China Adds 2 More Countries to 240-hour Visa-Free Transit Program

The National Immigration Administration (NIA) issued an announcement today, stating that effective August 20, 2026, nationals of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam will be eligible for the 240-hour visa-free tran...

Eligibility for one- to five-year work-type residence permits in Shanghai

Foreign nationals working in Shanghai may apply for work-type residence permits valid for one to five years....

Regulations of the State Council on Exit and Entry Administration

New China Entry & Exit Rules Take Effect Sept. 15: What Foreigners Need to Know...

New Talent Policies Released in Beijing and Other Cities — Maximum ¥500,000 Funding Available

New Talent Policies Released in Beijing and Other Cities...

Policy Interpretation of the Online Accommodation Registration Service for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels

Policy Interpretation of the Online Accommodation Registration Service for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels...

Measures to Facilitate the Entry and Stay of Foreign Nationals in Wuxi (Version 2.0)

Measures to Facilitate the Entry and Stay of Foreign Nationals in Wuxi (Version 2.0)...

China Expands Cross-Region Departure Tax Refund Program

For international travelers in China, shopping across multiple provinces is about to become more convenient, as an expanded cross-region tax refund recognition program takes effect on July 1, 2026....

Details of Mutual Visa Exemption Agreements

As of April 2025, the People's Republic of China has signed mutual visa exemption agreements with the following countries. Chinese citizens holding relevant passports can travel to these countries wit...

List of Countries Covered by Unilateral Visa Exemption Policies

List of Countries Covered by Unilateral Visa Exemption Policies...

2026 Pudong New Area Pearl Program Application Launch

To accelerate the development of an international talent development leading zone and establish itself as the "Premier City for Youth Entrepreneurship," the Pudong New Area has recently launched a new...