Hainan 30-Day Visa-Free Access

Hainan 30-day visa-free access scheme stipulates foreign citizens holding the passport of 59 qualifying countries can have 30 days visa-free entry to Hainan for the purpose of tourism visiting, business activities, exhibition, sports competition, family visitation etc (except study and work）. During the stay, they can travel in the whole of Hainan Province without a Chinese visa. This visa-free access will count its 30 days duration from 00:00 the day following the entry date.
 

6 American Countries: the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile

2 Oceania Countries: Australia, New Zealand

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

11 Asian Countries: Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar
 

Haikou Meilan International Airport, Sanya Phoenix International Airport and all open ports in Hainan Province.
 

Haikou Meilan International Airport: 0898-65760114
Sanya Phoenix International Airport: 0898-88289390
 

Foreigners eligible for this 30 days visa exemption entry can travel inside Hainan Province. Going to mainland China from Hainan is not allowed if not having an appropriate visa.

Those wishing to visit mainland China, or extend their stay in Hainan, can apply for a regular Chinese visa from the local Exit and Entry Administration.
 

 Valid passport/Travel Document valid for at least 3 months from the date of entry
 Tickets for Round-trip International Flight or Cruise Ships
 Hotel Bookings
 Travel Itinerary to Hainan
 As a romantic tourist resort in south China with rolling hills and tropical rainforests, sea island of Hainan possesses gorgeous natural seaside sceneries. Especially the seductive Yalong Bay and scenic Tianya Haijiao of Sanya should not be missed. 

Yalong Bay

Wuzhizhou Island

Boao Forum for Asia’s headquarters is located in Boao of Hainan. Annually in March or April, many state leaders come to Hainan together to negotiate for development of the world.

By utilizing this 30 days visa-free access, it’s convenient for you to make a trip or take part in the business or official conference in Hainan.

 Recommended Guided Tour: 5 Days Haikou & Sanya Tour
 

According to related regulations, 30-day Hainan VOA can be issued at available ports in Haikou and Sanya, and it permits holders to exit China from other Chinese cities. Also, it can be extended if the holder wishes to stay longer in China.

However, it has not been proved practical because it is still in “trial” phase. We are waiting for more feedbacks.  

 see more China Visa on Arrival
 

Since July 30, 2024, it’s possible for overseas visitors to visit Hainan from Hong Kong and Macao without a visa. They are allowed to stay for up to 144 hours and the 144-hour starts from 00:00 of the next arrival day. But they need to join a tour in Hong Kong or Macao organized by locally registered travel agencies and there should be at least two members in the group. They can enter Hainan and exit from any of its ports, but in a group together. 
 

 Further Reading: China Visa