China is the destination
Check passport-based entry first.
Use this when you plan to stay in China as your main destination, or when your itinerary goes beyond the transit permitted-area rules.
Open visa-free checkerChina entry & travel readiness
Visit China with confidence.
Check visa-free eligibility, transit options, stay deadlines, arrival steps, payments, apps, trains, and travel essentials before you fly.
Choose the right check
Not sure where to start?
Most travelers can begin with one of these three situations. This keeps the tools focused and avoids mixing destination travel with transit rules.
China is a stopover
Check route-based transit.
Use this when you fly from one country or region, enter China, and continue onward to a different third country or region.
Open transit checkerNeed to compare
Review destination scope and requirements.
Use the comparison page if your passport may fit both paths but your planned cities determine which option works.
Compare entry typesFor travelers
One place to prepare the practical parts of visiting China.
Use this focused toolkit for the questions travelers ask before departure: Can I enter? How long can I stay? What do I need at the airport? How do I pay and move around after landing?
9Core tools
30Day visa-free check
Passport-based for listed ordinary passport holders and eligible short-stay purposes. Use this when China is your main destination or your trip goes beyond the transit permitted-area table. i
240Hour transit check
Route-based. You need onward travel to a third country or region, must enter through approved ports, and must stay within permitted stay areas. i
Tools
Start with the question you need answered.
Each tool is designed as a practical pre-check. Results include next steps and official references so travelers can verify before booking.
01
Visa-Free Checker
Check whether your passport may qualify for China’s 30-day visa-free entry and what to prepare before flying.
02
240-Hour Transit Checker
Check whether your China stopover may qualify for 240-hour visa-free transit.
03
Stay Deadline Calculator
Estimate your latest departure window based on your entry date and selected policy type.
04
Entry Checklist Generator
Generate a practical pre-flight checklist for your passport, route, and travel purpose.
05
Payment Setup Checker
Prepare Alipay, WeChat Pay, cards, and cash before you arrive in China.
06
Internet & Apps Readiness
Check your phone, eSIM, map, translation, and essential app setup before departure.
07
Train Ticket Helper
Prepare passport-based train booking details for high-speed rail travel in China.
08
Accommodation Registration Helper
Understand what to prepare for hotels, apartments, and non-hotel stays.
09
Arrival Card Helper
Prepare China arrival card information and avoid fraudulent third-party websites.
Passport country guides
Start with your passport country.
Use a country guide for a quick answer, then confirm your exact route and stay length with the interactive visa and transit tools.