Beijing Visa - Free Travel - Explore Beijing Without Visa Constraints
Travelers holding ordinary passports from 55 countries can benefit from a visa-free stay of up to 10 days (240 hours) when transiting to a third country or region within 240 hours of arriving at a Beijing port. This duration may be extended to 30 days based on specific countries or regions. Moreover, they are allowed to travel and partake in activities within designated areas spanning the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and 24 other provinces, regions, and cities throughout the country.
Explore Beijing hassle-free with a Visa-Free Tour, allowing you to discover the city's highlights without the need for a visa during layovers or short stays. Enjoy visits to renowned attractions like the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and more.
Procedure in the Airport
- Notify the Airlines upon Boarding
- Complete an Arrival/Departure Card
- Apply for the 240-hour Permit and Pass through Customs
- Collect the checked luggage.
- Exit the Airport
Notes: Upon arrival, locate the 240-hour visa-free counter at the immigration inspection area to request the stay permit. This permit will be stamped in your passport, indicating the approved length of your stay. Notify the officer if you possess a Chinese visa that you do not plan to utilize during this visit.
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My experience in Beijing was fantastic. Our local guide, Ethan, made the visit very enjoyable in a perfect English. He attended to all requests and he was very attentive. So many recomendable.
Family of 4 had a great time in Beijing
We are a family of 4, which includes 17-year-old twins. We just completed two weeks in China. We started in Beijing, then went to Xi'an, and then to Guilin, and we ended in Shanghai. We had such a great time in Beijing, thanks to Nina! We felt really lucky that we were assigned to Nina because she is such a caring person and is passionate about her job. She took great care of us and made sure that we were able to see everything we wanted to see. Nina went above and beyond to help us even after the tour was done. She was a godsend because we have two people with celiac disease, and they can't eat gluten, so you can imagine how stressful this was for us, our first night trying to navigate finding food. Nina took care of us and took us to a hot pot restaurant and made sure to explain to them the importance of no soy sauce or wheat. She was very careful when ordering our food every day and made sure to find food that was enjoyable for the members with celiac. We greatly appreciate how well she took care of us. Beijing was a wonderful experience and a great start to our trip. We highly recommend Nina as a tour guide.
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Picked up at the airport, stayed in a 4 star hotel, visited the Forbidden City, the Chinese wall, Sumner Palace, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven and brought to the Tianjin Cruise terminal. Everything is "thanks" to enthusiastic guide Tina and cheerful female driver Lily from China Highlights. We heard and saw everything in a great atmosphere, from beautiful places to a special culture, history and social life. A wonderful experience of a private tour, reliable and well organized. Recommended!
Customers' Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Countries are Eligible for Visa-free Travel to Beijing?
Citizens of over 70 countries can enter China without a visa for stays ranging from 10 to 30 days.
If you are from the US, the UK, Canada, or any of the other 55 eligible countries, you may qualify for a 240-hour visa-free Travel transit visa. Click here to view the list of these 55 countries.
Those from Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Italy, and 40 other countries can enjoy a 30-day visa-free stay.
Visitors from non-visa-exempt countries must apply for an L tourist visa in advance (it's advisable to do so at least one month before departure). You can visit the Beijing International Services website to check visa types, such as the L tourist visa, and obtain a list of required documents.
2. What is the Essence of the 240-hour Visa-free Travel Policy?
The 240 - hour visa - free travel policy allows eligible foreign citizens to enter Beijing and travel within the permitted areas of 24 Chinese provinces (autonomous regions/municipalities) for up to 240 hours (10 days) without applying for a regular Chinese visa, provided they are in transit to a third country (region).
3. What Documents are Necessary for a 240-hour Visa-free Entry?
- A valid passport with a remaining validity of at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- A confirmed onward ticket (air, train, or ship) to a third country (region) within 240 hours, clearly showing the date and seat reservation.
- Fill out the Temporary Entry Foreigner's Entry Card. Although not always required, it is advisable to carry proof of accommodation in the permitted area, such as a hotel reservation confirmation, to facilitate the entry process.
4. Can I Enter Beijing through Any Port for the 240-hour Visa-free Travel, including Tianjin?
For the 240-hour visa-free travel, you are only permitted to enter through designated ports within the 24 provinces (autonomous regions/municipalities) where the policy is implemented. Tianjin is among the regions covered by this policy. In the context of Beijing and Tianjin, the eligible ports for 240 - hour visa - free entry include:
In Beijing: Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport, and Beijing West Railway Station.
In Tianjin: Tianjin Binhai International Airport and Tianjin International Cruise Home Port (for cruise-related arrivals).
There are a total of 60 such designated ports across the 24 provinces (autonomous regions/municipalities) in China, which consist of specific airports, seaports, and railway stations in different regions. So, you can enter the Beijing - Tianjin - Hebei region for your 240 - hour visa - free travel through these specified ports in Tianjin and then travel to Beijing, as long as you meet all the other requirements of the 240 - hour visa - free policy.
5. Can I Travel Outside the Permitted 24-province (autonomous region/municipality) Area during the 240-hour Stay?
No. The 240-hour visa-free travel strictly limits your movement within the administrative areas of the 24 provinces (autonomous regions/municipalities) specified in the policy. Traveling to other regions will violate the policy and may lead to penalties, such as fines, deportation, or restrictions on future entry to China.
6. Can I Extend My 240-hour Stay in Beijing if Needed?
Generally, extensions are not permitted under the 240 - hour visa - free policy. If you need to stay longer, you should apply for a regular Chinese tourist visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad before your trip. However, in cases of emergency or force majeure, you may apply to the local public security bureau's exit-entry administration for an extension, but approval is not guaranteed.
7. Are there Special Lanes for 240-hour visa-free travelers at Beijing's Airports?
Yes. Airports like Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport have dedicated lanes for "240-Hour Visa-Free Entry" at immigration checkpoints. Look for the clear signage to use these lanes, which are designed to expedite the entry process for eligible travelers.