China Travel

China Extends 144-hour Visa-free Transit Policy to More Countries

Hey there, fellow travelers! I’m Joran, your friendly California guy who married a local Chengdu girl and has been living in China for years. Let me break down this latest immigration news for you in plain English. What’s New? The National Immigration Administration announced today that the 144-hour visa-free transit policy will be extended to citizens from an additional 15 countries, making it easier for international travelers to visit China. ...

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