Visa-free for Chinese passport holders (30 days, permanent since March 2024). Requirements: passport (6+ months validity), return ticket, proof of funds (10,000 THB/person). Visa on Arrival also available (15 days, 2,000 THB).

Thailand

Thailand captivates visitors with its ornate golden temples, pristine tropical beaches, and legendary street food scenes. From the bustling energy of Bangkok to the serene beauty of Chiang Mai's ancient heritage, this Southeast Asian gem blends spiritual tradition with modern hospitality.

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Best Time

November to February (dry season, perfect weather), January-February most popular, late November and early March fewer crowds

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Budget

USD 30–250 per day

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Language

Thai (official), English (widely spoken in tourist areas and major cities)

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Currency

Thai Baht (฿) - Rate: 1 USD = 32.71 THB (May 2026)

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Climate

Tropical climate with three seasons: Dry (Nov-Feb, 18-28°C, minimal rainfall), Hot (Mar-May, 25-35°C, very hot), Rainy (May-Oct, high humidity, September wettest)

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Passport	Visa Type	Max Stay	Fee (USD)
Australia Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Canada Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	60 days	Free
China Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Germany Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	60 days	Free
France Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
United Kingdom Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
India Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Japan Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	30 days	Free
South Korea Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	30 days	Free
United States Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	60 days	Free

Other passports

United Arab Emirates Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Austria Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Belgium Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Brazil Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Switzerland Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Denmark Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Spain Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Finland Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Hong Kong(China) Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Indonesia Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Italy Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Mexico Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Malaysia Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Netherlands Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
New Zealand Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Russia Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Sweden Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	60 days	Free
Singapore Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Turkey Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free
Taiwan(China) Updated 2026-06-30	Visa on Arrival	15 days	$56
UK Updated 2026-06-30	Visa Free	60 days	Free
South Africa Updated 2026-06-10	Visa Free	30 days	Free

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Please refer to official government sources before travel.

Current passport coverage: CN, US, JP, KR, GB, DE, FR, AU, CA, IN, BR, IT, ES, NL. More passports coming soon.

Events & Festivals

festival April

Songkran Water Festival

festival November

Loy Krathong

Festival of floating decorated baskets

cultural November

Yi Peng Lantern Festival

A magical northern Thai festival where thousands of paper lanterns are released into the night sky, creating a breathtaking spectacle above Chiang Mai. The glowing lanterns are believed to carry away bad luck and release wishes into the heavens.