Inbound News
China inbound travel policy, industry updates and travel guides
About this section
The Inbound News section gathers the latest policies, industry updates and travel tips on visiting China, for overseas travelers planning a trip.
What we cover
- Industry：The latest on visa-free and transit visa-free policies and entry facilitation.
- Policy：Explainers on visas, customs clearance, payment and tax refund for China trips.
- Travel Guide：Best seasons, transport and itinerary tips for destination cities.
Content Notes
Content is compiled from information publicly released by China's immigration and tourism authorities. For specific policies and trip planning, please contact us.
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Visa-Free "Circle of Friends" Keeps Expanding: Unilateral Visa-Free Stay Extended to 30 Days
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Pilot E-Port Visa Expanded: Easier Visa Processing for Foreigners Visiting China
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Transit Visa-Free Stay Extended to 240 Hours: 10 Days to Explore China at Ease
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Departure Tax Refund Policy Optimized: Minimum Purchase Threshold Lowered to 200 Yuan, "Buy Now, Refund Now" Rolled Out Nationwide
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Regional Visa-Free Entry Policies Continue to Take Effect: Hainan's 59-Country Visa-Free Entry and Visa-Free Entry for ASEAN Tour Groups in Xishuangbanna
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Simplified visa applications for China: streamlined procedures, fingerprint exemption, and no appointment required
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Inbound Tourism Promotion Plan (2024–2026) Released: Full-Chain Enhancement of Inbound Facilitation
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15-day visa-free entry for foreign tour groups arriving by cruise ship: cruising in China made easier
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