ChinaAntarctica

What authorisation is required for China passport holders visiting Antarctica?

Special travel authorization

Antarctica does not operate a conventional immigration visa system.

Your expedition operator and the relevant national authority determine any notification, permit, or other authorization needed for the planned activity. Do not rely on a passport alone.

Source: Antarctic Treaty Secretariat: national competent authorities.

RequirementSpecial travel authorization

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

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 (1 USD ≈ 6.69 CNY)

LanguagesChinese

Calling code+86

Drives on theright

TimezoneShanghai (UTC+8)

Nearest airportBeijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 27 km

Emergency number110 / 119 / 120

UNESCO sites84

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$13,862 (2025)

Tourist arrivals30.4M (2020)

Climate in Beijing

Warmest June, coolest December, driest December, sunniest April. Best time to visit: June.

Monthly climate normals for Beijing, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.2°C	-6.1°C	3mm	243h
February	6.8°C	-4.3°C	25mm	236h
March	15.4°C	-0.2°C	14mm	308h
April	21.7°C	6.6°C	9mm	323h
May	27.6°C	14°C	27mm	278h
June	33°C	20.1°C	26mm	307h
July	30.7°C	20.5°C	100mm	273h
August	30.4°C	21.2°C	255mm	257h
September	26.1°C	15.2°C	48mm	292h
October	19°C	5.8°C	5mm	289h
November	10.9°C	0.1°C	31mm	231h
December	2.2°C	-7.2°C	1mm	258h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

China is one of the world's oldest civilizations. Its long and rich history is present in people's thinking and values, and in the art, architecture, and feats of engineering that remain from dynasties past. In addition to its bustling and futuristic cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen, China boasts an incredible array of breathtaking natural wonders like the karst landscapes of Guilin and granite peaks of Huangshan that have inspired painters and poets for generations.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027元旦

February 6, 2027春节

May 1, 2027劳动节

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