240-hour Visa-free Transit in Beijing, Tianjin & Hebei
From Dec. 17, 2024, the duration of 144h visa-free transit policy has been extended to 240h. More excitingly, travelers can now cross provincial boundaries to travel between the permitted 24 provinces, regions and municipalities which cover most famous tourist cities across Mainland China through 60 ports. See the province and port list on 240-Hour Visa-Free TransitThe 240-hour visa-free transit has been implemented in 24 provinces and regions including Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei since December 17, 2024. It enables air, train, and ship passengers heading for a third country or region to travel between 24 provinces for up to s10 days without a visa.
Tourists qualifying for the 240-hour free transit can move freely in 24 provinces within the 10 days. For example, if an UK passport holder entering from Beijing Capital International Airport intends to visit Beijing and then head to explore Guangzhou for 10 days, and then catch a leaving flight in Guangzhou airport, there is no problem that the 240-hour visa-free transit can cover the trip and no visa will be required for the British.
Who can enjoy the 240-hour visa exemption? - List of 54 Qualified Countries
25 Schengen Agreement Countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland 15 Other European Countries: Russia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia (FYROM), Albania, Belarus, Monaco 6 American Countries: the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile 2 Oceania Countries: Australia, New Zealand 6 Asian Countries: Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar
What Is An Eligible Route?
A: departure country ⇒ 24 provinces or regions in China ⇒ B: the third country or region
Passengers can take a flight, international cruise or a train (only through Mohan Railway Port) to 24 provinces and regions in China, then leave for a third country or region through the 60 eligible ports.
see the 24 provinces and eligible port list on China 240-Hour Visa-Free Policy
How to Apply for 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit?
For the application, documents including your passport valid for at least three months, visa (if applicable) and onward ticket to the third country or region should be prepared. Then you can follow the steps in the chart.
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What Are the Eligible Transit Ports in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei?
| Ports | Contact Information | |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Capital International Airport | 0086-10-56095400 |
| Daxing International Airport | 0086-10-96158 | |
| Tianjin | Tianjin Binhai International Airport | 0086-22-24905908 |
| Tianjin International Cruise Home Port | 0086-22-25605128 | |
| Hebei | Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport | 0086-311-88027961 |
| Qinhuangdao Port | 0086-335-3093256 |
From May 15, 2024, foreign cruise tour groups organized by China travel agencies can enter through 13 coastal cities visa free like Tianjin, Shenzhen, Shanghai and Sanya and stay in coastal provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities including Liaoning, Hebei, Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Shanghai and Tianjin and also the capital Beijing for 15 days. What Can I Do During the 240 Hours?
Sightseeing in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei
Thanks to the developed intercity high speed trains, it is quite easy for visitors to transfer from Beijing to Tianjin or cities in Hebei. The One-Card system for public buses and subways will run in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, making it even more convenient to travel in the region. Why not take advantage of this visa-free transit and easy transportation to make a trip in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region?
Foreigners transiting under eligible countries’ passports are able to enjoy 240-hour visa-free transit to travel within the qualified transit zone. Beijing is not only the political and economic center of China, but also a well-known tourist resort covering a large number of attractions, such as the Tiananmen Square, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven. Paying a visit to the grand Great Wall will highlight your private trip in Beijing. You could also go to Qinhuangdao City to appreciate the fascinating natural landscape of Beidaihe. In addition, viewing the Chengde Mountain Resort is recommended for it will provide you with a retreat in hot summer.
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