China has increased the maximum permitted stay for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Card holders from 60 days to 90 days, effective Nov 1, 2026.

The APEC Business Travel Card facilitates short-term business travel within the APEC region by streamlining entry into APEC economies. Applicants need to submit only one application for permission to enter participating economies.

Successful applicants from fully participating economies receive a five-year card that serves as entry authorization to other fully participating economies that have granted pre-clearance, with permitted stays varying by destination.

Sources: Official WeChat account of the Department of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; official website of APEC