China•AsiaUnilateral Visa-Free Entry (48 Countries)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 30 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Citizens of 48 countries exempt from visa for stays up to 30 days for tourism, business, family visits, exchanges, or transit. Valid until December 31, 2026.
China offers visa-free entry for citizens of 48 countries including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Brazil, and others. This policy is valid until December 31, 2026.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AD, AT, AU, BE, BG, BN, CH, CY, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT, JP, KR, LI, LU, LV, MC, ME, MK, MT, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, PT, RO, SI, SK
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport of eligible country with 6+ months validity
Return ticket
Proof of onward travel within 30 days
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or housing arrangement
Proof of funds
Bank statement or credit card showing ability to support stay
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Advantages
- No visa application needed
- No visa fees
- Fast entry at immigration
- Valid until December 2026
- Supports business, tourism, family visits
Considerations
- Limited to 30 days only
- Not extendable
- Limited to eligible nationalities
- Must register accommodation within 24 hours
- Cannot apply for residency
Application Process
Verify eligibility
Confirm your nationality is on the 48-country list
Prepare travel documents
Valid passport, return ticket, proof of accommodation
Register accommodation
Upon arrival, register with police within 24 hours
Enter China
Present passport at immigration, no visa stamp required
Stay up to 30 days
Enjoy visa-free stay for tourism or business
Application Forms
Accommodation Registration
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