China Visa Policy Checker
Find out if you need a visa, how long you can stay, and what type of entry you qualify for.
查询你是否需要签证、能呆多久、适用哪种入境政策
✈️ 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit 过境免签
Even if your country isn't on the 30-day visa-free list, you may still enter China without a visa using the 240-hour (10-day) transit policy if you're transiting to a third country.
Requirements:
- ✅ Confirmed onward ticket to a different country (not your origin)
- ✅ Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
- ✅ Stay within designated areas of the entry city/province
- ✅ Entry through designated ports (major airports and some land borders)
- ❌ Cannot travel to Tibet Autonomous Region without separate permit
💡 Pro Tip: Many travelers from visa-required countries use the 240-hour transit policy. Book a flight from your home country → China → a third country (e.g., Japan, Korea, Thailand). You get 10 days in China without a visa!
Countries Eligible for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
Visa policies change frequently. This information is based on the latest available data (May 2025) but may not reflect the most recent changes. Always verify with the Chinese embassy or consulate in your country before traveling. The 30-day visa-free policy is currently a trial program (December 2024 - November 2025) and may be extended or modified.