China Visa Free 2026 Full Guide [UPDATE: UK & Canada 30-Day Visa-Free Confirmed to Start on Feb 17]

Описание: [LATEST UPDATE - Feb 16] Standard 30-Day Visa-free entry for UK & Canada starts Feb 17, 2026. (Original video mentioned dates TBD).

🇨🇳 China Visa-Free Travel 2026: The Ultimate Full Guide
Planning to visit China in 2026? The visa-free policies have changed, and this video covers everything you need to know to ensure a smooth entry. From the standard visa-free entry and 240-hour transit rule to the 30-day Hainan special entry, we’ve got you covered.
📍 In This Video:
• The Standard Visa-Free Entry: Which countries are eligible and how it works, full list of 77 countries included.
• The 10-Day Transit Rule: How the 240-hour transit visa-free actually works (Arrival Day = Day 0), list of 55 countries included.
• Transit Secret: The "3rd Country or Region" rule explained.
• Hainan Special: 30 days of visa-free paradise for 59 countries.
• 5 Practical Tips: Passport Validity, Pre-fill Arrival Card Online, Police Registration, Why You Should Avoid "Golden Weeks”, and when Visas are still needed.
• Pre-fill Arrival Card Online: https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFilli...

🕒 Chapters (Timecodes):
0:00 Intro: China is more accessible than ever in 2026 1:19 The Standard 30-Day Visa-Free Entry 2:34 The 10-Day(240-Hour) Visa-Free Transit Policy Explained. 3:14 Transit Rules Explained with sample scenarios and how to Calculate Your Stay (The Day 0 Rule) 5:36 Hainan 30-Day Visa-Free Policy 6:39 Tip 1: Booking & Passport Backups 7:01 Tip 2: Pre-fill arrival card online 7:43 Tip 3: The Police Registration 8:06 Tip 4: Avoiding the Holiday Crowds 8:28 Tip 5Ground rules for visa-free entry and when visa is still needed

⚠️ Important Rules to Remember:
1. The Transit Rule: For transit visa-free, you MUST be traveling from Country A to China to Country C (where A and C are different countries/regions).
2. Stay Limits: Under the 240h rule, your stay officially begins at 00:00 the day AFTER you arrive.
3. Registration: If staying in a private home (friends/homestay), you must register with the local police within 24 hours.

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⚖️ Disclaimer:
Travel policies can change rapidly. While the information in this video is accurate as of early 2026, always check with the nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate, or the National Immigration Administration (NIA) of China before booking your trip. This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or official immigration advice.