China offers historic cities, regional cuisines and varied landscapes. Distances can be substantial: a focused city-and-region itinerary leaves more time to explore.
Know the place. Plan the journey.Ordinary passports · short tourist visits. Arrival cards, registration and other conditions may still apply. Routes separately recorded as ETA, eVisa or visa on arrival are not included in this list.
Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.
CroatiaHR · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
CubaCU · Americas
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
CyprusCY · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
CzechiaCZ · Europe
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Côte d’IvoireCI · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
DenmarkDK · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
DjiboutiDJ · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
DominicaDM · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Dominican RepublicDO · Americas
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
EcuadorEC · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
EgyptEG · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
El SalvadorSV · Americas
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Equatorial GuineaGQ · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
EritreaER · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
EstoniaEE · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
EswatiniSZ · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
EthiopiaET · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
FijiFJ · Oceania
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
FinlandFI · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
FranceFR · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 daysPolicy end date 2026-12-31
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
For citizens of the listed passport-issuing country holding an ordinary passport and visiting the Chinese mainland for tourism, up to 30 days under the recorded policy. Work, study, other documents and longer stays are outside this record. Check the source and current entry conditions before departure.
This record is an editorial index, not an entry permit. Policy end dates concern the published arrangement, not automatically an individual stay deadline. Follow official passport, arrival and border-control requirements; do not assume that the reverse route is visa-free.
Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.
Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Reference information: Passport Index. Policy dates and official checks are shown separately.
Official entry guidance ↗Jinshanling offers views across wall sections and ridgelines. Use the visitor routes that are officially open and assess steps and gradients before setting off.
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The palace complex invites a structured route through courtyards and halls. Check the museum's reservation rules and the correct entrance rather than arriving with an unverified ticket link.
Open official website ↗Ideas to try: regional noodles, dumplings and local shared dishes. Start with a small selection, check the menu price and explain any dietary needs before ordering.
Look for regional teas and coffee. Ask about sweetness, milk and serving size; keep drinking-water arrangements separate from tasting local drinks.
Areas to compare: a metro-connected area in your chosen city; for Beijing, compare Dongcheng and Xicheng. Check the exact address, walking access, room size, cancellation terms and late-arrival procedure before paying.
Compare rail and air for long distances, and check the exact departure station. In cities, combine metro routes with the actual walking approach to each attraction.
Choose the season for your specific region, not the destination name alone. Recheck local forecasts, closures and public-holiday demand shortly before departure; keep one indoor or low-effort alternative.
Save the official visitor and transport links offline before going out. Carry the documents needed for your trip securely, respect worship and residential spaces, and verify any requested payment through the official provider.
Start with one base and one main attraction per day. The places above are separate ideas, not a timed package: check the map and reserve transfer time before combining them. Leave the final day flexible for weather or transport changes.
Explore destination-specific reading and planning tools. Community guides and map services are not immigration authorities.
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China is listed in Asia. Its ISO travel-directory codes are CN / CHN. Geographic neighbours in the reference dataset include Afghanistan · Bhutan · Myanmar (Burma) · Hong Kong SAR China · India · Kazakhstan · North Korea · Kyrgyzstan · Laos · Macao SAR China · Mongolia · Pakistan · Russia · Tajikistan · Vietnam. The international calling prefix is +86.
Reference facts, not a reviewed travel advisory. Maps are schematic; borders and entry permissions must be checked separately.
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Open official website ↗Choose your passport and adjust both arrival and departure dates. Residence, purpose and document type can change the result. The country list above is only a starting point.
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