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Hong Kong (SAR China) to Thailand visa requirements

No visa needed for current short visits. As of 2026-06-21, HKSAR ordinary passport holders are still shown in official guidance as eligible for Thailand's 60-day visa exemption, but a Cabinet-approved 2026 revision is pending Royal Gazette effect and would move Hong Kong to its 30-day bilateral exemption once implemented. TDAC is mandatory before arrival. Holders of a Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) ordinary passport can currently enter Thailand without a visa for tourism or short-term business engagements for up to 60 days per entry under Thailand's P.60 visa-exemption scheme. This is supported by the Hong Kong Immigration Department's current Thailand entry listing and the Thai Department of Consular Affairs P.60 list, both of which include Hong Kong. Thailand also has a separate ordinary-passport bilateral visa-exemption agreement with Hong Kong for 30 days. That bilateral rule matters because Thailand's Cabinet approved a May 2026 revision to revoke the 60-day exemption scheme; official TAT guidance says the revision takes effect only 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette and that current entry conditions remain in place until then. As of this verification date, travelers should plan on the currently published 60-day allowance but re-check official Thai Consulate, MFA, or Royal Gazette updates close to departure. All non-Thai nationals, including HKSAR passport holders, must complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 3 days before arrival. For longer stays or non-covered purposes, apply for the appropriate visa through the official Thai e-Visa portal.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-01
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-07-01
Visa type
Visa exemption (P.60 current; 30-day bilateral fallback pending)
Maximum stay
Up to 60 days per entry as of 2026-06-21; pending revision would move Hong Kong to 30 days once effective
per entry
Entries
Multiple short visits, subject to immigration officer discretion
from issue date
Visa fee
THB 0 (no visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
No visa application for eligible short visits; TDAC required online before arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport should be valid at least 6 months; TDAC must be filed within 3 days before arrival
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm the rule before travel
As of 2026-06-21, official sources still show HKSAR ordinary passports eligible for the 60-day P.60 exemption. Because Thailand has approved a rollback pending Royal Gazette effect, re-check Thai Consulate, MFA, or Royal Gazette updates before departure.
· 60 days current· 30-day rollback pending
/02
Check passport and trip basics
Use a HKSAR ordinary passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity and a blank page for the entry stamp. Keep onward or return travel details, accommodation information, and funds evidence available in case an officer asks.
· HKSAR ordinary passport· 6 months validity
/03
Submit the Thailand Digital Arrival Card
Complete the free TDAC online at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days before arrival. Save the confirmation for airline and immigration checks.
· Free· Within 3 days· Mandatory
/04
Enter Thailand under visa exemption
At immigration, present your passport and TDAC confirmation. The officer grants the permitted stay shown on the entry stamp, currently up to 60 days under the P.60 exemption.
· No visa fee· Entry stamp
/05
Use e-Channel only if eligible
HKSAR passport holders may use Thailand's automated immigration clearance only if entering under visa exemption and if the current passport already has a Thai immigration entry stamp from a previous visit.
· Prior Thai stamp required
/06
Apply for a visa if your purpose is not covered
For work, study, long stays, or trips beyond the exemption/extension framework, apply through the official Thai e-Visa system instead of relying on visa-free entry.
· e-Visa for longer stays
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
Hong Kong (SAR China) -> Thailand · Visa exemption (P.60 current; 30-day bilateral fallback pending)
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RequiredHKSAR ordinary passport valid at least 6 months
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredThailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) submitted online within 3 days before arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward travel details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation address in Thailand
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedFunds evidence if requested by airline or immigration
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredOfficial re-check of Thailand's pending 2026 visa-exemption revision before departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel insurance covering medical care
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesHong Kong Immigration Department - Visa-free access for HKSAR PassportThai Department of Consular Affairs - 60-day visa exemption (P.60) listThai Department of Consular Affairs - Bilateral ordinary-passport exemption list
Application link included: Hong Kong Immigration Department - Visa-free access for HKSAR Passport
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-exempt entryTHB 0No visa fee for eligible HKSAR ordinary passport holders
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)THB 0Mandatory online arrival card through the official Immigration Bureau portal
Thai e-Visa for longer or non-covered staysVariesUse the official e-Visa portal if your purpose or stay length is not covered by visa exemption
Total estimateTHB 0 — Varies by visa typeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-exempt entry
At immigration on arrival
No advance visa application for eligible short visits; the permitted stay is shown on the entry stamp.
TDAC
Online within 3 days before arrival
Free online arrival card required for non-Thai nationals entering by air, land, or sea.
Thai e-Visa
Consulate processing time varies
Required for purposes or stay lengths outside visa exemption.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Pending 2026 rollback
Thailand's Cabinet has approved ending the 60-day scheme, but official guidance says it takes effect only after Royal Gazette publication and a 15-day waiting period.
High
/02
TDAC not submitted
TDAC is mandatory for non-Thai arrivals. Missing it can delay airline or immigration processing.
Medium
/03
Border officer discretion
Permission to enter and the exact permitted stay are decided by immigration on arrival.
Medium
/04
Wrong trip purpose
Visa exemption is for tourism and short-term business engagements. Employment, study, or long-stay plans require the appropriate visa.
Medium
/05
Frequent back-to-back entries
Repeated short entries can trigger questions about residence or work intent.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-07-01
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21 · major
Codex re-verified Hong Kong to Thailand entry rules
Corrected the route from stale 30-day-only wording to the currently published 60-day P.60 visa exemption for HKSAR ordinary passport holders, added checked-date, preserved the 30-day bilateral agreement as the pending rollback fallback, and verified mandatory TDAC guidance.
2026-05-30
Hong Kong to Thailand route verified
Previously recorded Thailand as 30-day visa-free based on the bilateral exemption and early rollback reporting; superseded by the 2026-06-21 review showing current official guidance still lists the 60-day P.60 exemption until the 2026 revision takes effect.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa for Thailand?—
No. As of 2026-06-21, HKSAR ordinary passport holders are still listed in official guidance as eligible for visa-exempt entry to Thailand for up to 60 days per entry.
Is the stay 60 days or 30 days?+
Is TDAC mandatory?+
Can HKSAR passport holders use Thai e-Channel?+
Can I work in Thailand visa-free?+
Where should I apply if I need a visa?+
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