Discover Visa Exemption for Chinese and Thai Travellers

The Chinese ambassador to Thailand and the Thai-Chinese Cultural Relationship Council (TCCRC) have expressed optimism that the visa exemption scheme for nationals of both countries will boost outbound tourism and reinforce bilateral relations.

Pinit Jarusombat, President of TCCRC, highlighted the special significance of this Chinese New Year as it signifies the onset of a new epoch in Sino-Thai relations. The president further noted the uniqueness of the Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi’s three-day stay in Thailand after signing the contract on January 24, as an exceptional gesture.

The visa-free scheme, set to kick off on March 1, promises to permanently exempt citizens of both countries from visa requirements. The primary objective of this waiver is to alleviate travel hindrances for Thai and Chinese travellers and encourage an increased number of…