Key Points
- China expanded its visa-free transit policy on July 15, 2024, for foreign nationals entering via specific airports
Overview
The government of China expanded its visa-free transit policy on July 15, 2024. The maximum period of stay permitted under the transit policy is 144 hours. The policy now includes Zhengzhou Airport in Henan Province. In Yunnan Province, it covers Lijiang Sanyi International Airport, Mohan Railway Port, and Kunming Changshui International Airport. Additionally, it extends to nine cities: Kunming, Lijiang, Yuxi, Pu’er, Chuxiong, Dali, Xishuangbanna, Honghe, and Wenshan.
Citizens of 54 countries with valid travel documents and a connecting ticket to a third country can stay in these areas without a visa. Travelers can engage in tourism, business, and family visits during this time. However, work, study, and journalism require a pre-arrival visa.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of China’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: National Immigration Administration, Government of China
