China Visa Requirements for French citizens in 2024

Last Updated: June 6, 2024, 10:29 a.m.

France

China

1) Visa Not Required

Travelers holding French passports are welcomed to China without the need for a tourist visa in 2024. Enjoy up to 15 days days of visa-free stay and ensure to review the below guidelines for a smooth travel experience.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

15 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


Further Notes

  • Visa-free from December 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025.
  • 24-hour visa-free transit through China (unless arriving in Fuzhou, Huangshan, Mudanjiang, or Yanji).
  • 72-hour visa-free transit through Changsha, Guilin and Harbin.
  • 144-hour visa-free transit through Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Jieyang, Kunming, Nanjing, Ningbo, Qinhuangdao, Qingdao, Shanghai, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Shijiazhuang, Tianjin, Wuhan, Xiamen and Xi'an.
  • Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan count as third countries under the 24, 72 and 144-hours transit without visa (TWOV) policies.

Reference Links

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General Information about China

  • Name (Common): China
  • Name (Official): People's Republic of China
  • Population: 1402112000
  • Area: 9706961
  • Capital: Beijing
  • Currency: Chinese yuan
  • Language: Chinese
  • Calling Code: +8
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Eastern Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

No, French citizens do not need a visa for China.

No, French citizens do not need a visa for China.

Yes, French citizens can travel to China without a visa.

The maximum length of stay in China with Visa Not Required is 15 days. French citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying in China even if a visa is not required can result in fines and penalties. Ensure to comply with the allowed stay duration of 15 days.
Travel Advisory for China

Advisory Message: China has a current risk level of 3.4 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling China.
Score: 3.4
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/china
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.