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Visa-Free Chinese Cities — Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Guangzhou...

Written by Chris Quan Updated Jan. 21, 2025

Good news: Most travelers can enjoy a visa-free visit to China to explore most of China's cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and more.

1. Visa-Free Cities under the 30-Day Visa-Free Transit Policy

Where to Visit Under the 30-Day Visa-Free Policy

Residents from multiple European countries (such as Italy, France, and Spain), as well as citizens of Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, and a few other designated countries, are now eligible for a 30-day visa-free entry to all of China's cities.

2. Visa-Free Cities under the 10-Day Visa-Free Transit Policy

Where to Visit Under the 10-Day Visa-Free Transit Policy

Travelers from 54 countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom would enjoy the 10-day visa-free transit policy. 

Most cities and regions in China can be visited under the 10-day visa-free transit policy. Within the permitted areas, you can choose your destinations freely.

See details about the 10-day visa-free transit policy.

Recommended visa-free tour: 8-Day China Golden Triangle Tour

3. Visa-Free Cities under the Shanghai 15-Day Visa-Free Policy for Cruise Groups 

Where to Visit Under Shanghai 15-Day Visa-Free Policy for Cruise Groups

Foreign tourist groups entering China via a Shanghai cruise can enjoy a 15-day visa-free visit to Shanghai and many other coastal municipalities (Beijing and Tianjin) and provinces such as Zhejiang and Fujian.

4. Visa-Free Cities under the Hainan 30-Day Visa-Free Policy

Where to Visit under Hainan 30-Day Visa-Free Policy

Ordinary passport holders from 59 countries including the USA, the UK, Canada, and Australia can enjoy a 30-day visa-free visit to Hainan Island.

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You could also see China Visa-Free Tours for inspiration.

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