China Visa-Free Checker 2026
50 countries can enter China visa-free in 2026. Type your country below to check instantly, or browse the full visa-free list.
Visa policies change frequently and the mutual-exemption list shown here is partial. Always confirm with the National Immigration Administration or your nearest Chinese embassy before booking.
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Browse all 50 countries on China’s 2026 unilateral visa-free list — each qualifies for visa-free entry of up to 30 days.
Visa policies change frequently and the mutual-exemption list shown here is partial. Always confirm with the National Immigration Administration or your nearest Chinese embassy before booking.
Key Details
The rules behind the checker, confirmed against official sources.
Up to 30 days
Business, tourism, family visits, exchange and transit all qualify.
Counted from the day after you enter — ideal for a 1–3 week trip.
An ordinary passport from one of the 50 listed countries, entered through any open port.
Must be valid for the whole of your stay — most airlines expect at least 6 months.
Not on the list? 240-hour visa-free transit may still cover your route.
Last updated: May 2026
China Visa-Free FAQ
Citizens of 50 countries can enter visa-free for up to 30 days, and a further 29 countries qualify under mutual exemption agreements. The full 50-country list is on this page — but always double-check with the National Immigration Administration before you book.
Up to 30 days, counted from the day after you arrive — enough for a typical 1–3 week trip.
No. Visa-free entry covers tourism, business, family visits, exchange and transit. Work, study, residence and journalism still require a visa.
Apply for a tourist visa, or check whether your route qualifies for 240-hour visa-free transit. The full visa guide explains both.
Border officers may ask to see proof of onward travel. It is safest to carry a return or onward ticket plus a hotel booking.
🛂 Still need a visa?
If your passport is not on the list, apply for a tourist visa or check 240-hour visa-free transit — the full visa guide covers both.
Official sources: National Immigration Administration (NIA) · CNTO · Chinese Embassy in your country