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Can my nationality enter China visa-free?
Maybe. China has several visa-free channels with different country lists, so check nationality, passport type, purpose, route, and stay length.
Can I use China's 30-day visa-free entry?
Only if your ordinary passport nationality is on the current waiver list and your trip purpose fits the permitted short-stay categories.
Do I qualify for China 240-hour TWOV?
You need eligible nationality, a valid document, participating port, confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region, and a permitted stay area.
Need third-country ticket for China TWOV?
Yes. For 240-hour transit without visa, you need confirmed onward travel to a third country or region, not a simple return to your origin.
How long must my passport be valid for China?
It depends: regular visas often need six months and blank pages; 30-day visa-free needs validity for the stay; TWOV needs at least three months.
Will China check onward tickets?
Sometimes. Onward proof matters more for visa-free entry, one-way trips, and TWOV; airlines may check before boarding as well as at entry.
Can I get a China port visa on arrival?
Usually no. Port visas are exceptional and purpose-limited, so ordinary tourists should not expect to buy a visa after landing.