Visiting China: dated, sourced answers

Every fact on this site shows when we last checked it and links to its source. Start with the rule that decides your trip.

• Visa-free after 31 December 2026: book now or wait?

  No extension announced as of 9 November 2026.

• Visa-free entry: who qualifies

  The 30-day list by region.

• 240-hour visa-free transit

  57 countries since 20 August 2026.

• Shanghai for first-time visitors

  Airport to city with dated fares.

• Rule changes

  Dated log of every change we track.