For International Travelers:
- 47 countries now eligible for visa-free entry to China
- Policy extended through December 31, 2026
- 30-day maximum stay for most eligible countries
- 144-hour transit visa-free expanded to 55 countries
- Business, tourism, and family visits all covered
- New additions include Canada and United Kingdom
China has officially extended its unilateral visa-free policy through December 31, 2026, covering 47 countries across Europe, Asia, Oceania, and South America. This landmark decision makes China more accessible than ever for international travelers.
The visa-free policy now includes:
- Europe (33 countries): France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Serbia, Czech Republic, and newly added Sweden
- Asia (7 countries): Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Brunei, Philippines, Indonesia, Kazakhstan
- Oceania (2 countries): Australia, New Zealand
- South America (5 countries): Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay
- North America (new): Canada (added 2026), United Kingdom (added 2026)
Eligible travelers can stay up to 30 days for:
- Tourism
- Business meetings
- Family visits
- Cultural exchanges
- Transit
For stays exceeding 30 days or other purposes, traditional visa application remains required.
Separately, China's 144-hour (6-day) transit visa-free policy now applies to 55 countries across 65 designated ports of entry, including major hubs like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu.
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