China is making it easier for international tourists to visit the country by offering visa-free entry for travellers from 195 countries, via sea routes. The initiative aims to revitalise China’s tourism industry post-pandemic by attracting cruise ship passengers and other group tours arriving by sea from ASEAN countries, the Schengen area, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and the Gulf Cooperation Council.
China’s visa-free policy: Key details
This initiative targets group tours arriving by sea, allowing a visa-free stay of up to 15 days within designated cruise ports. Passengers can explore coastal provinces, autonomous regions, and major cities during their visit.
The visa-free entry applies to cruise arrivals in…