From November 2023, 11 to May 10, 2024, the Thai government allows Taiwanese to enter Thailand without a visa, with a stay period of up to 5 days. In addition, the TM10 entry-exit card is also temporarily abolished under the consideration of simplified procedures. You can take a little trip to Thailand. After the TM30 immigration card is temporarily abolished, customs officers will instead ask incoming tourists to leave their fingerprints and facial recognition information. If there are no problems during the temporary abolition period, the immigration card will officially become a memory in the future.
🆕Simplifying immigration procedures and discontinuing immigration cards in 2022
On October 2022, 10, Wendy set foot in Thailand again after three years of epidemic. The Thailand Pass implemented during the epidemic has passed into history. This time, Wendy traveled from Bangkok with the Tourism Bureau of Thailand and Thailand VietJet. The biggest change when transferring to Chiang Mai is the immigration procedures. Foreign tourists no longer need to fill in the TM31 entry and exit form.
The customs clearance procedures have been updated as follows. It is indeed much easier than before, but the visa fee still has to be paid. Remember to apply for a tourist visa in advance, or contact our friends "happy holiday"As an agent, it saves time waiting in line.
- Customs officers will ask you to leave your right hand fingerprints and facial recognition information.
- When taking a domestic flight, you have to go through the gate first, scan the barcode on the ticket, and then check the ticket manually.
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➡️Where can I get an immigration card?
From November 2018 to the end of April 11, the Thai government provides 2020 countries and regions with preferential measures for visa-on-arrival fee exemption. After arriving in Thailand, applying for an on-arrival visa can be exempted from 4 baht and can stay in Thailand for 21 days. The general entry visa remains charged. As for the TM.2,000 entry-exit card, although it is planned to cancel the entry in the future, the cancellation schedule has not yet been determined. Before that, if you take a flight to Thailand, the most important thing before entering the customs is to fill in the entry-exit card!
- On the plane: After the plane takes off, the stewardess usually asks and sends out the immigration card one by one before delivering the meal.
- Before customs: After arriving at the airport, there is an immigration card filling area and blank forms in front of the immigration passport checkpoint.
- Airline counter: If you lose your departure card, on the day of departure, when you report to the airline counter and check your baggage, inform the counter staff and ask for a new departure card.
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▲ The new version of the entry-exit card in October 2017 has two sides, the front is the integrated information of the entry-exit card, and the back is the foreign passenger survey data.
▲ The old version of the immigration card before September 2017 has two in one format, with the front of the immigration card at the top and the front of the exit card at the bottom.
▲ The old version of the immigration card before September 2017 has two sides, the upper is the front of the immigration card, and the lower is the back of the immigration card.
✅Teaching on how to fill in the immigration card after October 2017, 10
With the continuous increase in the number of tourists in Thailand, the Prime Minister of Thailand Prayut instructed to improve the efficiency of immigration inspection and simplify operations. The Ministry of Interior of Thailand issued an announcement on August 2017, 8, and cancelled the old version of TM.4 immigration on October 10 of the same year The card, replaced with a simplified one-page entry-exit card, is expected to reduce the burden of foreign tourists to fill in and the efficiency of customs review.
What are the changes to the new version of the immigration card in October 2017?Is there really a simplification?Let's take a look at how to fill in the new version first. If you think it reduces the burden, you can leave a message to us below.
Step XNUMX: How to fill out the immigration card (front)
The 2017 new version of Thailand’s entry-exit card is one type and two-sided. The exit card and the entry card are merged on the front, and the entry card is on the right. More information and length are required to provide detailed information required for customs inspection; the exit card is on the left. The information to be filled is less and the length is small, so it is convenient to book in the passport.
Instructions for filling in the immigration card (on the right): All the information on the immigration card on the front, except for the signature, should be filled out in English, based on the information on the passport, visa, and boarding pass.
- Family Name (surname): Same as the English information of the passport.
- First Name & Middle Name: Same as the English information of the passport.
- Gender (gender): Male (male) / Female (female): mark the gender with "X".
- Nationality (nationality): the same as the English information of the passport, writing TAIWAN is also ok.
- Passport No. (passport number): same as the inside page of the passport.
- Date of Birth: Fill in the date of birth (dd), month (mm), and the first year (yyyy) in sequence
- Flight or Other Vehicle No.: Same as boarding pass information.
- Visa No. (Visa No.): Same as the English + number information at the bottom left of the Thai visa.
- Occupation (Occupation): fill in the occupation in English, for example: Sales (business) / Student (student) / Soho (free industry) / Housekeeper (housekeeper).
