Thailand to make visa-free entry for Chinese visitors permanent from March
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thailand to make visa-free entry for Chinese visitors permanent from March

The Hindu  

Thailand and China will soon implement visa-free entry for each other’s citizens, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on January 2. Chinese nationals will be granted visa-free entry on a permanent basis beginning March 1, Mr. Srettha said after his Cabinet’s weekly meeting. He said China agreed to extend visa-free entry to Thai visitors in exchange for allowing Chinese nationals the permanent visa exemption. According to the Bangkok Post online, Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said he will travel to China by early February to sign the agreement for mutual visa-free entry.

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China is expanding visa-free entry to more countries in bid to boost economy
1 month ago

China is expanding visa-free entry to more countries in bid to boost economy

Deccan Chronicle  

BEIJING: China announced Friday that it would expand visa-free entry to citizens of nine more countries as it seeks to boost tourism and business travel to help revive a sluggish economy. It restored the previous visa-free access for citizens of Brunei and Singapore in July 2023, and then expanded visa-free entry to six more countries — France, Germany, Italy, the …

China is expanding visa-free entry to more countries in bid to boost economy
1 month ago

China is expanding visa-free entry to more countries in bid to boost economy

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China announced Friday that it would expand visa-free entry to nine more countries as it seeks to boost tourism and business travel to help revive a sluggish economy. Japan was one of the three countries with visa-free entry before the pandemic, and the government had repeatedly requested an early resumption, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters in …

Thailand extends visa-free entry for Indians; discover other visa-free destinations
1 month, 1 week ago

Thailand extends visa-free entry for Indians; discover other visa-free destinations

Hindustan Times  

Thailand has indefinitely extended its visa-free entry policy for Indian nationals. And if you're dreaming of a quick escape without the hassle of visa applications, here are some Asian destinations open to Indian travellers Loved for its party scenes, pristine beaches, ancient temples and fabulous food, Thailand is one of the top travel stops in Asia What does visa-free travel …

Bangkok beckons: Thailand extends visa-free entry for Indian tourists — all you need to know
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bangkok beckons: Thailand extends visa-free entry for Indian tourists — all you need to know

Live Mint  

Thailand has extended the visa-free entry policy for Indian travellers. However, the elimination of documentation increased the number of Indian tourists to around 16.17 million between January and mid-October this year. Thailand’s visa-entry policy was introduced in November 2023 and has been attracting many Indian tourists since then. Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar and Vietnam have witnessed around 70 million …

Visa-free policies bearing fruit
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Visa-free policies bearing fruit

China Daily  

YANG MEINI/FOR CHINA DAILY For Akenarong Suksupakit, the chic cafes in Shanghai, the bustling Hongya Cave commercial district in Chongqing and the giant panda base in Chengdu, Sichuan province, are no longer just destinations on a map — they are key stops for his travel business. The policy change has not only opened doors for curious Thai tourists eager to …

Visa-free policies bearing fruit
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Visa-free policies bearing fruit

China Daily  

YANG MEINI/FOR CHINA DAILY For Akenarong Suksupakit, the chic cafes in Shanghai, the bustling Hongya Cave commercial district in Chongqing and the giant panda base in Chengdu, Sichuan province, are no longer just destinations on a map — they are key stops for his travel business. The policy change has not only opened doors for curious Thai tourists eager to …

Visa-free policies bearing fruit
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Visa-free policies bearing fruit

China Daily  

China Daily| Updated :2024-08-07 YANG MEINI/FOR CHINA DAILY For Akenarong Suksupakit, the chic cafes in Shanghai, the bustling Hongya Cave commercial district in Chongqing and the giant panda base in Chengdu, Sichuan province, are no longer just destinations on a map — they are key stops for his travel business. The policy change has not only opened doors for curious …

Expanded visa-free policy shows positive results in boosting visits
8 months ago

Expanded visa-free policy shows positive results in boosting visits

China Daily  

The number of foreigners coming to China in the first quarter of this year increased by more than three times compared with the same period in 2023, data recently released by the National Immigration Administration show. In the past few months, China has introduced a number of visa optimization measures, including reducing the content of visa application forms, reducing visa …

Expanded visa-free policy shows positive results in boosting visits
8 months ago

Expanded visa-free policy shows positive results in boosting visits

China Daily  

Inbound passengers go through entry procedures at Haikou Meilan International Airport in Hainan province on March 1. In the past few months, China has introduced a number of visa optimization measures, including reducing the content of visa application forms, reducing visa fees, simplifying the examination and approval procedures, and piloting visa-free policies for some countries, providing more convenience for foreigners' …

Countries embrace returning Chinese travelers for Lunar New Year and beyond
10 months, 1 week ago

Countries embrace returning Chinese travelers for Lunar New Year and beyond

China Daily  

A Chinese tourist poses for photos in a street in Bangkok, Thailand, Feb. 4, 2024. Singapore, which also signed a visa-free agreement with China last month, experienced a recovery in its tourism sector last year, with the Chinese mainland topping its tourist spending chart. "We are creating a comprehensive tourism product that will move all Chinese visitors," said Dimitris Fragakis, …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said: "It's important that peoples from the two countries have …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said: "It's important that peoples from the two countries have …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said: "It's important that peoples from the two countries have …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said: "It's important that peoples from the two countries have …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

