30-Day Unilateral Visa-Free Policy
Enter China without a visa for up to 30 days. Available to citizens of 47 designated countries.
Policy Description
Citizens of 47 designated countries who hold an ordinary passport may enter mainland China without any visa for up to 30 calendar days. The stay is counted from 00:00 on the day after entry until 24:00 on the 30th calendar day.
Example
Ms. Lea Müller, a German backpacker, flies Frankfurt → Beijing on 3 Oct 2025. Immigration stamps her passport "30-day visa-free". She must depart no later than 1 Nov 2025.
Cost & Processing Time
Cost
USD 0
No fee is charged for the waiver itself
Processing Time
Instant
At the port of entry; no advance application required
Typical Use Cases
Independent or Package Sightseeing
Perfect for tourists exploring China's attractions
Visiting Friends/Relatives
Family visits and personal connections
Short-term Business Meetings
Business travel and conferences
Transit Layovers
Provided the onward ticket is within 30 days
Eligible Nationalities
Valid through 31 Dec 2025 unless noted otherwise
Europe (32)
Oceania (2)
Asia (4)
Latin America (5)
West Asia & N. Africa (4)
Special Extensions:
- • Latin American countries: Extended to 31 May 2026
- • West Asia & North Africa countries: Valid to 8 Jun 2026
Sources
Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Q&A:
Official Q&A on 30-Day Visa-Free Policy for 47 Countries