Access
Visa free
FStay 60 days
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China passport to Thailand
The matrix records visa-free entry to Thailand for Chinese passports, typically 60 days. Officers may still ask for a return ticket, hotel and funds. Overstays are fined strictly. Snapshot 2026-10.
Short answer: Yes — China passport holders can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days.
Visa-free is not a guaranteed landing. Keep validity and blank pages. Work or a stay beyond the waiver needs the matching visa.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
Visa free
FStay 30 days
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Key facts
- Thailand lets 112 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — China is one of them.
- China passports get “Visa free” at 42 of 198 destinations.
- Travel is open both ways: Thailand passports also enter China without a prior visa.
Nearby passports travelling to Thailand
Open to China passports near Thailand
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec35 × 45 mm
Flight corridor
Direct flights
ChinaThailand- Typical duration
- 4 hours
- From
- PVG · CAN · CKG
- To
- BKK · HKT · DMK
Airlines China Southern Airlines, Thai AirAsia, China Eastern Airlines, Thai Airways International
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
China
Country profile
Capital
Beijing
Population
1.41 billion
Area
9,596,960 km²
Currency
Chinese yuan CNY
Languages
Chinese
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
1.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
0.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Han Chinese91.1%
- ethnic minorities8.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Thailand
Country profile
Capital
Bangkok
Population
65.9 million
Area
514,000 km²
Currency
Thai baht THB
Languages
Thai
Time zone
UTC+07:00
Foreign-born
3.2 million · 2024
Migrant share
4.4%
Ethnic groups · 2015
- Thai97.5%
- Burmese1.3%
- other1.1%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type A / Type B / Type O
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 191 · Ambulance 1669
Dialing code
+66
Airports
BKK · HKT · DMK · CNX
Highlights
- Grand Palace
- Doi Suthep
- Maya Bay
- Ayutthaya
- White Temple
China · Visa free
FAQ
Does a China passport need a visa for Thailand?
The matrix records visa-free entry to Thailand for Chinese passports, typically 60 days. Officers may still ask for a return ticket, hotel and funds. Overstays are fined strictly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 60 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Thailand typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 35 × 45 mm. Confirm with a Thailand mission.
What about a Thailand passport entering China?
The reverse result is “Visa free”.
Can you extend a Thai visa exemption?
Some exemptions can be extended at immigration for a fee, with limits. It is not a residence track — follow Immigration on the day.
How do you apply for Thailand as a visitor?
Visa exemption / tourist visa / DTV：Exemption often 60 days; DTV 180 days per entry。Visa-exempt travellers enter directly. Remote workers or wellness stays can apply for the Destination Thailand Visa.