What is the latest visa policy for foreigners in China?

(1) Before coming to China, applicants should check whether their visas are valid and whether they have enough entry times. If the visa expires or the number of entries is insufficient, you should apply for a new visa.

(2) Foreigners who bring animals, plants, currency and other articles into the country must abide by the relevant laws of China and the provisions of health and quarantine, animal and plant inspection and quarantine, customs and financial supervision departments.

(3) Foreigners entering China shall not engage in activities unrelated to visa application.

(4) Foreign citizens are not allowed to stay in China beyond the time limit. Foreign citizens in China should pay attention to the validity of passports and the duration of stay of visas. If it is necessary to extend the stay, you must apply to the local public security organ for an extension 7 days before the expiration of the stay.

(5) Without approval, foreigners are not allowed to enter areas where foreigners are restricted.

The validity period of visa entry refers to the valid time range for the holder to enter the country with a valid visa. Generally speaking, the visa takes effect on the day of issuance, and the visa expires at 24:00 Beijing time.

legal ground

People's Republic of China (PRC) Exit and Entry Administration Law

Article 15. Aliens entering the country shall apply for visas from foreign visa authorities, except as otherwise provided for in this Law.

Sixteenth visas are divided into diplomatic visas, courtesy visas, official visas and ordinary visas.

Issuing diplomatic and official visas to foreigners who enter the country for diplomatic or official reasons; Issue courtesy visas to foreigners who need courtesy because of their special status. The scope and methods of issuing diplomatic visas, courtesy visas and official visas shall be stipulated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Foreigners who enter the country for non-diplomatic or official reasons such as work, study, visiting relatives, traveling, business activities, talent introduction, etc. , will be issued the corresponding ordinary visa. The types and issuance methods of ordinary visas shall be stipulated by the State Council.