Citizens of 50 countries can enter China visa-free for 30 days for tourism, business, or family visits. Policy valid through Dec 31, 2026 (Russia until 2027). No extension; work/study not covered.
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Since 2025, China has implemented a unilateral visa‑free policy for 50 countries. Nationals of these countries holding valid ordinary passports may enter China without a visa for business, tourism, visiting family or friends, exchange visits, or transit, for stays not exceeding 30 days.
* Eligible Countries (50 in total)：
Europe (35): France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Poland, Slovenia, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom
Asia (7): Brunei, South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain
Oceania (2): Australia, New Zealand
Americas (6): Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Canada
* Validity Periods
- Brunei: indefinite (no expiry date)
- Russia: until December 31, 2027
- All other 48 countries: until December 31, 2026
It should be noted that this date represents the expiration of the currently effective policy. Whether it will be further extended at that time should be confirmed with the latest official notices issued by the Chinese authorities.
* Key Rules
The 30‑day stay is counted from midnight of the day following entry and allows a continuous stay of 30 calendar days.
Permitted purposes: business, tourism, visiting family/friends, exchange visits, and transit.
* Entry ports: all ports open to foreigners (sea, land, and air).
Multiple entries: eligible travelers may use the policy multiple times; currently no limits on the number of entries or total stay days.
* What If You Need to Stay Longer Than 30 Days?
The visa‑free entry cannot be extended. If you plan to stay over 30 days, you must obtain an appropriate visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate before traveling.
If you have already entered under the visa‑free policy and need to stay longer due to "legitimate reasons," you may apply for a stay permit from the local exit‑entry administration of the public security bureau. Approval and the length of stay are determined on a case‑by‑case basis.
Who Is Not Eligible?
Foreign nationals coming to China for work, study, or news coverage are not covered by this policy. Holders of travel documents, temporary or emergency documents (i.e., non‑ordinary passports) are also not eligible.
Note: Policies are subject to change. Please confirm the latest information with the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate, or via the official website of the National Immigration Administration before travel.
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