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If China has ever been on your must-visit list, there are various options when it comes to visas. For convenience and practicality, it\u2019s hard to go past a China Transit Visa if you\u2019re willing to comply with the visa\u2019s application requirements.<\/p>\n

For some time now, the Chinese Government has implemented visa-free travel for certain foreign passport holders, with travel periods extending to 24, 72, or 144 hours. And now even extended to 240 hours since December 17, 2024. If this kind of short-term travel option appeals to you, read on for more details that will help you make the most of your available time on a China Transit Visa.<\/p>\n\n\n

Who qualifies for a China Transit Visa and where can I get one?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While the China Transit Visa allows for considerable visa-free travel in China, it doesn\u2019t apply universally \u2013 to passport holders or ports of entry in China.<\/p>\n

Essentially, visa-free travel is an option if you\u2019re a foreign passport holder and in transit, that is, on your way, to a third country or region by plane, ship or train.<\/p>\n

Foreign travelers from all other countries in the world can apply for a 24-hour visa-free transit at all international ports of entry in China. Eligible foreign nationals from 55 countries can apply for the 240-hour visa-free transit at 65 ports in 24 provinces, autonomous regions, or municipalities. Among the many cities where these visas can be obtained are popular destinations like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xi\u2019an, Shenyang, Dalian, Hangzhou, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, and Xiamen. No more limited by the \u201cvisa-free transit zone\u201d, you can now enjoy the \u201ccross province\u201d travel in the \u201cpermitted stay areas\u201d that cover 24 specified provincial-level regions.<\/p>\n

If you are not eligible for China\u2019s transit visa exemption policy, your Transit or (G) Visa application will need to be made and completed prior to departure and can be obtained by visiting the visa office of the Chinese Embassy or Consulate, or Chinese Visa Application Service Center in your country. You will need a valid passport (at least 6 months of remaining validity) with at least one blank visa page in it, the application form, an acceptable photo, the valid visa of the country of destination, and the final destination air, train or ship tickets with confirmed travel date and seat.<\/p>\n\n\n

24 hours visa-free transit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you transit through China by airplane, ship or train, you are permitted to stay at the port for up to 24 hours. A Chinese visa is not required, however you will need to apply for a preliminary entry permit on arrival, and you will need to apply for temporary entry if you leave the port of entry. This visa exemption is available to all foreign travelers, and at all the accessible exit-entry ports in China..<\/p>\n\n\n

72\/144 hours extended to 240 hours visa-free transit<\/h2>\n\n\n

As of December 17, 2024, the previous 72\/144 hours visa-free transit in China has been extended to 240 hours (10 days). If you are a citizen from one of 55 countries around the world, you are permitted to transit through China to a third country or region within 240 hours without a Chinese visa. Instead, you can apply for visa-free transit on arrival at the specified Chinese border (65 eligible ports). This visa exemption is mainly available at 46 international airports in 43 specific cities (check the table below) as well as some passenger ports and a railway station.<\/p>\n\n\n

CITY<\/th>INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT<\/th>CITY<\/th>INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Beijing<\/strong><\/td>Beijing Capital International Airport
Beijing Daxing International Airport<\/td>		Shanghai<\/strong><\/td>Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Guangzhou<\/strong><\/td>Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport<\/td>Chengdu<\/strong><\/td>Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Xi\u2019an<\/strong><\/td>Xi\u2019an Xianyang International Airport<\/td>Chongqing<\/strong><\/td>Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Guilin<\/strong><\/td>Guilin Liangjiang International Airport<\/td>Zhangjiajie<\/strong><\/td>Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Changsha<\/strong><\/td>Changsha Huanghua International Airport<\/td>Dalian<\/strong><\/td>Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Fuzhou<\/strong><\/td>Fuzhou Changle International Airport<\/td>Guiyang<\/strong><\/td>Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Haikou<\/strong><\/td>Haikou Meilan International Airport<\/td>Hangzhou<\/strong><\/td>Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Harbin<\/strong><\/td>Harbin Taiping International Airport<\/td>Hefei<\/strong><\/td>Hefei Xinqiao International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Huangshan<\/strong><\/td>Huangshan Tunxi International Airport<\/td>Jieyang<\/strong><\/td>Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Jinan<\/strong><\/td>Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport<\/td>Kunming<\/strong><\/td>Kunming changshui International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Lijiang<\/strong><\/td>Lijiang Sanyi International Airport<\/td>Nanchang<\/strong><\/td>Nanchang Changbei International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Nanjing<\/strong><\/td>Nanjing Lukou International Airport<\/td>Nanning<\/strong><\/td>Naning Wuxu International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Ningbo<\/strong><\/td>Ningbo Lishe International Airport<\/td>Qingdao<\/strong><\/td>Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Quanzhou<\/strong><\/td>Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport<\/td>Sanya<\/strong><\/td>Sanya Phoenix International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Shenyang<\/strong><\/td>Shenyang Taoxian International Airport<\/td>Shenzhen<\/strong><\/td>Shenzhen Bao\u2019an International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Shijiazhuang<\/strong><\/td>Shijiangzhuang Zhengding International Airport<\/td>Taiyuan<\/strong><\/td>Taiyuan Wusu International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Tianjin<\/strong><\/td>Tianjin Binhai International Airport<\/td>Weihai<\/strong><\/td>Weihai Dashuipo International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Wenzhou<\/strong><\/td>Wenzhou Longwan International Airport<\/td>Wuhan<\/strong><\/td>Wuhan Tianhe International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Wuxi<\/strong><\/td>Su\u2019nan Shuofang International Airport<\/td>Xiamen<\/strong><\/td>Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Yangzhou<\/strong><\/td>Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport<\/td>Yantai<\/strong><\/td>Yantai Penglai International Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Zhengzhou<\/strong><\/td>Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport<\/td>Beihai<\/strong><\/td>Beihai Fucheng Airport<\/td><\/tr>
Wuyishan<\/strong><\/td>Wuyishan Airport<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What you need for a 240- hour visa-free transit<\/h2>\n\n\n

Requirements for a 240-hour visa transit are similar to other China transit visas. You will need:<\/p>\n