Multiple entry visa allowed for expats from two SARs

Foreign residents living in Hong Kong and Macao can apply for multiple-entry visas to the Chinese mainland with a validity period of up to five years by following a simplified procedure.

China expands visa-free transit policy to more ports

All of Henan province and nine cities in Yunnan province have been expanded to fall within the scope of the 144-hour visa-free transit policy, effective July 15.

China implements visa-free entry policy for cruise ship passengers

The National Immigration Administration announced to fully implement on May 15 a visa-free entry policy for foreign tourist groups arriving by cruise ships in coastal provinces of China, and the policy is effective immediately.

China extends visa-free policy for 12 countries

According to the Foreign Ministry, China will extend the visa-free policy for short-term visits for 12 countries - France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Australia, Belgium, and Luxembourg - until the end of 2025.

China and Georgia approve mutual visa exemption

China and Georgia are set to waive visa requirements for travelers starting May 28.

Transit passengers treated to free half-day tours

China's major travel agency Trip.com recently introduced a half-day tour service aiming to give transit passengers a glimpse into Shanghai's allure.

Visa-free policies

China has implemented various visa-free policies to facilitate travel for foreign nationals visiting the country. They include transit visa-free arrangements, unilateral and mutual visa-free policies for certain countries, visa-free entry through shipping cruise ports and more.

China grants visa waiver to Finland

China has decided to implement a unilateral visa-free policy for Finland in a move to welcome more Finnish friends to start businesses, travel and study in China.