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Visa & Entry

China Visa Types: A Complete Overview for Travelers

Confused about which China visa you need? Here's a clear breakdown of all the main visa categories, plus the...

13 min read
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Visa & Entry

Visa-Free & Transit Policies for China: The Complete Guide

China's transit rules changed in late 2024. The old 72 and 144-hour transit policies are now a single 240-hour...

13 min read
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Visa & Entry

China Visa Extension Guide: How to Extend Your Visa at the PSB

How to extend your China visa: where to apply, what documents you need, costs, processing time, and the overstay...

9 min read
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Visa & Entry

Travel Insurance for China

Travel insurance isn't required to enter China, but Chinese hospitals expect upfront payment and a medical...

9 min read
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Visa & Entry

How to Apply for a China Visa: Step-by-Step Guide

A clear walkthrough of the China visa application process: the new online system, photo and document requirements,...

11 min read
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Visa & Entry

Arriving in China: Immigration & Customs

A step-by-step walkthrough of the China immigration process — from the arrival card and fingerprint scan to customs...

11 min read

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