It is now much more convenient to travel domestically, and many friends are planning to travel abroad. Thailand is the first choice for most friends to go abroad. No vaccine or nucleic acid certificate is required, and you can leave at any time as long as your passport has not expired. The editor below will introduce to you the procedures and visas required to go to Thailand. Visa and entry policy
1. Visa
Visa on arrival: the most common Thai visa, more convenient, can stay for 30 days (before March 31, 2023), fast track 2,200 baht, ordinary The entrance fee is 2,000 baht;
Travel visa: Follow the procedures at thaievisa.go.th in advance, and the visa will be issued in 2-8 weeks.
Visa material list
Passport information page
2-inch ID photo with white background (taken within the past six months)
Travel declaration commitment Download and autograph the book
English confirmation itinerary for outbound and return air tickets
Front and back of ID card
Passport entry and exit records within 12 months (Immigration Bureau Entry and exit records)
Photograph or scan the entire passport (entire, including blank pages)
Take a selfie with the passport information page
Hotel confirmation form (write down Name of the person staying) + payment receipt (some third-party platforms cannot issue confirmations)
Bank statements or deposit certificates in the past six months, with an average balance of not less than 50,000 (Shanghai consular district requires an additional daily balance greater than 20,000) Certification materials)
Chinese and English employment certificate/unemployment certificate (description of income)/residence certificate/retirement certificate/freelance explanation letter/copy of business license with official seal, etc. (can be selected according to actual situation)
Full travel plan in Chinese and English (rough schedule)
International travel health certificate
Visa on arrival
Valid for more than 6 months Passport and copy
A completed tourist visa application form
A two-inch color bareheaded photo taken within six months
After entry A copy of the return ticket and a confirmed ticket valid within 15 days
When entering the country, individuals must carry foreign currency worth no less than 10,000 baht or equivalent in RMB, for example, a family must bring no less than 20,000 baht or equivalent. RMB 2. Immigration process
① Fill in the arrival card issued by the flight attendant on the plane. If you are afraid of filling in the wrong parts, you can ask for two more;
② If you need to apply for an arrival visa after getting off the plane, just Take the prepared materials to the visa on arrival window;
③ If you have an electronic travel visa, you can enter the country directly from Thailand Customs;
④ After entering the country, pick up your luggage and leave the airport. 3. Operating airlines
Generally, the flight time to Thailand is about 6 hours in the north and 2-4 hours in the south; the main airlines include Thai Airways International, Thai Lion Air, Thai AirAsia, and China Juneyao Airlines, Air China, Xiamen Airlines.
* Judging from the current evaluation, Thai Airways International has a good evaluation (but it only operates in domestic big cities). Air China, Xiamen Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines are also good choices;
*Thailand AirAsia and Lion Air are low-cost airlines with decent service and better prices. 4. Entry Policy
1. The mandatory requirement to wear masks has been cancelled.
2. All mandatory hotel quarantine policies have been cancelled.
3. Chinese tourists no longer need to show Thailand Pass (ThailandPass) or Certificate of Entry (COE).
4. Temporarily cancel the use of TM6 immigration card to enter Thailand.
5. Tourists no longer need to show vaccination certificates or nucleic acid test results when arriving in Thailand.
6. Travelers to Thailand are recommended to purchase travel insurance.
Things to note when traveling in Thailand
1. Thai people respect the royal family very much and do not make fun of the royal family members;
2. Do not smoke in public places at will, and the ban on smoking on the beach is even stricter. The fines are heavy;
3. Do not bring durian, mangosteen and other fruits back to the hotel;
4. It is not mandatory to tip, you can tip if you want, or not;
5. It is very hot outside in Thailand, but the indoor air conditioner is fully turned on. It is recommended to bring a small jacket with you;
6. Keep Thai baht change with you, some shops only Cash is accepted, and some tuk-tuk drivers do not give change;
7. When buying seafood at the seafood market, you will usually get a 40% discount when bargaining;
8. When visiting a Thai temple, dress appropriately They should be neat and tidy, do not wear sleeveless tops, men should not wear shorts, women should not wear short skirts, take off your shoes when entering the main hall, and do not step on the threshold (if you wear a short skirt, you can borrow a cloth at the door and wrap the exposed part before entering) ;
9. When exchanging currency for the first time, you don’t need to exchange too much Thai baht. It is recommended to exchange some RMB for Thai baht at domestic Bank of China or ICBC and then bring some RMB to Thailand;
10. Don’t touch it at will. Thai people are not allowed to point their heads with their toes, and women are not allowed to touch the monk's body at will;
11. Phone cards can be bought on the orange website in advance, and you can insert the card when you arrive. Buying at the airport will be more expensive (recommended) Happy card, keep your own card and use it when you come back);
12. You can go to Superrich to exchange money in Thailand. There are many BTS stations. Don’t go if you see someone sending a message about currency exchange. It may be a scam;
13. On buses or other public places, pay special attention to pickpockets deliberately crowding you and taking the opportunity to steal things;
14. Avoid being alone in quiet places at night Walk on streets or deserted areas;
15. Be sure to avoid all foods marked with green leaves! ! The consequences of accidental ingestion are very serious. Transportation in Thailand
1. If you are visiting for the first time, it is recommended to book a pick-up in advance (you can book a pick-up at your hotel or online in advance in China). The driver will hold a sign to greet you at the exit;
2. There are also taxis at the airport. If you take a taxi at the airport, be sure to prepare the English or Thai address of the hotel in advance to show the driver;
3. When traveling by taxi, you must use a meter. If the driver does not use the meter, you will get off the car. Change another car, or negotiate the price in advance. It is recommended to use Grab to take a taxi, so you don’t have to worry about being ripped off;
4. Take a taxi and write down the taxi number in advance so that you can quickly retrieve items forgotten in the car. ;
5. For air tickets/train tickets/bus tickets/boat tickets/chartered car reservations between cities, if you make a temporary reservation, you may not be able to get a ticket, so it is best to book it in advance.
6. Keep to the left when driving or walking. Thai motorcycles drive very wildly. When crossing the road, look right first and then left, and make sure it is safe before passing.