China has been opening its doors wider to international travelers. In 2025, the country has expanded its unilateral visa-free policy to include over 40 countries.
Below is the list of countries eligible for visa-free entry to China.
- Visa-free policies
https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-Visa/20240110/b819846af2264c00862e5a352f62bde5.html
- Guide to applying for a tourist visa
https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-visas/20231213/5ce63210a6f943a7822a48ff12b11b27.html
- F-Visa Invitation Letter Request (If Required)
Most attendees can enter China visa-free. If you specifically need an F-visa (Business/Visit Visa), submit the following details to the responsible secretary of the sessions.
- Full Name (as shown in your passport)
- Email Address
- Passport Number
- Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Passport Issued Country
- Planned Arrival Date in China (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Planned Departure Date from China (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Affiliation (Institution/University)
- Gender
Note:Ensure all information matches your official documents.
- 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy
Citizens of the United Kingdom, United States, and Canada transiting through Shanghai to a third country/region may qualify for a visa-free stay of up to 240 hours (10 days) within Shanghai Municipality.
For more details：
https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-240HourVisaFreeTransit/index.html
