Highlights
By Li Zheng
China has resumed issuing all types of visas for foreigners, including the tourism visa, port visa, and visa-exemption policies since March 15, 2023. It is the latest in a series of moves to further facilitate exchange and cooperation between China and other countries.
Foreigners holding the Chinese visas issued before March 28, 2020 that are still valid are allowed to enter China. Hainan visa-free policy, Visa-free policy specified for foreign cruise-group-tour through Shanghai Port, Guangdong visa-free policy specified for foreign tour groups from Hong Kong or Macao SAR, and Guangxi Guilin visa-free policy specified for foreign tour groups of the ASEAN countries are also reactivated.
The relevant visa-issuing authority stationed abroad will resume examining and issuing various types of the Chinese visas. Inbound travelers are advised to consult with their local China embassies or consulates for more detailed requirements and procedures.