China Visa Requirements for Russian citizens in 2024
Last Updated: June 28, 2024, 2:27 p.m.
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1) Visa Not Required
Travelers holding Russian 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
DangerAllowed Stay
15 days
Purpose of Travel
Tourist
Further Notes
- 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.
- Visa not required for 15 days for travelling as part of an accredited tour group (5 ~ 50 people).
- May visit Suifenhe without a visa for up to 15 days if travelling with at least one companion.
- Residents of Amur Oblast may visit Heihe without a visa for a day.
- 30 days visa-free on Hainan Island through travel agencies provided that nationals of Russia arriving on a direct flight from third countries.
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
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 June 28, 2024, 7:57 a.m.