By YANG WANLI in Bangkok | China Daily| Updated :2024-01-29 China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, …

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China, Thailand sign visa exemption pact

China Daily  

China and Thailand signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports and passports for public affairs on Sunday. At a news conference in the Thai capital, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said: "It's important that peoples from the two countries have …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 1 week ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 1 week ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 1 week ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Friendly visa policies to help boost tourism

China Daily  

As the global tourism industry continues to woo Chinese travelers, China is reciprocating the gesture of goodwill by offering more friendly visa policies to attract overseas visitors and reignite inbound tourism, making it a strong driver for economic development. Yang Jinsong, director of the International Institute at the China Tourism Academy, said that China's visa-free policy has demonstrated its well-intentioned …

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors

China Daily  

Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese tourists starting on March 1, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Tuesday after a Cabinet meeting in Bangkok. After negotiations with related Chinese authorities, the Thai government has now opted to adopt a permanent visa-free policy for Chinese tourists starting on March 1, Srettha said at a news conference following the …

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors

China Daily  

Chinese visitors tour in Bangkok, Thailand in this file photo of Oct 7, 2023. Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese tourists starting on March 1, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Tuesday after a Cabinet meeting in Bangkok. After negotiations with related Chinese authorities, the Thai government has now opted to adopt a permanent visa-free policy for …

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors

China Daily  

By YANG WANLI in Bangkok| China Daily| Updated :2024-01-04 Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese tourists starting on March 1, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Tuesday after a Cabinet meeting in Bangkok. After negotiations with related Chinese authorities, the Thai government has now opted to adopt a permanent visa-free policy for Chinese tourists starting on March …

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand set to permanently waive visa for Chinese visitors

China Daily  

Chinese visitors tour in Bangkok, Thailand in this file photo of Oct 7, 2023. Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese tourists starting on March 1, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Tuesday after a Cabinet meeting in Bangkok. After negotiations with related Chinese authorities, the Thai government has now opted to adopt a permanent visa-free policy for …

Indonesia may issue free entry visas to Indian travellers. Details here
1 year ago

Indonesia may issue free entry visas to Indian travellers. Details here

Live Mint  

In an effort to push up tourist visits and bring a multiplier effect on the economy, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism has proposed issuing free entry visas to travelers from 20 countries including India. "The ministry proposed 20 countries with the highest foreign tourists, except for those with existing visa exemptions," Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno …

Malaysia unveils visa-free entry for Indian nationals from December 1
1 year ago

Malaysia unveils visa-free entry for Indian nationals from December 1

Live Mint  

Citizens of China and India will be granted visa-free entry to Malaysia for a duration of up to 30 days from December 1, as announced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during a speech at the People's Justice Party congress on Sunday. Recently, China revealed plans to implement visa-free entry for citizens of Malaysia and several European countries starting next month. …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she said, adding that the measure is …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she said, adding that the measure is …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2023-11-28 China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she said, adding that …

Three countries where Indians can go visa-free this holiday season
1 year ago

Three countries where Indians can go visa-free this holiday season

Live Mint  

Ahead of the Christmas vacation, several Asian countries have recently announced that they are implementing visa-free entry for visitors from India and other countries. While announcing the development, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that the waiver was an additional facility to the existing visa exemptions currently enjoyed by Gulf nations and other West Asian countries. Sri Lanka Sri Lanka has …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

Foreigners at Beijing Daxing International Airport. China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

Foreigners at Beijing Daxing International Airport. China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

Foreigners at Beijing Daxing International Airport. China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

Foreigners at Beijing Daxing International Airport. China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she …

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations
1 year ago

China to allow visa-free entry for 6 nations

China Daily  

Foreigners at Beijing Daxing International Airport. China will grant unilateral visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers holding ordinary passports of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday. Citizens of the five European countries and Malaysia can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, family visit and transit purposes, she …

Thailand extends visa-free entry to Indian, Taiwanese tourists for six months
1 year, 1 month ago

Thailand extends visa-free entry to Indian, Taiwanese tourists for six months

Live Mint  

In an effort to attract more tourists as the high season approaches, Thailand has announced the temporary removal of visa requirements for travellers from India and Taiwan starting next month and continuing until May 2024. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin informed reporters that travellers from India and Taiwan will enjoy visa-free entry to Thailand from November 10th to May 10th this …

Thailand in drive to draw Chinese to visit country
1 year, 9 months ago

Thailand in drive to draw Chinese to visit country

China Daily  

Thailand's tourism authority and Beijing-based CTG Travel sign a letter of intent on Feb 22. To enrich their travel experience, the tourism bureau has now prepared about 200 community activities to guide visitors to Thailand to enjoy local life and the Thai culture. "The Thai government attaches great importance to the travel experience of Chinese visitors, in which visa applications …

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