Category: Transit Visa
Overview: The China Transit Visa, often referring to the 24, 72, or 144-hour visa-free transit policies, allows foreign nationals to transit through specific Chinese ports without a traditional visa, provided they meet strict criteria like having an onward ticket to a third country/region.
Eligibility: Eligible travelers must hold a confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region, a valid passport, and transit through designated ports within 24, 72, or 144 hours, adhering to regional stay limits.
Renewable: No
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsfw/zj/qz/
Summary: The China Transit Visa, primarily referring to visa-free transit (24/72/144 hours), allows eligible travelers with onward tickets to a third country/region to pass through designated Chinese ports conveniently without a formal visa.