Impact of China 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy on Business Travel to China

Recently, with the comprehensive implementation of the China 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy, a wave of "China Travel" has swept the globe, attracting numerous tourists and business travelers. This policy covers 54 countries and is implemented in over 20 cities.

For foreigners making short, urgent business visits to China for factory tours or business meetings, this policy offers a hassle-free option to stay for 72 or 144 hours without the need for a visa. Here's what you need to know:

Countries Eligible for the China 72/144 Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy

● Europe (Schengen Area): Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Croatia.

● Other European Countries: Russia, UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Monaco, Belarus.

● Americas: USA, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile.

● Oceania: Australia, New Zealand.

● Asia: South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, UAE, Qatar.

Chinese Cities Implementing the China 72/144 Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy:

● 72-Hour Visa-Free: Changsha, Harbin, Guilin.

● 144-Hour Visa-Free: Beijing, Tianjin, Shijiazhuang, Qinhuangdao, Shanghai, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Ningbo, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Jieyang, Shenyang, Dalian, Qingdao, Chongqing, Chengdu, Xi'an, Xiamen, Wuhan, Kunming.

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Requirements to Enjoy the China 72/144 Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy:

● Be a citizen of a country included in the 72/144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy list.

● Possess a valid ordinary passport or other valid international travel document.

● Hold a confirmed onward ticket with a fixed date and seat for a flight to a third country or region within 144 hours of arrival in China.

● Stay within the designated area for 72 or 144 hours.

● Do not leave the port city.

● No activities that do not match the purpose of the stay.

The China 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy greatly simplifies entry procedures and reduces the complexity of business travel, offering significant convenience for short-term business negotiations. This policy not only reduces business costs but also opens new opportunities for international trade and cooperation. Business travelers can utilize this period for meetings, factory tours, or attending exhibitions, significantly enhancing efficiency.

Moreover, this policy reflects China's positive attitude towards openness, promotes international economic and trade exchanges, and enhances China's global image, providing a friendlier and more convenient environment for global business partners.