China Expands Visa-Free Transit Stays to 10 Days for 54 Countries

The new policy, effective immediately, aims to boost international tourism and economic exchange by extending visa-free stays from 72-144 hours to 240 hours.

China's National Immigration Administration announced that travelers from 54 countries can now stay visa-free for up to 240 hours (10 days) when transiting through the country.
The policy applies to 60 international ports across 24 provinces, including major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, with expanded regional travel allowed under certain restrictions.
Eligible travelers must have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region to qualify for the visa-free transit program.
This move is part of China's broader efforts to revive international tourism and economic activity following three years of pandemic-related isolation.
China has also simplified other travel processes, including enabling foreign credit card use on local e-payment platforms and mandating international credit card acceptance at major tourist sites and hotels.

South China Morning Post