- Country Where You Boarded (departure country): In which country to board the flight.
- Purpose of Visit: Refer to the options on the back.
- Length of Stay: The number of days expected to stay in Thailand.
- Residence: City / State. Country of Residence.
- Address in Thailand: Fill in the full English address of any hotel, not just the name of the hotel.
- Contact Info: Telephone. Email (contact email).
- Signature: autograph, both in Chinese and English, it is recommended to fill in English.
※ The latest specification should fill in the detailed English address of your stay in Thailand, which must be prepared in advance.In addition, if you apply for a visa on arrival at a Thai airport, you must first fill in the entry and exit card, leave the visa number blank, and the counter staff will fill in and return it.
Instructions for filling out the exit card (left): Fill in the basic information on the front entry card. The paper is small. If the customs officer does not order the inside page of the passport, he must order the inside page by himself and keep it safe.
- Family Name (surname): Same as the English information of the passport.
- First Name & Middle Name: Same as the English information of the passport.
- Date of Birth: Fill in the date of birth (dd), month (mm), and the first year (yyyy) in sequence
- Passport No. (passport number): same as the inside page of the passport.
- Nationality (nationality): the same as the English information of the passport, writing TAIWAN is also ok.
- Flight or Other Vehicle No. (return flight number): same flight reservation information.
- Signature: autograph, both in Chinese and English, it is recommended to fill in English.
Step XNUMX: How to fill out the immigration card (rear)
Fill in the information on the back of the 2017 new version of Thailand's immigration card, just on the back of the card's information, which is also a simple entry question and answer for non-Thai nationals, which will be torn away when passing customs inspection.The part of the customs stamp on the back is on the back of the exit card, and the paper becomes smaller. If the customs officer does not order the inside page of the passport, he must order the inside page by himself and keep it safe.
Filling instructions: The entry and exit card (rear) should be filled out in English or marked with "X". Non-Thai nationals can fill in it, mainly to confirm the type of trip, purpose and place of residence, as well as basic information such as personal income, occupation and place of residence. .
- Type of flight: Charter (Charter) / Schedule (Flight)
- First trip to Thailand (first trip to Thailand?): Yes (yes) / No (no)
- Traveling on group tour (whether to travel with a group?): Yes (yes) / No (no)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Friend's Home / Youth Hostel / Apartment / Guest House / Other
- Purpose of Visit: Holiday/Meeting/Business/Incentive/Education/Conventions/Employment/Exhibitions/Transit (Transit) / Other (Other)
- Yearly income: Under 20,000 US$ (below 2 US dollars) / 20,000-40,000 (2-4 US dollars) / 40,000-60,000 US$ (4-6 US dollars) / 60,000-80,000 US$ (6- 8 US$) / 80,000 and over US$ (8 and over US$) / No income
✅Teaching on filling out the immigration card before the end of September 2017
The Thai immigration card is in two sheets, and there are three sides to fill in the information.The exit card will be checked during check-in and departure at the hotel. If the customs officer does not help to book the inside page of the passport, it is recommended that you also order the inside page yourself and keep it safe.
- Arrival Card: There are two sides to fill in the information. After the passport is checked, the customs officer will tear off the immigration card.
- Departure Card (Departure Card): Only one side needs to fill in the information. After the passport is entered, some customs officers will help to order the inside page of the passport.
Next, let's take a look at how to fill in the three-sided information of the immigration card!
Step XNUMX: How to fill in the arrival card (front)
Filling instructions: All the information on the immigration card (front) should be filled in English except for the signature. It should be filled in according to the information on the passport, visa, and boarding pass. It should be noted that the latest regulations should fill in the detailed English address of stay in Thailand. This has to be prepared beforehand.
- Family Name (surname): Same as the English information of the passport.
- First Name & Middle Name: Same as the English information of the passport.
- Nationality (nationality): the same as the English information of the passport, writing TAIWAN is also ok.
- Male (male) / Female (female): mark the gender with "X".
- Passport No. (passport number): same as the inside page of the passport.
- Date of Birth: Fill in the date of birth (dd), month (mm), and the first year (yyyy) in sequence
- Visa No. (Visa No.): Same as the English + number information at the bottom left of the Thai visa.
- Address in Thailand: Fill in the full English address of any hotel, not just the name of the hotel.
- Flight or Other Vehicle No.: Same as boarding pass information.
- Signature: autograph, both in Chinese and English, it is recommended to fill in English.
