China eases visa rules as inbound travel nearly doubles in 2024

​China is rapidly expanding its visa-free policies and immigration reforms to fuel a surge of inbound travel, attract global talent, and increase international exchange. In 2024, the country welcomed 26.94 million foreign visitors, up 96% year on year, according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

July 30, 2025

NIA: China has granted visa-free access to citizens of 75 countries

China has introduced unilateral visa-free entry and mutual visa exemption agreements with 75 countries as part of its efforts to streamline visa rules and promote international exchange, an immigration official announced at a press conference on Wednesday.

July 30, 2025

NIA: Number of valid Chinese ordinary passports surpasses 160M

The number of valid ordinary passports held by Chinese citizens has surpassed 160 million, an immigration official announced at a press conference on Wednesday.

July 30, 2025