China extends visa-free policy to Canada, UK
China Daily Website|
February 15, 2026
China has decided to extend its visa-free policy to ordinary passport holders from Canada and the United Kingdom starting Feb 17, the first day of the Chinese New Year holiday, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Feb 15, adding that the move aims to further facilitate cross-border travel.
According to the spokesperson, ordinary passport holders from Canada and the United Kingdom can enter China visa-free and stay for up to 30 days for purposes including business, tourism, visiting family or friends, exchanges and transit.
The policy will remain in effect until Dec 31.
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