Ⅰ Visa | Policy
Do you need a visa for China?
Learn about the latest policy now.
Ⅰ Visa | Policy
Do you need a visa for China?
Learn about the latest policy now.
Ⅱ Travel Essentials
A list of items that are easy to overlook and overlooked but you’ll definitely need while traveling in China
Ⅲ Travel Resources
Must-have apps in china for traveling and travel resources sharing.
Ⅳ Domestic Transportation
Intercity and intracity public transportation. And self-diving tour tips
Ⅴ Pay | Tax
Payment service and tax refund policy for overseas visitors.
Ⅵ Health | Safety
Medical Treatment and Purchasing Medication Call the police for help Emergency Contact Tap Water Extreme Weather Warnings Tips for Female Travelers Medical treatment flowchart International
Ⅶ Culture | Law
Laws & Regulations and a complete Guide to travel culture and etiquette in China.
VISA | Do you need a visa for China?
01.
Visa-Free Transit
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Stay duration
- 240 hours (10 days)
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Conditions
- Identity Conditions: 54 countries (regions)
- Document Requirements: Hold a valid international travel document with a remaining validity of at least 3 months and meet the entry requirements of the third – country (region).
- Itinerary Requirements: Have a confirmed connecting ticket or relevant proof to a third – country (region) within 240 hours, fill in the Entry Card for Temporary – entry Foreigners, and submit to inspection and questioning by the exit – entry border inspection authorities.
For more details
38 COUNTTRIES
Brunei, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Holland, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Australia, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Japan
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Visa Exemption
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Unilateral Visa Exemption Policy
- As of now, nationals of 38 countries can enter China without a visa for business, tourism, visiting family and friends, and transit purposes for up to 30 days.
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Comprehensive Mutual Visa Exemption
Holders of valid specified passports are permitted to stay for less than 30 days upon entry into the other contracting country.
If a passport holder intends to stay for over 30 days, he or she should go through residence formalities with the local authorities according to relevant regulations as soon as possible.
If necessary, the Chinese embassy, consulate or visa centre may require more additional documents.
01.
Prepare the required documents
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Basic documents
- A valid passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months when you enter China.
At least two blank pages for the visa.
- Completed visa application form and a recent passport-sized photograph.
- Proof of legal residence (for applicants not applying for the visa in their country of citizenship).
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Additional documents
Details of your planned visit (including arrival and departure dates, itinerary, accommodation arrangements, and so on)
Evidence of your flight reservation (round-trip) and hotel reservations.
- An invitation letter issued by a Chinese travel agency (or another authorized organization) or an individual in China.
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Submit your application
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Apply for your visa at your local Chinese Visa Application Service Centre via the website
You should submit your application at least four weeks in advance of your planned arrival date.
Latest Policy
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