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Do Japanese citizens need a visa for China?
Visa-free
Japanese citizens can enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism, business, family visits or transit (China's unilateral trial policy, reinstated 30 Nov 2024 and extended through end-2026).
Last verified: 2026-05-24 · Source:
official government page
At a glance
| Visa type | Visa exemption (unilateral trial, through end-2026) |
|---|---|
| Maximum stay | 30 days per entry |
| Processing time | On arrival |
| Application fee | Free |
| Passport validity required | 6+ months with at least 1 blank page |
| Blank pages required | 1 minimum |
| Where to apply | Not applicable |
How to apply, step by step
- Confirm the visa-exemption policy is still in effect for your travel date.
- Passport 6+ months with 1 blank page.
- Have return/onward flight within 30 days.
- Accommodation proof.
- Present at Chinese immigration.
Document checklist
- Japanese passport (6+ months, 1 blank page)
- Return/onward flight within 30 days
- Hotel booking
Frequently asked questions
When does this policy end?
Currently extended through 31 December 2026. Verify the latest extension on the Chinese embassy website before travel.
Longer than 30 days?
You need a regular L visa applied for at a CVASC before travel.
What happens if I overstay?
Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.
About this page
Compiled by Julia Heldmann. Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of China.