Complete Guide for Border Crossing into Thailand
Travelers entering Thailand by land must complete the TDAC digital arrival card just like air and sea travelers.
Complete TDAC within 72 hours before crossing any Thailand land border checkpoint.
Present TDAC QR code along with passport and visa at immigration checkpoints.
Thailand has land borders with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, and Myanmar.
Special considerations for land border crossings
Thailand has numerous land border crossings with neighboring countries. Here are the most commonly used crossings:
Step-by-step process for entering Thailand by land with TDAC
Important factors specific to land border crossings
Ensure you have internet access to complete TDAC before reaching the border. Some remote areas may have limited connectivity.
Check border crossing operating hours. Some crossings close overnight or have limited hours on holidays.
Each traveler needs their own TDAC, even when traveling in groups or families. Plan completion time accordingly.
Have physical copies of important documents as backup, especially in areas with limited technology.
Best practices for land border crossings with TDAC
Troubleshooting common problems at land borders
Solution: Show printed copy or reference number. Border officers can verify manually using your passport details.
Solution: Complete TDAC before reaching remote border areas. Have offline copies ready.
Solution: Check border hours in advance. Some crossings have limited operating hours.
Solution: Use translation apps or have key phrases written down. TDAC QR code is universal.
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