China has announced a 25% reduction in visa fees for travelers from several countries, including Thailand, Japan, Mexico, Vietnam, and the Philippines. This reduction, effective until the end of 2024, is part of China’s efforts to boost foreign tourism and business visits during its economic recovery phase. The new policy, set to commence on December 11, will make it more affordable for millions of travelers from over a dozen countries to obtain a Chinese visa.
For Thai nationals, the revised fee for a single-entry tourist visa will vary from 750 baht for standard processing to 1,950 baht for expedited service. This information is available on the Chinese embassy’s website.
Following Thailand’s recent decision to waive visa requirements for Chinese travelers, the government is also seeking reciprocal visa exemptions from…