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Visa requirements for China

Who can enter China, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of September 4, 2026.

Passport holders from 50 countries can enter China without a visa in advance. All 50 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

50 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
199 visa required

Visa-free entry

50 nationalities

Visa required in advance

199 nationalities

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About China

China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a country in East Asia. It is divided into 33 province-level divisions, including two special administrative regions. Beijing is the capital, while Shanghai is the most populous city by urban area. Its geography features the Central Plain, major rivers such as the Yangtze and Yellow River, deserts, subtropical and temperate forests, plateaus, and mountain ranges such as the Himalayas. It is the world's second-most populous country after India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion. Covering 9.6 million square kilometers (3,700,000 sq mi), it is the third largest country by area.

CapitalBeijing

RegionEastern Asia

Population1.4B

Area9,706,961 km²

CurrencyChinese yuan

LanguagesChinese

Calling code+86

Tourist arrivals30.4M (2020)

Climate in Beijing

Warmest June, coolest December, driest December.

January to December mean temp, Open-Meteo (2020)

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