons in some cases. People do go missing. People act like a phone number and email is giving away their life yet they probably fill them in online on a daily basis. Its just a general survey,doesn't seem to have really changed since the time you had to fill them out before you landed. They have these in many countries. I will change my statement to Dumbass,uneducated,untravelled, conspiracy theorists. If you have something to hide thats on that form you probably shouldn't be coming to Thailand anyway.
George *******
Or the reason for it.
Henrik *****
Maybe, maybe not.

Those things have to be approved by Parlament and be publiced in the Royal Gazette before it can come into force, and yet you wont be sure until the day it is starting.

Several Thai media are much to eager to rumour things like that, as soon as somebody got the idea, but long before it is presented to Parlament, that’s the way media gets attention, clicks on their website and sometimes new subscribers, but most of the time it is rumours, tha will never come into force.

Do everybody the a favor, don’t trust and don’t spread the rumours, it create confusion and uncertainty for a lot of people.

Always check the Thai Embassy website several times in the last month before traveling, that kind of new rules would be found there when it is reality.
Peter *****
Why dont they just stick trackers on us Feel like i am not wanted
William ******
@Peter ****
exactly my feelings, they want our money but not us.

So much confusion regarding so many types of Visas, endless different conflicting opinions.

So damn tiresome.

Like most other things in this modern world, everything made as complicated as possible.
Mark ********
@Peter ****
And the award for the dumbest response today goes to you😂
Peter *****
@Mark *******
they just want your money then to f..ck off
Mark ********
@Peter ****
With an attitude like that its pretty obvious why...
Wendy ********
My question is how do you track a tourist aren’t you touring the country hmmm. Some don’t stay in the same place for more than a couple of days. Backpackers for example!!!
Bill ********
No...
Will ************
If it goes the way I think it will then you submit your arrival flight. , passport number, visa number/type , re entry permit and address you are going to live at in Thailand. You should then be able to update your address every time you change accommodation.
Alessandro **********
If I had to make a bet I would say 90%
Erick ********
Brother - it’s Thailand. Relax. We will know on May 1. Either way it will be ok.
Vinson *******
According to

The info from the airline in the boarding area in Tokyo, they had a QR code to scan for online registration and instructed people to download it
MsDe ******
@Vinson ******
Hi 👋🏽 do you know if we can get a link to fill out the TM6 before going to the airport?
Vinson *******
@MsDe *****
google: “TM6” links will pop up
Jussy ********
Starting May 1st, 2025, Thailand will indeed introduce a digital version of the TM6 arrival card, which must be filled out online before entering the country ¹. This new system aims to streamline the entry process and improve tracking of tourists.

The digital TM6 form will require travelers to provide personal details, travel information, and accommodation details. You'll need to submit this information online before your trip, and it's essential to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.

It's worth noting that the current paper-based TM6 form has been suspended temporarily, but with the introduction of the digital version, this requirement will be reinstated ¹.

You should also consider reading a book or two before your travel I'd recommend a book Thailand Unveiled 2024-2025 by James Anderson on Amazon..it has all the info and recommendations you need..you should check it out. A very good companion
MsDe ******
@Jussy *******
Hi did they say where the link might be to fill out our information online yet?
Billy ********
I would rather do it online than on the plane to be honest. I usually mess up the first couple I try to fill in on the plane. lol
Benny ***********
How about people dont has iPhone or conputer ???
Wayne *****
@Benny **********
You will have to use your slate and chalk 🤔
Mark ********
Android will work fine👍
Brenda *********
@Benny **********
go to the library
Jim ********
@Benny **********
Maybe it's time for them to get with it! Or stay at home ,😂
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Benny **********
Sorry to say, difficult life for them these days.
Chuck **********
Yes
Nongnuch ********
it is not official yet, it is not clear whether the digital TM6 will really come. All of this still has to be clarified at a meeting on February 26th. As long as it is not published in the Royal Gazette, it is and will remain a declaration of intent, a wishful thinking. And how often have the Thais announced something and then it has come to nothing? Well, let's wait and see
Bob **********
Not yet,check in May could never happen
Frankie *******
In Singapore to do it online 3 days before entry.n get a response within 5 minutes
Chris *********************
Just my thoughts, I don't think it will be approved.

