Chinese Citizens Still Enjoy 30-Day Visa-Free Entry to Thailand
The Chinese Embassy in Thailand announced that starting September 15, 2026, Chinese citizens holding official or ordinary passports can still enter Thailand visa-free for tourism, family visits, and other purposes under the bilateral agreement, with a stay of up to 30 days per entry and a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period. Thailand's cancellation of its unilateral 60-day visa-free policy does not affect the bilateral agreement.
Impact and considerations
Thailand's visa policy adjustment maintains the bilateral agreement, but business travelers must note the reduced stay limit and obtain appropriate visas for stays over 30 days.
Key points
- From September 15, 2026, Chinese citizens with ordinary passports can stay visa-free in Thailand for up to 30 days per entry, with a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period.
- Thailand has canceled its unilateral 60-day visa-free policy, but the bilateral visa exemption agreement remains in effect.
- Visa-free entry does not apply to activities requiring prior approval such as work, study, or journalism; stays over 30 days require appropriate visas.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- 品橙旅游
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- First source publication
- 2 Sept 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 8 Sept 2026, 19:17
- Last updated
- 2 Sept 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- Pinchain Tourism：中国驻泰使馆：中国公民赴泰仍可30天免签 – 品橙旅游 (opens in a new tab)Primary source · zh · Published 2 Sept 2026, 08:00