Thailand Visas for Chinese Nationals
Live, retire, study or invest in Thailand — with full Chinese-language support.
Thailand is one of the most popular long-stay destinations for Chinese nationals — for retirement, children’s education, remote work and property investment. Gateway Siam guides you through every Thai visa in Chinese, with fixed, transparent fees.
Chinese passport holders qualify for the full range of long-stay Thai visas — the DTV for remote workers, the Non-ED for students and families, retirement and LTR routes, and property-linked long-stay options. Thailand’s proximity, cost of living and China-friendly cities make it a natural choice.
The hard part is usually documentation: Chinese bank statements, notarized and translated papers, and embassy steps. We prepare everything to Thai immigration’s standard and support you throughout in Chinese — including on WeChat.
The right visa for Chinese nationals
DTV (Destination Thailand Visa)
from ฿14,9005-year multiple-entry visa for remote workers, freelancers and soft-power activities such as Muay Thai or Thai cooking courses. A flexible long-stay base.
View details →Education Visa (Non-ED)
from ฿15,900For language study or enrolling children in Thai and international schools — a popular route for Chinese families relocating to Thailand. We handle school matching too.
View details →Retirement Visa
from ฿19,900For over-50s settling in Thailand. We structure the ฿800k deposit or ฿65k/month income evidence, plus bank and insurance setup.
View details →LTR (Long-Term Resident)
from ฿49,90010-year residency for pensioners, professionals and high-net-worth individuals, with fast-track immigration and other privileges.
View details →Why Chinese nationals choose Gateway Siam
Full Chinese service, on WeChat
Every step explained in Chinese, with support on WeChat — no navigating Thai-language immigration on your own.
Fixed, transparent fees
You see our service fee before you commit. Government and embassy fees are charged separately at cost — never marked up.
Familiar with Chinese documents
We know how Chinese bank statements, notarizations and translations map onto Thai immigration requirements, and prepare them accordingly.
End to end
From the visa application to the 90-day report after arrival, one team manages the whole journey.
Chinese nationals — common questions
- Can Chinese nationals live in Thailand long term?
- Yes. Chinese passport holders qualify for long-stay visas including the DTV, Retirement Visa, LTR and Education visa. We recommend the right route after reviewing your situation.
- Which Thailand visa suits a Chinese retiree?
- Most over-50s use the Retirement Visa, which needs an ฿800,000 deposit or ฿65,000/month income. Higher-means retirees may prefer the 10-year LTR. We advise once we understand your circumstances.
- Can I bring my children to study in Thailand?
- Yes. The Education Visa (Non-ED) covers Thai and international schools as well as language courses. We help with school matching, admission documents and the visa application.
- Can I use Chinese bank statements and documents?
- Yes. Chinese bank statements and proof of funds can be used once properly translated and notarized. We tell you exactly which documents are needed and help you prepare them correctly.
- Note on approvals
- Final visa decisions rest with Thai immigration and embassy officials. We maximise the strength of your application and manage the process, but no agent can guarantee an outcome.
Ready to make Thailand home?
Start with a free, no-obligation assessment. We will tell you exactly which visa fits and what it takes.