Visa-Free Entry Expanded to European Nations - China

Until 31 December 2026, China has expanded its visa-free policy to more European countries. Passport holders from these countries are allowed to stay in China for up to 30 days for business, tourism, or family visits. Russia also gained visa-free entry for up to 30 days until 14 September 2026.

The affected European countries include Austria, Andorra, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Switzerland.

Advice

Contact your travel agents or the respective embassy for more information, prior to airline and accommodation bookings. Plan ahead to avoid inconveniences. Check with the airline for additional details regarding bookings.