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Breaking News: China Extends Visa Exemption for 12 Countries Until 2025 We are pleased to share a significant update from President Xi Jinping, announced at the closing ceremony of the Sixth Meeting of the China-France Business Council. In a move that underscores China’s commitment to fostering international cooperation, the visa exemption for citizens from 12 countries on short-term visits has been extended until the end of 2025. This policy, initially set to expire in November this year, covers the following countries: France Germany Italy The Netherlands Spain Malaysia Switzerland Ireland Hungary Austria Belgium Luxembourg This extension is a positive step towards enhancing business and cultural exchanges, providing continued ease of travel for citizens from these nations. #Travel #InternationalRelations #China #VisaExemption

Welcom to China！ Notice on China’s trial visa-free policy for six countries including Switzerland Information from China Govement， In order to further promote personnel exchanges between China and foreign countries, China has decided to expand the scope of visa-free countries and implement a pilot visa-free policy for ordinary passport holders from six countries: Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, and Luxembourg. From March 14 to November 30, 2024, ordinary passport holders from the above countries can enter China without a visa if they come to China for business, tourism, visiting relatives and friends, and transit for no more than 15 days. People from the above-mentioned countries who do not meet the conditions for visa exemption still need to apply for a visa before entering China.

📌 Ministry of Foreign Affairs: ⌚️ China will trial visa-free policy for France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia 🩸China Financial News Agency, November 24th, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning announced on November 24th that in order to facilitate the high-quality development of Chinese and foreign personnel exchanges and high-level opening up to the outside world. 📪 #China decided to expand the scope of unilateral visa-free countries on a trial basis to #France and #Germany, #Italy, the #Netherlands , #Spain and #Malaysia implement a unilateral visa-free policy for ordinary passport holders. From December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024, ordinary passport holders from the above countries who come to China for business, tourism, visiting relatives and friends, and transit for no more than 15 days can enter China without a visa. #morrison #China #visafree #welcometochina #factoryvisit

China agrees to visa-free travel for Swiss nationals 👏 China and Switzerland reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen the existing free trade agreement and enhance bilateral relations, according to the Swiss government. China's decision to offer visa-free access to more countries is crucial as it promotes economic growth through increased tourism and trade relations. #china #trade #business #visa

You're right, the recent moves by the Chinese government are making it easier for foreigners to visit China, which has several positive outcomes: * **Increased tourism:** More visitors means a boost to China's tourism industry, bringing in revenue for businesses like hotels, restaurants, and attractions. * **Stronger business ties:** Easier travel facilitates business interactions between Chinese and foreign companies, fostering partnerships and trade. * **Cultural exchange:** As people travel, they share cultures and perspectives. This can lead to better understanding and relationships between China and other countries. * **Benefits for Hong Kong:** The new travel permit for Hong Kong residents strengthens its role as a gateway to mainland China, boosting its economy. Overall, these changes promote international connection and economic growth for both China and the countries whose citizens can now visit more easily. There could be more announcements to come as China strives for a "high-level opening-up" as mentioned by a spokesperson. This suggests a continued effort to make China more accessible to the world.

China🇨🇳 is trialling visa-free travel for citizens from France🇫🇷, Germany🇩🇪, Italy🇮🇹, the Netherlands🇳🇱, Spain🇪🇸 and Malaysia🇲🇾 for a year, its foreign ministry said. From December to 30 November 2024, ordinary passport holders from these countries can do business or travel in China without a visa for up to 15 days. 👉This policy aims to promote China's high-quality development and opening up

Visa-waiver entry to China for citizens of six countries The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced a new policy for inbound tourism as a trial involving six countries. Read more about the background in the new edition of COTRI Intelligence (www.cotri-intelligence.com). Translation of original announcement: Notice of China's Trial Implementation of Unilateral Visa Waiver Policy for 6 Countries, Including France and Germany In order to further promote the exchange of people between China and foreign countries, serve high-quality development and high-level opening-up, China has decided to expand the scope of unilateral visa-free countries on a trial basis, and implement the policy of unilateral visa-free entry for ordinary passport holders of six countries, namely, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Malaysia, on a trial basis. During the period from 1 December 2023 to 30 November 2024, holders of ordinary passports from the above countries who come to China for business, travel and tourism, visiting relatives and friends, and transit for not more than 15 days may enter China visa-free. Persons from the above countries who are not eligible for visa-free access are still required to obtain visas for China before entering the country. #visa #china #cotri #germany #netherlands #malaysia #france #italy #spain #tourism #waiver #visafree #visafreetravel #policy #trial

🌐 Exciting News for Foreigners in China! 🇨🇳✨ Starting January 11, the National Immigration Administration (国家移民管理) has implemented 5 measures to facilitate the entry of foreigners for business, study, and tourism, enhancing the openness and quality of services. 🤝🎓✈️ Original source (Chinese): https://lnkd.in/enpQDXRm Measures (see original in the picture): 1⃣ Eased visa conditions for urgent visits: Foreigners engaged in trade, visits, investment, family visits, and personal matters can apply for on-arrival visas at ports with relevant documents. 2⃣ 24-hour transit without inspection: Foreigners at 9 major international airports, including Beijing Capital and Shanghai Pudong, can transit without border inspection within 24 hours with valid international connecting flights. 3⃣ Convenient visa extension: Foreigners in China for short-term activities can apply for visa extension, renewal, or reissue locally for valid reasons. 4⃣ Multiple-entry visas: Foreigners with legitimate reasons for multiple entries can apply for a visa with supporting documents. 5⃣ Simplified documentation: For visa applications, relevant records like accommodation and business licenses can be exempted if available through information sharing. These measures align with China's commitment to open up, providing a more efficient and welcoming environment for global professionals. 🌏🚀 Let's embrace these positive changes! 🇨🇳🤝✈️ #ChinaVisa #ForeignersInChina #OpenForBusiness #GlobalOpportunities #LinkedInPost

China has tried out a unilateral visa-free policy for six countries, including France and Germany In order to further promote people-to-people exchanges with China, serve high-quality development and open up to the outside world, China has decided to expand the number of unilateral visa-free countries on a trial basis, and extend the unilateral visa-free policy to ordinary passport holders from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia. During the period from December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024, holders of ordinary passports from the above countries may enter China visa-free for business, tourism, visiting relatives and friends and transit for no more than 15 days. Those who do not meet the visa exemption requirements from the above countries still need to obtain a visa to China before entering the country. Source: Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs #travel #business #tourism #exchange #China #visafree #cooperation #international #Germany #France #Italy #thenetherlands #Spain #Malaysia

According to the ranking complied by Henley & Partners, Kazakhstan was placed the highest in the Central Asian region, with its citizens enjoying visa-free access of 77 countries of the world. Kyrgyzstan was ranked 76th, Uzbekistan -78th, Tajikistan – 82nd and Turkmenistan – 89th. Singapore was placed at the top of the 2024 Henley Passport Index, as the number of destinations Singaporean passport holders can access without a prior visa stands at 195. Coming in second are France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Japan, with the list of visa-free countries their citizens have access to includes 192. #Kazakhstan #passports #CentralAsia