Visa & Entry
Everything you need to know about getting a China visa.
China Visa for Vietnamese Citizens: 2026 Requirements and Land Border Rules
Vietnam isn't on China's visa-free list. Here's the 2026 CVASC fee schedule, documents needed, and what changes crossing by land at Huu Nghi Quan or Hekou.
China Visa for South African Citizens: Full 2026 Guide
South Africa is not on China's visa-free list. Here's what tourist, business, and work visas actually require, plus the transit rules that do apply.
China Visa for Russian Citizens: Individual Travel Rules in 2026
Since 2025 Russian citizens get 30-day visa-free entry to China, not just group tours. Here is the current, verified rule and what still needs a visa.
China Visa for Pakistani Citizens in 2026: How to Apply From the UAE, UK, Saudi Arabia or Australia
Pakistan isn't on China's 2026 visa-free list. Here's where Pakistanis in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, UK, and Australia apply, and what the fee waiver covers.
China Visa for Canadian Citizens: 2026 Fees, Rules and Which Center to Use
Do Canadian citizens need a China visa in 2026? Compare Vancouver vs Toronto centers, current CAD fees, and the new 30-day visa-free rule in detail.
China Visa for US Citizens: 10-Year Visa, COVA Steps, and 2026 Costs
US citizens need a visa for China: no tourist waiver exists. See how the 10-year L visa, the new COVA online form, and 2026 CVASC fees actually work.
China Visa for Philippines Citizens: Fees, Steps and the Visa-Free Myth (2026)
Filipinos still need a standard China visa for most trips in 2026. See the fee schedule, application steps, and where visa-free entry actually applies.
China Visa for Australian Citizens 2026: Visa-Free Entry, Fees and How to Apply
Australians get 30 days visa-free in China through 2026 for tourism, business and transit. Here's when you still need a paid L, M or transit visa.
China Visa for Indian Citizens: Fees, CVASC Locations & How to Apply (2026)
China visa for Indian citizens in 2026: exact CVASC fees, processing times, required documents, and how to apply from India, the US, or Germany.
China Visa for UK Citizens 2026: Visa-Free Rules, Fees & CVASC Guide
UK passport holders can enter China visa-free until 31 December 2026, but not always. See who still needs a visa, current fees, and where to apply.
China Visa Cost 2026: Fees by Nationality (US $140, UK/Canada Free)
China visa costs range from $0 (UK, Canada, EU now visa-free) to $140 flat for US citizens, plus $25-65 CVASC fees. Full 2026 breakdown by nationality.
China's 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit: What Changed From 144 Hours (2026)
China's transit exemption grew from 144 to 240 hours, now covering 24 regions and 65 ports. Who qualifies, which ports count, and mistakes to avoid in 2026.
China Visa Photo Requirements 2026: Size, Background, and Rejection Reasons
The exact 2026 China visa photo spec: 33x48mm size, plain white background, head-size ratio, and the common mistakes that get photos rejected.
China Visa-Free Countries 2026: The Full 30-Day Entry List
As of 2026, citizens of 50 countries can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days. Full country list, stay rules, and how it differs from the transit policy.
Hong Kong & Macau: Entry Rules & How They Differ from Mainland China (2026)
Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China are three separate immigration zones. Learn the 2026 visa-free rules and the re-entry trap that catches travelers.
Hainan 30-Day Visa-Free Entry: 2026 Guide (Sanya & Haikou)
Citizens of 59 countries can visit China's tropical Hainan island visa-free for 30 days. Here's who qualifies, the catch, and how to enter via Sanya or Haikou.
Arriving in China: Entry, Immigration & Customs Guide (2026)
Your 2026 guide to arriving in China: the new digital arrival card, immigration fingerprints, customs channels, duty-free allowances and what you can't bring.
China Visa Types Explained: Which One Do You Need? (2026)
China has around 17 visa categories: L, M, F, Q, S, Z, X, K and more. This 2026 guide explains each type with a comparison table and a quick decision guide.
Do You Need a Visa for China? (2026 Visa-Free Entry Guide)
Travelers from ~50 countries can now enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days in 2026. Use our decision table to find out exactly what you need.
China 240-Hour (10-Day) Visa-Free Transit: 2026 Guide
China's old 72/144-hour transit rules are gone. Citizens of 55 countries can now stay up to 240 hours (10 days) visa-free while transiting to a third country.