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Thailand and China to Implement Permanent Visa-Free Entry from March

The move, aimed at boosting Thailand's tourism industry, follows a temporary waiver that was due to expire in February.

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Chinese tourists dressed in rented Thai costumes pose for photographs at the Temple of Dawn in Bangkok last month. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Overview

  • Thailand and China will permanently waive visa requirements for each other’s citizens from March, according to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
  • Thailand, which heavily relies on tourism, initially waived visa requirements for Chinese tourists until February.
  • In 2023, Thailand welcomed 28 million foreign tourists, generating 1.2 trillion baht ($34.93 billion) of revenue.
  • Malaysia was the top source of tourists to Thailand with 4.5 million visitors, followed by 3.5 million arrivals from China.
  • The decision to permanently waive visa requirements is expected to upgrade the relationship between Thailand and China.