Dec 17, 2024 · The National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced today that it will fully relax and optimize the visa-free transit policy, which is effective immediately. The stay duration for foreign nationals eligible for visa-free transit has been extended from the previous 72 hours and 144 hours to 240 hours (10 days).

Dec 18, 2024 · In addition to the new 10-day transit policy, China has introduced other visa-free initiatives: 30-Day Visa-Free Policy : Citizens of 38 countries—including France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, and Switzerland—can enjoy visa-free stays in China for up to 30 days.

If you're planning to visit China as part of a multi-country trip, the newly updated 240-hour visa-free transit policy allows you to stay in China for up to 10 days without needing a visa. Here’s a guide on how to plan your trip to make the most of this exciting opportunity. What is China 240-Hour Visa Free Transit Policy?

Dec 17, 2024 · China has made a groundbreaking update to its visa-free transit policy, increasing the maximum stay duration for eligible travelers from 72 or 144 hours to a generous 240 hours—equivalent to 10 days. This significant change aims to …

Dec 17, 2024 · China expands transit visa-free policy: Stay extended to 240 hours (10 days), with 21 new airports added across 24 provinces. Available for 54 countries' citizens. Planning to visit China in 2025? This policy offers enhanced accessibility.

Dec 17, 2024 · China announced on Tuesday a significant relaxation of its visa-free transit policy, extending the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers from the original 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days. Effective immediately, 21 additional ports have been designated for visa-free entry and exit, and the areas in which transit travelers can ...

Jan 9, 2025 · Citizens from 54 countries are eligible for a 240-hour (10 days) visa-free transit policy in China. However, if you have a record of violating Chinese laws, you may not be permitted to enter China for any purpose even if you are from one of these countries.

China announced on December 17 a significant relaxation of its visa-free transit policy, extending the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers from the original 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days.

Dec 17, 2024 · Starting today, mainland China has fully relaxed and optimised its visa-free transit policy for foreigners, extending the permitted stay to 10 days and adding 21 new applicable entry points.

As China continues to relax its visa policies, citizens from 38 countries, including Australia, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Singapore, Malaysia, and more, can now enjoy visa-free travel to China for up to 30 days. In addition, China now offers a 10-day visa-free transit policy to welcome international visitors further.