Inbound News
Policy, industry updates, travel guides and food culture
About this section
The Inbound News section gathers the latest policies, industry updates, travel guides and food culture for 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.
- Food Culture：Food and dining culture across China: regional cuisines, street food and table etiquette.
- Entry Guide：Visas, entry facilitation policies, document checklists, package comparison and arrival basics, organised around eight decision points.
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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369 Million Border Crossings in First Half of the Year Hit a New High; Visa-Free Foreign Entries Up 30% Year-on-Year
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International routes continue to resume and expand: more countries connected, denser "air corridors" to China
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Regions Step Up Inbound Travel Convenience: A Look at Facilitation Measures in Key Provinces and Cities
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499 million border crossings from January to August; visa-free foreign entries up 26.8% year on year
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Nearly 700 Million Border Crossings in 2025 Set a Record High; Visa-Free Foreign Entries Surpass 30 Million
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"Nihao! China": national tourism image promotion reaches more countries and regions overseas
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