According to the National Immigration Administration of China, China grants unilateral visa exemption to 50 countries. In total, 75 countries are eligible for either unilateral or mutual visa exemption.
Which countries enjoy unilateral visa exemption?
- 35 European countries: France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Russia, the United Kingdom, Poland, Portugal, etc.
- 7 Asian countries: Brunei, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.
- 6 American countries: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Canada.
- 2 Oceanian countries: Australia, New Zealand.
What other visa exemption policies are available?
Mutual Visa Exemption: China has concluded mutual visa exemption agreements with numerous countries, permitting a maximum stay of 30 days per entry.
Transit Visa Exemption: Nationals from 55 countries are eligible for the 240-hour transit visa exemption, with a maximum stay of 10 days.
Hainan Visa Exemption: Citizens of 59 countries may enter Hainan visa-free and stay for up to 30 days.