📰 Monitoring of Visa Policy Changes
Important visa policy changes affecting Chinese passport holders in 2025-2026, listed in reverse chronological order. Policies change quickly; this page is updated as soon as new announcements are confirmed.
📅 Policy change timeline
Expiring soon
2026-09-14
Russia’s visa-free policy for China expires
The presidential decree provides visa exemption (30 days) until September 14, 2026. Whether it will be extended remains to be confirmed by Russia. After expiration, business visa application must be resumed (the original invitation letter from Russia is required). It is recommended to pay attention to follow-up announcements at the end of August.
Implementation of new regulations
2026-09-15
State Council Order No. 841 is implemented: Entry and exit agencies must register
Those engaged in private entry-exit intermediary services must register with the immigration management agency within 15 days, and practitioners must register simultaneously. For details, see Interpretation of regulations.
policy adjustment
2026-08-12
Thailand visa-free stay to be reduced from 60 days to 30 days
The Thai cabinet has approved the reduction, pending the constitutional gazette to take effect. Until it takes effect, the 60-day stay continues to apply. Please confirm the latest policy details before traveling.
Mutual exemption takes effect
2025-07-17
China-Malaysia mutual visa exemption agreement officially comes into effect
Holders of ordinary Chinese passports can enter Malaysia visa-free for business/tourism for 30 days, and the total number of days within 180 days shall not exceed 90 days. Complete the MDAC form 3 days before entering the country.
Visa exemption on trial basis
2026-05-11
Brazil launches 30-day visa exemption trial for China
The trial period will be implemented until December 31, 2026. The cumulative period shall not exceed 30 days every 12 months and cannot be extended. If you exceed the validity period or need to stay longer, you must apply for a business visa.
Visa exemption on trial basis
2026-01-16
Philippines 14-day visa exemption trial for China (1 year)
Entry is limited to Manila NAIA and Cebu MCIA airports. A visa is required for travel exceeding 14 days or at non-designated ports.
Unilateral visa exemption
2026-01-02
Türkiye offers visa-free entry for Chinese citizens (tourism/transit only)
The official definition limits the purpose of "tourism and transit", and there are differences in interpretation for business activities. It is recommended to use electronic visa for business travel to avoid entry disputes.
Conditions for visa exemption
2025-11-03
New Zealand: 3 months visa-free with Australian visa + NZeTA (1-year trial)
Must depart from Australia, pure transit through Australia is not applicable. Complete the NZeTA online application before traveling.
Conditions for visa exemption
2025-07-22
Argentina: Visa-free for 30 days with a valid US visa
The type of U.S. visa must meet the requirements and be valid, otherwise you still need to apply for a business visa at the embassy.
Mutual exemption takes effect
2025-02-09
China–Singapore Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement Takes Effect
Business/tourist visa exemption for 30 days, please fill in the SG Arrival Card 3 days before entry.
🔍 Monitoring mechanism description
Monitoring scope
- • Changes in visa categories, fees, and cycles for 30 major business destination countries
- • New or canceled visa-free/visa-on-arrival/electronic visa policies
- • Visa center operation adjustments (appointments, fees, acceptance range)
- • Changes in China’s outbound regulations (such as State Council Order No. 841)
Update process
- • After the official announcement is released, priority will be given to verifying the original text of the embassy or consulate/visa center
- • After verification, promptly update the corresponding country details page and mark it on this page
- • Check and revise site-wide policy information from time to time, giving priority to outdated content reported by users