The amount of tourists coming to Thailand with or without a visa would overload the system, and I think the government will see that.
Mam ************
@Chris ********************
better than stacks of paper with terrible handwriting
Filippo *********
Hopefully it’s the first step for automatic gate at arrival…
Anthony ******
@Filippo ********
they will still need to stamp your passport coming in. Going out automatic gate is fine.
Bob **********
@Anthony *****
no they won’t
Filippo *********
@Anthony *****
why? Hopefully in the future it won’t be needed. Indonesia doesn’t do it anymore since months…
Graham ******
@Anthony *****
why, it will be logged?
Willem ****
Not yet approved. Subject for discussion in the cabinet next week.
Chuck **********
@Willem ***
approved 2 days ago!
Graham ******
@Chuck *********
So no link as suspected
Chuck **********
Thaiger,Pattaya news, royal gazette , gazette is official site!
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Chuck *********
Link please
Chuck **********
@Steve *****
idiot. Steve
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Chuck *********
Link please.
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Chuck *********
Link please?
Willem ****
Jim ********
Maybe, maybe not. It's three months away.
Steve ****
Yes. Maybe. No. Possibly. I think so. I’m not sure.

Welcome to Thailand
David *******
To help them track foreigners!!!

So the 90 day report don’t do that ???
Alessandro **********
@David ******
nope it doesn't lol. You forgot TM30! 😂
Jim ********
@David ******
How will the TM6 track foreigners? ,😂😂😂
David *******
@Jim *******
Exactly Jim

Somethings they suggest or do are simply unbelievable
Lynnette *******
@David ******
Just same as UK for USA travellers, they have to fill in an online ETA to enter.
Larry ********
So just like entering Singapore.
Tapsa *********
if the wind direction is favorable 👍
Chris **********
Online, I believe. 🤔
David *******
David *******
@Chris *********
More than likely handed out on board plane before landing
Bob *********
@David ******
used to have to complete arrival card before landing yrs ago anyways im assuming they are introducing an updated e version
David *******
@Bob ********
Agree Bob
Nigel **************
@David ******
this new one is online
Chris **********
David *******
@Jim *******
Its a paper version 2 sided both sides to be completed

Also you gotta love the question on back

“How much funds do you have want tax eh
Jim ********
@David ******
You're obviously not aware that those forms were suspended in June 2022. Keep up 😂
David *******
@Jim *******
Let me think

I’ve only been coming 24 years

Now you’ve got your response what would you like kept up

Perhaps you should do some research

I already told you it was a NEW post by the thai embassy yesterday

Now then

Go get your Prozac you’ll be fine afterwards
Jim ********
@David ******
Yes, an online app. Which you suggested might be handed out on a flight!
Jim ********
@David ******
How do you hand out an online app? 😆
David *******
Dave *******
@David ******
only like before
Nigel **************
@David ******
this is the old one. The new one is online only when u check in for your flight
David *******
@Nigel *************
No it’s the new one thai embassy posted it yesterday

Not official yet until cabinet approve

Thai government want to show Chinese that they are safe if they make us lot fill this in

Hey up !!! Duck there’s another flying pig
Nigel **************
@David ******
oh I stand corrected
Jim ********
@David ******
I know what a TM6 is. I've lived in Thailand for almost 20 years. It's no big deal, but I can't see how it tracks foreigners. It's very similar to the Australian entry card
David ***********
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Jo **********
@David **********
the article says a huge change. it’s just an electronic arrival card. Singapore has this
David ***********
@Jo *********
The TM6, which you’ll update yourself on an ongoing basis, is reported to replace the TM30. These are substantive changes.
David ***********
@Jo *********
That’s not what the article says. We will discover the truth in time.
Roberto *********
@David **********
It's a friggin online TM6. Replaces the old paper one which was suspended three years ago. Not huge at all.
Jo **********
@David **********
of course but the headline is “ A huge change
Phil ******
Yes if approved by cabinet
@Steve *****
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Phil *****
When do the cabinet meet thanks
Phil ******
@Steve *****
their sitting now and sit most of the year
Stuart *********
According to press reports yes. Nothing official announced as confirmation nor any info on how to do it.
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