Canada visa requirements for Chinese citizens in 2026
Last updated 5 Jun 2026
Checked 4 Aug 2026
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Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
How to enter
Chinese passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Canada.
1Embassy Visa
For Chinese citizens looking to travel to Canada, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest Canada embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
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No transit visa is required if transiting through Calgary, Montreal Trudeau (Air Canada Flights only), Toronto Pearson (Terminal 1 only, cannot change terminal or transit through Terminal 3), Vancouver International or Winnipeg Airports to or from the United States within 24 hours of arrival while holding valid US visa and travelling on flights operated by Air Canada (including subsidiaries Air Canada Rouge and Jazz Air), Air China, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Philippine Airlines, WestJet, or Xiamen Airlines. Need to departure from Beijing, Chengdu, Fuzhou, Guangzhou, Harbin, Hong Kong, Manila, Nagoya, Osaka, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenyang, Taipei, Tokyo, or Xiamen if travelling to the United States. Need not to be under a removal or deportation order or staying in the United States longer than the authorized time if leaving the United States.
Visa is not required for permanent residents of the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Canada from China?
Yes, a visa is required for Chinese citizens.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Canada in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Chinese citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Chinese citizens travel to Canada?
Yes, Chinese citizens can travel to Canada, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in Canada with Embassy Visa for Chinese citizens?
The maximum length of stay in Canada with Embassy Visa is not specified. Chinese citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Chinese citizen overstays their visa in Canada?
Overstaying a visa in Canada can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Canada in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.