China passport · Henley rank #62 · Updated May 2026
Visa-Free Countries for China Passport 2026
China passport holders can enter 84 destinations without an embassy visa: 24 visa-free, 36 with visa on arrival, and 24 with an eVisa. Ranked #62 on the Henley Passport Index 2026.
Open border
Visa-free for China passport holders
24 countries — show your passport at immigration, get the entry stamp, you are in.
Stamped at landing
Visa on arrival for China passport holders
36 countries — get the visa stamped (and usually paid for in cash) at the airport on arrival.
South America
1Africa
23Oceania
1Apply online before flying
eVisa destinations for China passport holders
24 countries — short online form before the flight, confirmation emailed within minutes to a few days.
Embassy visa required
Where the China passport needs a full visa
These 64 destinations require a visa applied for at an embassy or consulate before travel. Plan 2 to 8 weeks for processing.
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OpenQuestions
0901How many countries can a China passport visit visa-free?
A China passport holder can enter 84 countries without an embassy visa: 24 fully visa-free, 36 with visa on arrival, and 24 with an eVisa. Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the China passport #62 globally with a score of 85.
02Where do Chinese passport holders need a visa?
Around 64 destinations require an embassy visa applied for in advance. The list typically includes major closed or restricted-entry markets — see the full list below grouped by continent.
03Does a China passport need ESTA, ETIAS, or any travel authorisation?
For most destinations, China passport holders apply for a visa-on-arrival or eVisa as listed below. Schemes like ESTA, ETIAS, and the UK ETA do not apply to China passport holders for visa-exempt entry.
04What is the China passport ranking in 2026?
The Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the China passport #62, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 85 destinations. Rankings are recompiled quarterly using IATA Timatic data.
05How long can I stay in a visa-free country?
Most visa-free or visa-on-arrival entries grant 30, 60, or 90 days. The Schengen Area uses a strict 90-days-in-any-180 rule; some countries (Mexico, Albania) allow 180 days; others (Vietnam) cap at 45. Always confirm the per-country limit before booking long stays.
06Does a China passport need a visa for the United Kingdom?
China passport holders generally need a UK visitor visa applied for at the British embassy or consulate before travel.
07Does a China passport need a visa for Schengen Europe?
China passport holders generally need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) applied for at the embassy of the country they will spend the most time in.
08What documents do I need at the airport?
A passport valid for at least 3 to 6 months beyond departure, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of funds for the planned stay. Some countries also ask for travel insurance.
09Where is the data sourced from?
Visa rules are compiled from the Henley Passport Index 2026, the IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the destination's official immigration portal, then cross-checked against the issuing-country foreign office. Data last verified May 2026.
Methodology
Last verified May 2026. Compiled by Max at TripMemo from the Henley Passport Index 2026, IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the issuing country’s foreign office, China Consular Services Network. Visa policy can change at short notice — confirm specific entry rules on the destination’s official immigration site within two weeks of departure.
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