China Visa-Free Entry Countries – The Full List!

Since July 2023, China has continuously expanded its list of unilateral visa-free entry countries. 

While accelerating the recovery of international passenger flights, this move has also brought greater convenience to international tourists planning to visit China or considering it as a travel destination.

As of September 2024, China unilaterally grants visa-free entry to 18 countries and reciprocal visa-free entry to 25 countries, demonstrating a proactive stance in attracting international tourists.

Unilateral Visa-Free Entry Countries
EUROPEAustria

Belgium

Cyprus (from October 15)

Denmark (starting date to be confirmed)

France

Germany

Greece (from October 15)

Hungary

Ireland

Italy

Luxembourg

Norway (starting date to be confirmed)

The Netherlands

Poland

Portugal (from October 15)

Slovenia (from October 15)

Spain

Switzerland

ASIABrunei

OCEANIAAustralia

New Zealand

Notes for Unilateral Visa-Free Entry into China:
The policy is currently on trial and is effective until December 31, 2025.

The maximum stay allowed under visa-free entry is 15 days.

The visa-free policy applies only to entry and exit ports in the Chinese mainland.

Reciprocal Visa-Free Entry Countries
ASIAArmenia

Georgia

Kazakhstan

Malaysia

Maldives

Qatar

Singapore

Thailand

UAE

EUROPEAlbania

Belarus

Bosnia and Herzegovina

San Marino

Serbia

AMERICASAntigua and Barbuda

Bahamas

Barbados

Dominica

Ecuador

Grenada

Suriname

OCEANIAFiji

Tonga

AFRICAMauritius

Seychelles

Notes for Reciprocal Visa-Free Entry into China:Single stay not exceeding 30 days from the date of entry, with a cumulative stay not exceeding 90 days within 180 days.

The visa-free policy is permanent in principle, but will be updated according to future policy changes.

The visa-free policy applies only to entry and exit ports in the Chinese mainland.

Visa-Free Travel Policy FAQsAs China continues to expand its list of countries eligible for visa-free entry, many readers planning trips to the People’s Republic of China have raised numerous queries regarding this policy. 

In response to these questions, the Chinese National Immigration Administration has provided official clarifications on various aspects.

For answers to common questions about China’s visa-free travel policy and more information on recent developments, please click the link below:

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