Thailand
China
China visa for Thai citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Thai citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at th.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Thailand
ChinaThailand Visa-free, 60 days Thailand visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Thai citizens planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Thai citizens can stay in China
Thai citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Thai citizens
Laos, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Myanmar, Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Vietnam admit Thai citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Thai citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Thailand
No visa is needed by Chinese citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Thailand and China.
Frequently asked questions
Do Thai citizens need a visa for China?
No visa is needed by Thai citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Thai citizens stay in China?
Thai citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Thailand?
No visa is needed by Chinese citizens for Thailand, for stays of up to 60 days.
Can Thai citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Thai citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.