China Visa Policy for Thai Citizens: 30 Days Visa Free Available from March 1st, 2024

Notice on Latest Visa and Entry Policies for Foreigners Entering China - Updated on December 18, 2024:

1. 15 days visa free has been upgraded to 30 days. Eligible countries updates: France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Brunei and Japan. Valid till December 31, 2025. Read more »

2. 72-Hour/144-Hou Visa Free Transit have been upgraded to 240-Hou Visa Free Transi (10 days). 54 eligible countries include the US, UK, Canada, Brazil, etc. Eligible travelers can now travel across provinces, for example traveling from Beijing to Xian, then to Shanghai. Mohan Railway Port at China-Laos border can be used to enter/leave Yunnan. Hong Kong High-speed Rail West Kowloon Station has been added to Guangdong Province 144-hour transit visa-free. Read more »

3. Countries Mutual Exemption of Visa with China - Solomon Islands, Georgia, Thailand, Singapore, Maldives, Kazakhstan, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, UAE, Barbados, Bahamas, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dominica, Ecuador, Fiji, Grenada, Qatar, Mauritius, Serbia, Seychelles, San Marino, Suriname, Tonga, Armenia.

4. Booking of flights and hotels, China itineraries and invitation letters are not required for application of Chinese Tourist Visa for U.S.nationals.

5. Appointment is not required for visa application in many embassies and consulates.

China Discovery will keep focusing on the updates of the latest Chinese visa and entry policy! You can also call +86 010 12367 (Official telephone number of China National Immigration Administration) to check further information. Welcome to join in our Facebook Groups to catch up with the latest news!

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Do Thai citizens/passport holders need visa to China?

On January 28, 2024, China and Thailand signed the Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for Holders of Ordinary Passports, which will officially come into effect on March 1. By then, the phased unilateral visa-free policy that Thailand began to implement for Chinese tourists in September last year will officially become a long-term arrangement for "mutual travel". The scope of full visa exemption includes not only diplomatic passports, official passports, and official ordinary passports, but also ordinary passports.

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How long can a Thai stay in China without visa?

For two countries or regions that have concluded a visa exemption agreement, as long as their citizens hold valid passports or international travel documents as specified in the agreement, they can enjoy a visa-free stay of usually 30 days in the other country or region; however, if the stay exceeds 30 days, or if they are studying, living, or working in the local area, they still need to apply to the other country's visa authority or competent department before entering the country.

Below are some recommended tour packages for Thai travelers. You are also welcomed to design your own China tour with the help of our travel experts!

6 Days Best of Yunnan Tour (Lijiang, Shangri-La, Kunming)

Itinerary: Lijiang / Shangri-La / Kunming
Highlights: Lijiang Old Town, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Songzanlin Monastery, Pudacuo National Park, Stone Forest

6 Days Hexi Corridor Discovery Tour(Zhangye/Jiayuguan/Dunhuang)

Itinerary: Lanzhou - Zhangye - Jiayuguan - Dunhuang
Highlights: Zhangye Danxia, Jiayuguan Fort, Mogao Grottoes, Mingshashan, Yulin Caves, Bullet Train

5 Days Chengdu Jiuzhaigou Comfortable Tour

Itinerary: Chengdu / Huanglong / Jiuzhaigou
Highlights: Jiuzhaigou Valley, Huanglong Valley, Chengdu Panda Base, Wenshu Temple, People's Park, Jinli Old Street

Thailand to China Visa Free - More Details to Know

1. The agreement applies to holders of ordinary passports issued by China and Thailand.

2. The maximum period of stay is 30 days per visit.

3. Visitors are allowed to enter and exit China and Thailand multiple times within the validity period of their passports.

4. The agreement does not apply to people who are planning to study, work, or live in China or Thailand for more than 30 days. These people will still need to apply for a visa before entering the country.

Why is This Agreement Important

The agreement is expected to boost tourism and trade between China and Thailand. In 2019, over 10 million Chinese tourists visited Thailand. The agreement is expected to increase this number significantly.

The agreement is also a sign of the growing relationship between China and Thailand. The two countries have been working to strengthen their ties in recent years. In 2019, they signed a strategic partnership agreement. The visa exemption agreement is another step forward in this partnership.

How to Apply China Visa in Thailand

If Thai citizens need to stay over 30 days in China, or want to work, study or live in China, he/she need to apply for required Chinese visas.

① Log in the official website of COVA (https://cova.cs.mfa.gov.cn), choose the country and city you will submit application.

② Create an new China Visa Application Form online, fill in the electronic form step by step, provide all personal information completely and truthfully. Note down the application ID number for retrieving the saved form & booking a appointment. After careful check, save and submit the application form. The form cannot be changed once it is submitted.

③ Print the completed form out, sign and date it.

④ Visit https://avas.cs.mfa.gov.cn to make an appointment for submission to the embassy. Print the confirmation page. (Use your Application ID to book the China Visa Online Appointment)

⑤ Arrive at the the embassy visa office at least 20 minutes in advance. Submit the paper form, confirmation page with other required documents when it’s your turn.

⑥ Pick up your passport and visa (if granted), once you are noticed by the visa officer. Pay the China Visa Fees to the embassy upon collection.

Notes:

* Most Chinese embassies and consulates require make appointment online in advance. Directly walking in the visa office to submit application without appointment may cause refusal by the embassy or consulate. If you want walk-in service, you can contact the Chinese embassies and consulates to check availability.

* You can submit and pick up the documents in person, or entrust another person, agent on your behalf.

Travel China with China Discovery

China Discovery is a professional and experienced travel companion who offers high-value and worry-free tours for you. We not only design ideal itinerary covering sightseeing, dining, transfer and hotel, but also can provide any visa-related support & help you need to travel to China. With a Chinese Visa, you can freely travel to many cities in China's mainland, among all, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong are often used as gate way cities, Xian, Guilin, Chengdu are also excellent destinations to discovery different regional culture, history and local customs in China.

You may choose from our most popular China tours, or just  contact us, tell your interests and travel plans, we could customize a perfect China tour as you like.

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