China is increasingly welcoming tourists with visa-free options, great news for short-term visitors. But for non-exempt travelers, the L-visa remains your gateway. Feel free to ask if you'd like help checking eligibility for your country or walking you through the application process!
Note that for Tibet, an additional Tibet travel permit is required whether you need a Chinese visa or not.
These are the countries currently able to travel visa-free for up to 30 days :
Europe (32 countries): Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
Asia: Bahrain, Brunei, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, South Korea
South America: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay
What is an L-Visa?
The L-visa is the standard tourist visa issued for sightseeing. It typically allows short-term stays, often up to 30 days, and can often be extended for up to 30 days, providing an itinerary and proof of stay.
According to official guidelines, which can vary according to your country :