Category: Pre & During Travel

China has implemented various visa-free policies that allow foreign nationals to visit specific cities and regions without obtaining a visa in advance. These policies are designed to promote tourism, business exchanges, and international cooperation. Here is an overview of the main visa-free arrangements available in Chinese cities as of 2026. Hainan Island offers a 30-day…

China’s visa policy in 2026 represents a significant and sustained effort to facilitate international travel, promote people-to-people exchanges, and signal the country’s commitment to high-level opening-up. Building upon a series of facilitative measures introduced since late 2023, the policy framework for 2026 is characterized by an expanded “visa-free circle,” greatly relaxed transit rules, and streamlined…