China to Thailand tourist visa
Complete Thailand visa-free entry and tourist visa requirements for Chinese citizens. Updated December 2025 with TDAC digital arrival card requirements.
- Visa
- Thailand Tourist Visa / Visa Exemption
- Fee
- Free
- Processing time
- Immediate on arrival
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your Chinese passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) — All travelers must complete the TDAC online at least 3 days before arrival
- Proof of Sufficient Funds — Immigration officers may verify you have adequate funds for your stay
- Proof of Onward Travel — Return or onward flight ticket within your permitted stay period
- Accommodation Confirmation — Proof of where you will stay during your visit
Common questions
- Do Chinese citizens need a visa to visit Thailand in 2025?
- No, for most tourists. Since March 1, 2024, Chinese citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days. This applies to tourism, business visits, and family visits. For stays longer than 30 days, you’ll need to apply for a Tourist Visa (TR) which allows 60 days.
- How long can Chinese tourists stay in Thailand without a visa?
- Chinese citizens can stay up to 30 days visa-free per entry. There’s a cumulative limit of 90 days within any 180-day period for visa-free stays. If you need more time, apply for a Tourist Visa (TR) for 60 days, which can be extended by 30 days at Thai Immigration.
- What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) and is it mandatory?
- Yes, the TDAC is mandatory for all foreign visitors since May 1, 2025. You must complete it online at tdac.immigration.go.th at least 72 hours (3 days) before your arrival. It replaces the old paper TM.6 form and collects your personal, travel, accommodation, and health information. There’s no fee.
- How much money do I need to show at Thai immigration?
- Immigration officers may ask for proof of ฿20,000 (~¥4,100 / $550) per person or ฿40,000 (~¥8,200 / $1,100) per family. While checks are not always performed, it’s wise to carry sufficient cash or have your bank app ready to show your balance.
- Can I extend my stay in Thailand as a Chinese tourist?
- Yes. Visa-free entries can be extended once for 30 days at any Thai Immigration office, for a fee of ฿1,900. Tourist Visa (TR) holders can also extend by 30 days. Extensions require your passport, photo, completed form, and fee. Apply before your current stay expires.
- Where can I apply for a Thailand Tourist Visa in China?
- Apply online through the Thai e-Visa website (thaievisa.go.th) or in person at the Royal Thai Embassy in Beijing or Thai consulates in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Kunming, Chengdu, Xi’an, Xiamen, Nanning, and Qingdao. E-visa applications typically take 10–15 working days.