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Thailand warns travelers about fake Digital Arrival Card sites charging fees and stealing identities
International
Published on 24 April 2026
The real form is free but imposters may charge
Thailand has warned travelers to avoid fake websites offering the Digital Arrival Card, which is mandatory for foreign visitors but completely free. Scammers are reportedly charging fees and using unofficial forms that can expose personal data. Travelers should register only through official Thai immigration channels at least three days before departure to prevent delays at immigration counters.
- Thailand’s Digital Arrival Card is mandatory and free for all foreign visitors
- Fake websites may charge fees and facilitate identity theft
- Register only via official Thai immigration channels
- Apply at least three days before travel to avoid immigration delays
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