Visa exemption policy update

Nov 4, 2025 | China

China has announced the extension of its visa exemption policy for another year for 46 countries, including France. The measure is therefore extended until December 31, 2026. As a reminder, citizens of the following countries and territories can enjoy a 30-day...

Chinese new year – Visa centre closure

Jan 6, 2025 | China

Due to Chinese New Year, we inform you that the Chinese Visa Center will be closed exceptionally: – Tuesday January 28, 2025 – Wednesday January 29, 2025 – Thursday January 30, 2025 – Friday January 31, 2025 Also, the recovery times for files submitted before these...

New China Visa exemptions for 6 countries

Mar 13, 2024 | China, China

China has extended visa-free entry to six other countries, including 4 European ones. In December and January, China introduced visa-free entry for citizens of seven European countries (including France) and Malaysia (for a maximum stay of 15 days) until November...

CHINA – France Visa exemption

Nov 24, 2023 | China, China

Notice on Chinese visa waiver for ordinary passport holders from six countries including France 2023-11-24 16:36 From December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024 at 24:00 p.m., holders of valid ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and...

Chinese consulate temporary closure

Sep 29, 2023 | China, China

Temporary closure of the Consular Service of the Chinese Embassy 2023-09-12 16:33 The Consular Service of the Embassy of China will be closed from Friday September 29 to Wednesday October 4 2023. Thank you for your understanding.   Visa Travel International will...

Removal of Covid-19 testing requirements

Aug 30, 2023 | China, China

Following a communiucation from the Embassy, from August 30, 2023, travelers wishing to travel to China will no longer need to perform the PCR or antigen test and...