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Fake TDAC Websites Target Thai Online Visa Applicants

A counterfeit website mimicking the official Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) platform, designed to collect personal and financial information from unsuspecting travelers.

Thai authorities are warning travelers and visa applicants about a surge in fake websites impersonating the official Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) platform. These fraudulent sites are designed to deceive users into paying unnecessary fees and surrendering sensitive personal information.

The TDAC system, managed by the Thai government, is a free service that facilitates visa applications and arrival documentation for foreign visitors. However, scammers have created counterfeit websites that appear nearly identical to the real TDAC platform. These fake sites often rank high on search engines, making them difficult to distinguish from the legitimate service.

Cartoon illustration of a Thai immigration officer displaying a phone with the official Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), highlighting efforts to promote awareness of the legitimate platform.

Officials from the Immigration Bureau and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have emphasized that the genuine TDAC website does not charge users for basic visa or arrival form submissions. In contrast, the fake websites demand payment for form processing and may ask for passport details, photos, and even credit card information.

Security experts are advising travelers to avoid clicking on paid advertisements when searching for Thai visa services online. Instead, they should access the TDAC portal through links provided on official government websites or by contacting Thai embassies directly.

In response to the growing threat, Thai authorities say they are coordinating with international cybersecurity agencies to track down and shut down fraudulent websites. They are also working to raise awareness among incoming travelers and travel agencies.

The legitimate Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) website, operated by the Thai government. Official sites typically use the “.go.th” domain and do not charge for basic visa or arrival form submissions.

Foreign visitors are encouraged to double-check URLs and be cautious of any site that requests payment or unusual documents for a Thai tourist visa. The official TDAC site typically ends in “.go.th,” indicating it is a legitimate Thai government domain.

Travelers who believe they have submitted information to a fake site should contact their embassy and monitor their financial accounts for suspicious activity.

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