China Visa-Free Policy 2025: Everything Foreign Travelers Need to Know
Planning a trip to China? Great news! As of July 17, 2025, citizens from 75 countries can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days. Whether you’re traveling for business, tourism, family visits, or cultural exchanges, this policy simplifies your journey to explore the Middle Kingdom’s wonders—from the Great Wall to Zhangjiajie’s peaks, and Chengdu’s pandas to Shanghai’s skyline.
Read on for all details: eligibility, transit rules, and our hassle-free group visa service for those who don’t qualify.
1. Core Visa-Free Policy Details
- Validity: Up to 30 days (no extension allowed)
- Eligible Purposes: Business, tourism, family visits, cultural exchanges, or transit
- Entry Requirement: Must present a return/onward ticket (see transit rules below)
- Valid Until: July 17, 2025
2. List of 75 Eligible Countries
The visa-free policy applies to citizens of the following nations (sorted by region for clarity):
- Europe: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, San Marino, Serbia
- Asia-Pacific: New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Fiji, Maldives, Mauritius, Samoa, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Vanuatu (note: user list included 75, sorted for readability)
- Americas: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Bahamas, Dominica, Ecuador, Grenada, Suriname
- Middle East/Africa: Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
- Other: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Moldova
3. Transit Visa-Free Rule (10 Days)
For travelers in transit through China:
- Duration: Up to 10 days (counted from 00:00 the day after entry)
- Key Requirement: Return/onward ticket must transit via a third country/region (e.g., Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, Taiwan region, or another country)—direct return to your home country is not allowed.
4. Group Visa Service by QgoChina
If you’re not eligible for visa-free entry (e.g., your country isn’t on the list, or you need to stay longer than 30/10 days), we offer a convenient group visa service:
- Cost: $25 per person
- Minimum Group Size: 5 travelers
- Required Documents: Passport bio page (scan) + recent passport photo
- Processing Time: 5 working days
- No Extra Hassles: We handle all paperwork—you just focus on planning your trip!
Ready to Explore China?
China’s visa-free policy opens the door to unforgettable adventures—whether you’re chasing natural landscapes, ancient history, or modern cities. For personalized trip planning, visa assistance, or to book your group visa, contact QgoChina’s team today!
