144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Guangdong

144 hours visa-free transit has been carried out in Guangdong, which provides great convenience for passengers from 54 countries or regions transiting through Guangdong to a third country or region. Tourists eligible for the 144-hour visa-free transit in Guangdong will be able to travel within the whole province for 6 days without applying for a visa, and the stay duration will be counted from 00:00 the day after the entry date. 
 

Which Countries Are Covered by the Policy?

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?

Country A → B: Guangdong → Country C


Here A refers to the country from which passengers enter Guangdong, and C refers to a third country or region. Before passengers' entry to Guangdong and after passengers' leave from Guangdong, they cannot have a stop anywhere in Mainland China. For example, if a passenger departs from UK to Guangzhou, with a stop in Shanghai, he cannot use the 144-hour visa-free transit.
 

What Are the Requirements & Procedures for Application?

Required documents:
 Passport/Travel Document valid for at least 3 months from the date of entry
 Confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region
 Visa for a third country/region (if needed)
 A fully completed Arrival/Departure Card (including name, nationality, passport no., visa no. & issuance place, flight no., purpose of visit, date of birth, gender)
 
144-hour visa-free transit
How to apply for 144-hour visa-free transit
 

What Are the Eligible Ports to Arrive?

In Guangdong, only 3 airports can issue the 144 hour free transit, and they are Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an Airport, as well as Jieyang Chaoshan Airport, so the passengers who want to apply for this policy need to enter Guangdong from the 3 ports. But they are allowed to leave from any port in Guangdong.

The basic information about the 3 ports is as follows:
Airport Telephone Number Visa Office Opening Hours
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport 0086-20-36066622 24 hours (full year)
0086-755-82327700 10:00 to the last flight of the day (full year)
0086-663-3828770 24 hours (full year)
 

What Are the Eligible Ports to Leave?

 
Airports Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport
Meizhou Meixian Airport
Zhanjiang Airport
Railway Ports Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station
Road Ports Wenjindu Port, Shatoujiao Port, Huanggang Port, Luohu Port, Shenzhen Bay Port, Gongbei Port, HZM Zhuhai Port, Hengqin Port, Liantang Port
Ferry Ports Guangzhou Port, Nansha Port, Lianhuashan Port, Shekou Port, Shenzhen Airport Fuyong Port, Jiuzhou Port, Wangzai Port, Wanshan Port, Doumen Port, Jiangmen Port, Heshan Port, Gaoming Port (Foshan), Rongqi Port, Zhongshan Port, Humen Port, Pazhou Port.
 
Guangdong Province Map
Areas Allowed to Stay

Areas Allowed to Stay

Passengers are allowed to travel or conduct business in the whole Guangdong Province if using the 144-hour visa-free transit, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Dongguan. It's not allowed to get out of the province.
 

What Can You Do during the 144 Hours?

 

Sightseeing the Landmarks of Cities

Travelers can go to some popular scenic spots to have a better understanding on Guangdong, such as the well-known Window of the World in Shenzhen, the fascinating Yuexiu Park and the charming Pearl River in Guangzhou. Taking a Pearl River cruise has become a must-do thing for travelers in Guangzhou. Sightseeing the cities in Guangdong will not disappoint tourists because there are many beautiful attractions with natural and cultural sceneries within the province.

Conducting Business Activities

Passengers qualify for this policy can also conduct business activities or take part in trade fairs like the Canton Fair. Within the 6 days, businessmen can visit factories and firms in depth as well.
 

Enjoying Famous Cantonese Cuisine

Cantonese cuisine attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world for its refined taste. Tasting the exquisite Cantonese cuisine and delicious Guangzhou snacks can be a highlight to the 6-day trip in Guangdong.
 

Taking Cruise Tours

Tourists who qualify for the 144-hour convenient visa to Guangdong province China can take a flight to enter and then embark on a cruise or tour to other countries.

