China Visa Update — 25 May 2026
visa • 25 May 2026
China’s visa policy remains highly favourable for tourists in 2026, with Australia included in China’s 30-day visa-free entry scheme. According to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Canada and travel guidance summarised by China Odyssey Tours, eligible travellers from Australia and a growing list of countries can enter China for tourism without a visa and stay for up to 30 days. For Australian travellers, that makes short breaks to cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an and Chengdu much easier to plan, especially for last-minute trips. China also continues to offer visa-free transit options for travellers connecting onwards to a third country, with a 10-day visa-free transit policy available in designated areas for eligible nationalities, according to China Travel News-style travel guidance and official Chinese notices. For Australians who prefer a longer stay or are travelling for purposes not covered by visa-free entry, a standard tourist L visa remains available, typically allowing a stay of up to 30 days. Travellers should always check the latest rules with the Chinese embassy or consulate before booking, as visa arrangements can vary by passport, itinerary and entry point.Sources
- https://www.chinaodysseytours.com/faq/necessary-travel-document.html
- https://embassyinformation.com/visa/cn/
- https://www.plan-travel.com/visa/thailand-visa-exemption.html
- https://migaku.com/blog/language-fun/can-foreigners-buy-property-in-china-rules-and-process-in-2026
- https://ca.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/