What procedures do I need to go through to visit visa-free countries?

To travel to visa-free countries, you need to have a valid passport. You should carry not only your ID card, but also your passport. Visa-free procedures are handled at the airport after arriving in the tourist country. Generally, China passport and return ticket information are needed to prove that the individual is not in the country for a long time.

To travel to visa-free countries, first confirm whether these visa-free countries are recognized by the China government. According to the visa-free requirements of different countries, what may need to be prepared are: visa fees on arrival, hotel reservation forms, travel itinerary, return air tickets or other bills. Every country has different conditions.

visa-free entry does not mean that you can stay or live in the agreed country indefinitely. According to the requirements of the agreement, after visa-free entry with the relevant passport, you are generally only allowed to stay for no more than 3 days. If the holder needs to stay for more than 3 days, he should apply for residence formalities in the local area as soon as possible as required.

The following is a detailed introduction of visa-free countries and the procedures required:

1. Visa-free countries/regions

1. Visa for United Arab Emirates

From January 16, 218, China tourists with valid ordinary passports will go to the United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Qaiwan, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah).

2. Visa for Serbia

: China citizens holding valid ordinary passports for China can stay in Serbia for no more than 3 days without a visa.

3. Fiji

Visa: Entry into Fiji with a valid China passport, with a stay of no more than 3 days, is visa-free. When you enter the country, please bring your return ticket or a joint ticket to a third country for inspection.

4. Bahamas

Visa: visa-free for those who stay for no more than 3 days from the date of entry to the date of departure.

II. Unilateral visa-free country/region:

1. Indonesian visa (both unilateral visa-free and landing visa)

Visa: passport valid for more than 6 months and air ticket for returning or going to a third country within 3 days; From Jakarta, Bali, Medan, Surabaya and Batam, you can enjoy the visa-free policy and stay for no more than 3 days.

2. Morocco

Visa: Since June 1, 216, the Kingdom of Morocco has officially implemented the visa-free policy for China citizens to go to Morocco. China citizens can enter Moroccan territory visa-free with any type of China passport, and the longest stay period is no more than 9 days.

3. Saipan

Visa: An individual with a valid China passport goes to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands for business activities or tourism, and a round-trip air ticket with a reserved seat can stay for no more than 45 days.

4. Jeju Island

Visa: Individuals or travel groups who hold valid passports and take direct international flights or ships to Jeju Island can enter the country without a visa, and the stay period is 3 days; Tour groups organized by travel agencies designated by China and South Korea may leave China (including Hongkong and Macau) and transfer to Korean routes for Jeju Island after entering Incheon or Jinhai airport.

5. Russia (with group tour/conditional visa exemption)

Visa: According to the mutual visa exemption agreement for group travel signed by China and Russia in October 212, if you join a tour organized by a qualified travel agency, you can enjoy the visa-free policy between the two countries, and the longest stay is no more than 15 days. In addition, Hong Kong residents enjoy 15 days visa-free travel treatment.

iii. landing visa countries/regions

1. Maldives

Visa: You can apply for landing visa at Male International Airport. Materials to be provided: entry registration card, return or third country air ticket, hotel order or travel expenses certificate. It is valid for 3 days without paying any fees.

2. Qatar

Visa: Since June 21st, 217, Qatar has unilaterally implemented the landing visa policy for China citizens visiting Qatar. China tourists can stay for 3 days, and such visas can be extended for another 3 days after the expiration.

3. Thailand

Visa: You can apply for landing visa with an ordinary passport. Materials to be provided: valid passport, visa application form, photos, return ticket, property certificate. Landing visa can be handled at 24 designated ports. The duration of stay is 15 days.

4. Nepal

Visa: You can apply at the designated port, and the passport is valid for at least 15 days. Materials to be provided: valid passport, passport photo, and landing visa period can be processed for 15-9 days.

5. Vietnam

Visa: You can apply at an international port if you meet the following conditions: ① Enter the country to participate in a tour organized by Vietnam International Travel Service; ② Attend the funeral of relatives or visit seriously ill relatives (proof is required); ③ Other special or emergency reasons. The duration of stay is one month or less than one year. 45 dollars for one entry; $95 for multiple entry in six months; Multiple entry a year is $135.

6. Cambodia

Visa: It can be processed at all land and air ports. There are two types of visas: tourist landing visa and business landing visa. Materials to be provided: visa application form and a color photo. The stay period is 3 days, and the tour to landing visa can be postponed once, and the business trip to landing visa can be postponed many times.

7. Egypt

Visa: Before departure, the Egyptian inviter or travel agency shall complete the landing visa and file it with the Egyptian Immigration Bureau. Successful applicants can enter the country from Cairo, Alexandria, holger, Sharm el-Sheikh and Luxor, with a stay of 3 days and a fee of $25. Latest requirements: ① Bring at least 2 USD (or other equivalent currency); ② Holding the reservation information confirmed by the hotel (4 stars or above); (3) Holding a ticket for departure (Egypt).

Extended information:

It was learned from the Exit-Entry Administration of the Ministry of Public Security that as of January 25th, 218, 68 countries (regions) had implemented visa-free and visa-on-arrival policies for China citizens holding ordinary passports. The number of countries and regions where China tourists leave the country "as soon as they say" has been further expanded.

visa-free entry does not mean that you can stay or live in the agreed country indefinitely. According to the requirements of the agreement, after visa-free entry with the relevant passport, you are generally only allowed to stay for no more than 3 days. If the holder needs to stay for more than 3 days, he should apply for residence formalities in the local area as soon as possible as required.

According to the Henry Passport Restriction Index released in January 218, China passport holders were granted visa-free or visa-on-arrival in 64 countries and regions, ranking 74th in the world, tied with Uganda. Compared with January 217, the ranking has increased by 11 places, making it the largest country in East Asia.

"landing visa" is different from "visa-free". It means that the applicant does not directly obtain a visa to other countries from the country where he is located, but holds a passport and an entry permit issued by the relevant authorities of that country, and then issues a visa after arriving at the port of that country.

This means that if China tourists want to apply for landing visa, they don't need to apply for visas through embassies or consulates-general of various countries before going abroad, but only need to hold relevant certificates and apply for visas at the relevant national gates after arriving at their destination. In this way, the process of applying for a visa is time-saving and fast.

Moreover, under many special circumstances, such as war, forced landing of diverted flights and sudden death of immediate family members, some countries allow China citizens to apply for visas on arrival under unforeseen circumstances. However, ordinary tourism or business purposes cannot be exempted.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-visa-free for citizens of China, countries (regions) of landing visa

Reference: People's Daily Online-"landing visa" helps you "walk away" but it doesn't mean "visa-free"

Reference: People.