 Further Reading on China 144-Hour Visa-Free Policy:
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Liaoning
Xiamen, Wuhan, Qingdao, Chengdu, Kunming, Xi'anChongqing
Airport Telephone Number Visa Office Opening Hours
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport 0086-20-36066622 24 hours (full year)
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport 0086-755-82327700 10:00 to the last flight of the day (full year)
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport 0086-663-3828770 24 hours (full year)
 
- Last updated on Apr. 25, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Guangdong
Asked by Eduardo from MEXICO | Apr. 22, 2024 09:55Reply
Arriving from Macau
I want to travel to Guangzhou coming from Macau and leaving to Philippines by plane, do I am eligible for the 144 Visa?
Answers (2)
Answered by Borut | Apr. 22, 2024 22:35
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No, unfortunately this is not possible. To enter Guangdong province in general you have to fly into the province at three eligible airports. Since there are no flight connections between Macau and those three airports, you cannot do that.

In reality, you can slightly adapt your itinerary to do the following:

- Take a bus or whatever transport you want from Macau to HKIA (Hong Kong International Airport) and fly from there to Guangzhou on a direct, nonstop flight. This detail and the fact that you will fly from Guangzhou directly to the Philippines will make you eligible for 144 hour visa free transit valid for entire province of Guangdong.
Answered by Eduardo | Apr. 23, 2024 09:24
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Thanks for your prompt response
Asked by SC from UNITED STATES | Apr. 20, 2024 11:21Reply
Taiwan to Shenzhen to HKG
I want to travel from Taipei to Shenzhen then take the ferry to Hong Kong , which ferry I need to by to be eligible for the 144 hrs free visa
Answers (1)
Answered by Borut | Apr. 21, 2024 23:50
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Your itinerary is eligible for 144 hour visa free transit. In order to be aligned with the rules, you will buy your ferry ticket from Shekou port in Shenzhen through CKS - Chu Kong Passenger Transport Company website. After you have bought it, you will print it out and have that printout with you ready to be presented to the authorities in both Taipei and in Shenzhen. In order to be eligible for 144 hour visa free transit that is valid for entire Guangdong province, your stay in Shenzhen or in other areas of Guangdong should be at least a minute longer than 24 hours. Also, you should be aware that you will really have to take exactly that ferry that you have bought your ticket for. Also, it is important to use correct terminology because this is not 144 hrs free visa, but 144 visa free transit, so there is no visa of any kind at all.
Asked by Yanna from USA | Apr. 19, 2024 21:53Reply
NYC(JFK) > CAN > MACAU > HK > CAN > NYC(JFK)
Hello! I am wondering if my travel plan is able to work, basically getting 2 144 hours visa free visit to mainland china. 7/5 - 7/11 in Guangdong, 2 days in macau (by ferry) , 3 days in HK (take plane back to Guangdong), 7/15 - 7/21 in Guangdong. Also to clarify, only the 3 main airports in guangdong will give the 144 hour visa free visit pass, so flight is require to go back to guangdong the second time, correct?
Answers (1)
Answered by Borut | Apr. 21, 2024 23:45
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Yanna, it is visible that you perfectly understand what you should do. Hats off to your background work regarding the rules of 144 hour visa free transit. So, yes, you are allowed to enjoy 144 hour visa free transit twice within short period of time because there is no limit as how many visa free transits one can have in a certain period of time.

Also, you are correct that you can use a ferry from Guangdong province to Macau. Here just one detail. You will take TurboJet ferry from Shekou port in Shenzhen to Macau. You will buy your ferry ticket through TurboJet website ahead your departure from NYC. You will print it out and have that printout with you ready to be presented in both NYC and Guangzhou. Also, you should be aware that you really have to take exactly that ferry you have bought your ticket for.

