China continues to increase the number of countries with visa-free entry, welcome friends from all over the world.
May 15th
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian
Holds Regular Press Conference
During the press conference, a journalist asked about China's announcement of a visa-free policy for Brazil and four other countries at the Fourth Ministerial Conference of the Forum of China and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (China-CELAC Forum).
In response, Lin Jian stated that to further facilitate cross-border travel, China has decided to expand its visa-exemption program. From June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, ordinary passport holders from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay will be allowed visa-free entry into China for business, tourism, family visits, exchanges, or transit stays of up to 30 days.
Lin Jian emphasized that China will adhere to high-standard opening-up and introduce more measures to continuously enhance the convenience of cross-border travel.
"We welcome more international friends to take advantage of China’s visa-free and visa facilitation policies, visit China more often, and experience its vibrant culture, rich diversity, and dynamic energy," he added.
Since late last year,
China’s doors have opened even wider,
with a wave of new inbound policies rolling out one after another!
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First, China reached comprehensive visa exemption agreements with 26 countries, followed by unilateral 30-day visa-free entry for citizens of 38 countries, including France and Germany. Additionally, transit visa exemptions were expanded to 54 countries.
Previously, foreigners eligible for transit visa-free could only stay for 72 or 144 hours—now, the duration has been extended to 240 hours (10 full days)!
China's Visa Exemption Policy: Complete Country Lists (Updated)
1. Mutual Visa Exemption Countries (26)
Thailand, Singapore, Maldives, Kazakhstan, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, UAE, Barbados, Bahamas, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dominica, Ecuador, Fiji, Grenada, Qatar, Mauritius, Serbia, Seychelles, San Marino, Suriname, Tonga, Armenia, Georgia, Solomon Islands, Uzbekistan
Note:
Citizens of these countries holding ordinary passports can enter each other's territory visa-free for stays up to 30 days (for tourism, business, etc.). Longer stays, work, or study still require prior visa approval.
This policy covers all passport types, including diplomatic, official, and ordinary passports.
2. Unilateral Visa-Free Countries (38)
Brunei, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Australia, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Japan
Effective from November 30, 2024:
Ordinary passport holders from these nations can enter China visa-free for ≤30 days (business, tourism, family visits, exchanges, or transit). Those exceeding the limit or engaging in non-covered activities must obtain a visa.
3. Transit Visa Exemption Countries (54)
Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, Russia, UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Belarus, Norway, USA, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, UAE, Qatar
Key Rules:
Eligible travelers must hold confirmed onward tickets to a third country.
240-hour (10-day) stay permitted at 60 designated ports across 24 Chinese provinces.
Activities allowed: Tourism, business, family visits (work/study/media require prior visas).
Pro Tip:
For the latest updates, always check with Chinese embassies/consulates before travel.
We're excited that Brazil and other nations have joined China's visa-free program! These countries are important export markets for FER, where our Household Essentials Metal Egg Storage Kitchen Basket and 2 Tier Kitchen Small Storage Rack have been long-term bestsellers and customer favorites.
To our Latin American friends: Now that travel to China is easier, we warmly welcome you to visit both our beautiful country and our company. Let's explore more opportunities to share our quality products with your markets!