Visa and Immigration Procedures to China

Effective from 30th July 2024, China is now offering 144-hour visa-free transit access to some countries.The 144-hour visa-free transit policy allows travelers from certain countries to enter and stay in specific regions of China without a visa for up to 144 hours (six days). This policy is designed for passengers transiting through China and allows them to explore certain cities and regions during their layover.
Eligible Travelers:
The policy applies to citizens of 53 countries, including most EU countries, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and South Korea. Eligible Area of Entry:
Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, Shanghai-Jiangsu-Zhejiang region, Guangdong Province, Sichuan Province,Shaanxi Province, Yunnan Province, Fujian Province.
■Steps to Apply:
　1. Arrival: Upon arrival at the eligible port of entry, inform immigration officers that you intend to use the 144-hour visa-free transit policy.
　2. Documentation: Provide your passport, onward ticket, and possibly proof of accommodation for your stay.
　3 Duration: Once approved, you can stay for up to 144 hours, after which you must depart China.

Things/Items Allowed into China

Passengers aged 18 or above can freely import 400 individual cigarettes, 2 bottles of alcohol, and a reasonable amount of perfume. Precious items like laptops, cameras, and jewelry must be declared on your air ticket upon arrival to avoid any limitations while leaving China.

Things/Items Forbidden out of China

・Precious Jewels and Metals ・Pornographic Material ・Beef ・Sheep or Lamb Meat ・Valuable Animals, Plants and Seeds

Things/Items Forbidden into China

・Guns and Ammunition ・Explosives and Explosive Materials ・Radio Receivers or Transmitters ・Knives and Weapons ・Drugs

China - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights toBeijing Capital International Airport・Hong Kong International Airport
・Ninoy Aquino International Airport
・Taoyuan International Airport
・Cairo International Airport
・Hamad International Airport
etc.

Airports handling direct flights toShanghai Pudong International Airport・Charles de Gaulle Airport ・Kuala Lumpur International Airport ・Frankfurt Airport ・Copenhagen Airport ・Istanbul Atatürk Airport etc.

Airports handling direct flights toGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport・Sheremetyevo International Airport ・Addis Ababa Bole International Airport ・King Khalid International Airport ・Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport ・Soekarno–Hatta International Airport etc.

Airports handling direct flights toChengdu Shuangliu International Airport・Ngurah Rai International Airport ・San Francisco International Airport ・Kuala Lumpur International Airport etc.

Airports handling direct flights toKunming Changshui International Airport・Yangon International Airport ・Hong Kong International Airport ・Incheon International Airport ・Bandaranaike International Airport ・Phuket International Airport etc.

Flight Routes to China

Travelers can find direct flights to China from major airports such as Cairo International Airport, Hamad International Airport, Taoyuan International Airport and Narita International Airport. One of China's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport, is close to the city and offers domestic flights to other locations within China.