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China visa free countries 2026

China Visa Free Countries 2026: Complete List & Practical Travel Guide Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs PRC, National Immigration Administration, Consular Service Center

In 2026, Chinese passport holders enjoy expanded visa-free access worldwide. This guide covers mutual visa exemption and unilateral visa-free policies, with stay days, validity, and entry rules for direct trip planning.


Key Definitions

  • Mutual Visa Exemption: Two-way free entry for ordinary passports, mostly long-term valid
  • Unilateral Visa-Free: Destination offers free entry to Chinese citizens (some trial/limited time)
  • General Rules: Passport valid ≥6 months; return ticket & hotel booking required; some need electronic arrival card
  • Stay Limits: For tourism/business only; no work or extension allowed

Mutual Visa-Free Countries (Long-Term Valid 2026)

Asia

Singapore (30d, SGAC required), Malaysia (30d, MDAC required), Thailand (60d), UAE (30d), Qatar (30d), Maldives (30d), Kazakhstan (30d), Uzbekistan (30d), Georgia (90d), Armenia (90d), Azerbaijan (30d)

Europe

Serbia (30d), Bosnia & Herzegovina (30d), Albania (90d), Belarus (30d), San Marino (via Italy)

Americas

Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Ecuador, Suriname, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda

Africa

Mauritius, Seychelles

Oceania

Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Solomon Islands


Unilateral Visa-Free for Chinese Citizens (2026)

Asia

Turkey (90d per 180d), Philippines (14d, select airports), Russia (30d, valid until Sep 14, 2026), Iran, Oman, Brunei, South Korea (Jeju Island), Vietnam (Phu Quoc Island)

Africa

Morocco, Tunisia, Zambia, Mozambique, Benin, Angola

Americas

Haiti, St. Kitts and Nevis


China Visa-Free Policy for Foreign Visitors (2026)

From Feb 17, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026, China grants 30-day visa-free entry for ordinary passport holders from:

  • Europe: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Ireland, Portugal, etc.
  • Asia: Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain
  • Americas: UK, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay
  • Oceania: Australia, New Zealand

Practical Travel Tips 2026

  1. Double-check official updates 1 day before departure
  2. Prepare return tickets, hotel bookings, and proof of funds
  3. Complete electronic arrival cards in advance for faster clearance
  4. Visa-free does not guarantee entry; abide by local laws and stay limits



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