Discover cities across China covered under visa-free policies. Select your nationality to see which cities you can visit.
The cities below are covered under China's transit visa-free policy. Use the filter above to see visa options specific to your nationality.
Regional linkage — all cities within Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province
China's capital, where ancient history meets modern innovation. Home to the Forbidden City, Great Wall, and a thriving arts and food scene.
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Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province (regional linkage)
A historic port city blending European concession architecture with bustling waterfront markets and renowned street food.
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Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province (regional linkage)
Capital of Hebei province and gateway to the historic Zhaozhou Bridge and Cangyan Mountain scenic area.
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Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province (regional linkage)
Coastal city where the Great Wall meets the sea at Shanhai Pass, with popular beaches and summer resorts.
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Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province (regional linkage)
Regional linkage — Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province
China's dazzling megacity — a futuristic skyline, world-class dining, art-deco heritage, and the iconic Bund waterfront.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
Ancient capital with a poignant history — Ming Dynasty tombs, Confucius Temple, and cherry blossoms along Xuanwu Lake.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
Port city at the eastern terminus of the New Eurasian Land Bridge, with scenic coastal mountains and beaches.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
The legendary "Heaven on Earth" — West Lake, Longjing tea plantations, and centuries-old temples in a setting that inspired poets.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
A vibrant port city with a rich maritime heritage, home to the historic Tianyi Pavilion library and scenic Dongqian Lake.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
Known for its entrepreneurial spirit, scenic Yandang Mountain, and well-preserved ancient water towns.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
An archipelago city famous for Putuo Island, a sacred Buddhist site with golden beaches and serene temples.
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Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang province (regional linkage)
Entire Guangdong province — exit from any of 36 passenger ports
The vibrant capital of Cantonese culture — from dim sum and Cantonese opera to the Canton Tower and ancient temples.
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Entire Guangdong province (36 passenger ports available for exit)
China's futuristic tech hub — dazzling modern architecture, innovative museums, and a gateway to Hong Kong.
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Entire Guangdong province (36 passenger ports available for exit)
Chaoshan region's cultural heart — known for Chaoshan cuisine, ancient villages, and traditional tea culture.
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Entire Guangdong province (36 passenger ports available for exit)
Liaoning province
The Manchu heartland — home to the UNESCO-listed Mukden Palace and a city rich in imperial history and hearty cuisine.
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Liaoning province
A charming seaside city with Russian and Japanese colonial architecture, pristine beaches, and world-class seafood.
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Liaoning province
Shandong province
A German-colonial coastal jewel famous for Tsingtao beer, golden beaches, and red-roofed European architecture.
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Shandong province
Henan province (newly added July 2024)
Ancient cradle of Chinese civilization near Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of kung fu, and gateway to the Longmen Grottoes.
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Henan province (newly added July 2024)
Separate regions: Sichuan province (Chengdu + 10 cities) / Chongqing municipality
Home of the giant panda, Sichuan hotpot, and a laid-back teahouse culture that earned it the title "City of Leisure."
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Chengdu, Leshan, Deyang, Suining, Meishan, Ya'an, Ziyang, Neijiang, Zigong, Luzhou, Yibin
A sci-fi cityscape of towering bridges and futuristic buildings carved into mountains — plus legendary spicy hotpot.
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Chongqing municipality
Xi'an and Xianyang
Home of the Terracotta Warriors and the starting point of the ancient Silk Road — a city where 3,000 years of history unfolds.
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Xi'an and Xianyang
Xiamen (limited to Xiamen city)
A coastal garden city with colonial Gulangyu Island, pristine beaches, and a relaxed café culture by the sea.
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Xiamen city
Wuhan city
A dynamic metropolis on the Yangtze River, celebrated for its cherry blossoms, hearty breakfast culture, and revolutionary history.
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Wuhan city
9 cities/prefectures: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Yuxi, Pu'er, Chuxiong, Xishuangbanna, Honghe, Wenshan
The "Spring City" with year-round mild weather — gateway to Yunnan's stunning rice terraces, Stone Forest, and ethnic minority cultures.
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9 cities/prefectures in Yunnan
A UNESCO Old Town at the foot of snow-capped Jade Dragon Mountain, blending Naxi culture with stunning alpine scenery.
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9 cities/prefectures in Yunnan (newly added July 2024)
A tropical paradise bordering Laos and Myanmar, home to Dai ethnic culture, elephant sanctuaries, and rainforests.
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9 cities/prefectures in Yunnan (newly added July 2024)
Important: Visa policies are subject to change. Always verify the latest entry requirements with official sources before traveling. City information is provided for reference and may not reflect current conditions.