※ If you are applying for a visa on arrival at a Thai airport, you must also fill in the entry and exit card first, leave the visa number blank, and the counter staff will fill it in and return it.
Step XNUMX: Fill in the entry card (rear) and teach
Filling instructions: The immigration card (reverse) should be filled out in English or marked with "X". Non-Thai nationals can fill in it. The main purpose is to confirm the type of itinerary, purpose and place of residence, as well as basic information such as personal income, occupation and place of residence.
- Type of flight: Charter (Charter) / Schedule (Flight)
- First trip to Thailand (first trip to Thailand?): Yes (yes) / No (no)
- Traveling on group tour (whether to travel with a group?): Yes (yes) / No (no)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Friend's Home / Youth Hostel / Apartment / Guest House / Other
- Purpose of Visit: Holiday/Meeting/Business/Incentive/Education/Conventions/Employment/Exhibitions/Transit (Transit) / Other (Other)
- Yearly income: Under 20,000 US$ (below 2 US dollars) / 20,000-40,000 (2-4 US dollars) / 40,000-60,000 US$ (4-6 US dollars) / 60,000-80,000 US$ (6- 8 US$) / 80,000 and over US$ (8 and over US$) / No income
- Occupation (Occupation): fill in the occupation in English, for example: Sales (business) / Student (student) / Soho (free industry) / Housekeeper (housekeeper).
- Country of residence. City/State (which city) / Country (country of residence): fill in the place of residence in English, for example: Taipei / Taiwan.
- From/Port of embarkation (from which city?): Fill in the name of the departure city in English, for example: Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung.
- Next city/Port of disembarkation (Which city to go to?): Fill in the destination city in English, for example: Bangkok, Chiang Mai.
Step XNUMX: Filling out the exit card and teaching
Filling instructions: The fields for the exit card (front) are almost the same as those for the immigration card (front), but are more concise. Just pay attention to the "flight number" field. The return flight number must be filled in, and the rest of the fields can be filled in according to the immigration card information , It is no longer necessary to fill in the visa number and residence address.
▲ The flight number can be found on the boarding pass. After boarding, remember to fill in the information according to the stub of the boarding pass.
▲ The main information should be filled in, which can be found on the passport or visa, but the detailed English address of the hotel must be prepared in advance.
▲ Both the passport number and visa number can be found on the visa.
🎞️Additional screening at the same scene: Don Mueang Airport Entry Customs Inspection Point Patrol
Those who have travelled to Thailand for the first time, I believe that after arriving at Bangkok Airport, they will always be a little uneasy before passing the customs checkpoint smoothly. Let us first take a look at the immigration checkpoint environment at Don Mueang Airport to reduce possible anxiety Right!
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▲ After getting out of the plane, Don Mueang Airport has signs in Chinese. Just follow the directions indicated by "Arrivals". In fact, they are in the same direction as the immigration and baggage claim.
▲ Arrival at the indicated immigration checkpoint is actually in the same direction as the immigration and baggage claim.
▲ The immigration checkpoint is in front, and the visa on arrival counter is next to it.
▲ On the right side of the front is the customs inspection passport counter. In front of the customs counter, remember not to take pictures randomly.
▲ At the foreign currency exchange counter, the exchange rate is usually not good. If you don't prepare the Thai baht in advance, you still have to change some emergency.
▲On the left is a transfer on an international flight, and on the right is a transfer on a domestic flight. You must enter the country before you can transfer to Thailand's domestic flight.
▲ The area where visas on arrival are processed.
▲ When applying for a visa on arrival, if you don't have a photo prepared in advance, you can also take pictures on site.
▲ Next to the foreign currency exchange counter is the table area where the immigration card is filled in. You can also get a blank immigration card here.
▲ The Chinese, British and Thai instructions at the immigration checkpoint remind you to prepare passports, entry cards, air tickets and precautions. Taiwanese must also add visas.
▲ In the entry-exit card area, provide instructions for filling in Chinese, British, Thai, and special reminders to fill in the complete address.
▲ Free Wi-Fi passwords are provided at the top for tourists to inquire about information from time to time. At the same time, the Customs and Immigration Bureau has the right to request passengers to submit inspection items, including: hotel reservations, return air tickets, and 2 baht in cash. .Below is the instructions for filling out the Malay Arrival Card.
▲ Instructions for filling out the Japanese immigration card.
▲ Instructions for filling out the Thai entry card.
▲ Instructions for filling in the Korean immigration card.
▲ Instructions for filling out the Chinese arrival card.