In the end, it is correct that you will have to take a plane from Hong Kong on a direct route to Guangzhou in order to be eligible for new 144 hour visa free transit in Guangdong province. Basically, this is it. Enjoy your planned journey.
Asked by Ken from JAPAN | Apr. 17, 2024 03:28Reply
Zhuhai to Macau on foot
I am looking at flying from Tokyo to Shenzhen and going from Shenzhen to Zhuhai.
Can I leave from Zhuhai to Macau on foot if I got 144 hours visa free?
Answers (5)
Answered by Lori | Apr. 17, 2024 22:46
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If you cannnot provide a flight or a ferry ticket to a third region, you will not be given a 144-hour visa-free transit.
Answered by Borut | Apr. 18, 2024 04:07
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Just to add that a confirmed ticket out of China is a must, even before you take your flight from Tokyo. If you intend to visit both Zhuhai and Shenzhen during your 144 hour visa free transit stay in Guangdong province, you are advised to visit Zhuhai first, then to travel back to Shenzhen and from there, Shekou port, take a direct ferry to Macau. The line Shekou to Macau is operated by TurboJet company, so you will buy a ticket Shekou - Macau, online through TurboJet website before your departure from Tokyo. Also, you will have to print out your ferry ticket, have it at hand and remember that you will have to take exactly that ferry you have bought your ticket for.
Answered by Ken | Apr. 22, 2024 20:23
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Thank you for your reply.
If I book the HZM bus from Zhuhai to Hong Kong instead of the ferry, will I be allowed to enter Shenzhen without visa?
This news says it is also possible to depart from Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao-Zhuhai Highway port on April 19th.
https://news.dayoo.com/guangdong/202404/19/139996_54658281.htm
Answered by Borut | Apr. 23, 2024 23:58
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Well, based on this very recent information, it seems that this will be indeed possible. Honestly, I was not aware of those ports becoming eligible exit ways under 144 hour visa free transit policy. This is a great news and probably the greatest among them is the possibility to use a high speed train from Guangzhou and/or Shenzhen directly to Hong Kong West Kowloon train station.

However, one significant problems remains with your intention. It would be possible to take a bus from Zhuhai segment (Zhuhai port of HZM bridge, located on the northern segment of the artificial island close to both Zhuhai and Macau), but the key detail is if you can produce a ticket for that bus segment in advance. As far as you know, you have to have your entire itinerary based on confirmed tickets because it will be checked in both Taipei at the time of check-in and upon landing in Shenzhen.

To conclude, I congratulate you for this eyeopening details, but try now to find an option how to obtain a bus ticket from Zhuhai portion of HZM bridge crossing until Hong Kong in advance and if you manage to do that, it will be a huge favor to all other passengers who would definitely opt to use this exit option, without any doubt. Please, return here with that information and when we meet, you have a bear from me and from others as well :)
Answered by Borut | Apr. 24, 2024 00:28
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Ken, just one detail...

If you want, even under the rules valid before the introduction of new ports mentioned in the article you have presented, you can also take a ferry (speed boat) from Jiuzhou port in Zhuhai to Hong Kong if you wish. This is perfectly eligible port for that purpose. Of course a ticket for the ferry has to be produced online in advance through TurboJet website.
Asked by Jensen from SINGAPORE | Apr. 15, 2024 05:16Reply
Pazhou Ferry Terminal
Hi. I’m on an Australian passport. My route is Singapore to Guangzhou Baiyan Airport, then a ferry from Pazhou Ferry Terminal to HKIA for a HKG- Singapore flight. Would Pazhou work? Thanks
Answers (1)
Answered by Borut | Apr. 16, 2024 00:04
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No, Pazhou port is not eligible exit point. You are advised to use Nansha port, located south from Guangzhou and reachable by Guangzhou metro or even Shekou port in Shenzhen. Please, have in mind that you will have to buy your ferry ticket even before your departure from Singapore. Please, print it out and have that printout at hand, ready to be presented to relevant authorities in both Singapore and Guangzhou. Also, keep in mind that you will have to take exactly that ferry you have bought your ticket for.
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