Thai Visa Guide for China Citizens
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Last updated: July 27, 2026
Visa-exempt entry
60 days visa-exempt
Extendable at immigration
Yes, +30 days
e-Visa eligible
No
Visa on arrival
No
Entry basics
Passport validity: at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Thailand.
Proof of funds (spot-check): immigration may ask for cash equivalent to ฿20,000 per person on arrival. Enforcement is inconsistent but non-zero, especially for solo travellers on one-way tickets.
Common issues for China passport holders
- Group-tour scams targeting first-time Chinese visitors
- 60-day exempt is bilateral (permanent as of 2024) — don't overstay assuming it's temporary
- TM6 arrival card no longer required at airports (2024 change)
Recommended long-term visa options
For stays longer than the visa-exempt period, these visa types are commonly used by China citizens in Pattaya:
Tourist Visa (STV)
Non-B business
Elite/Privilege
Embassy of the People's Republic of China Bangkok
57 Ratchadaphisek Rd, Din Daeng, Bangkok 10400
Consular Mon-Fri 09:00-11:30
Embassy contact details change occasionally — call ahead or book an appointment through the embassy website before visiting.