China Visa & Travel Authorization

Overview

Japanese passport holders generally need a visa in advance. The 72/144-hour transit exemption applies if conditions are met. Recent expansions of short-stay exemption policies (2023-) may apply; consult for the latest status.

Basics

Authorization	Chinese L Visa
System	L Visa (Tourist) / 72/144-hour Transit Without Visa
Maximum stay	Varies by visa type (typically 30-60 days)
Validity	Single/double/multiple entry
Official site	https://www.visaforchina.cn/

Notes & Updates

Apply via the Chinese Embassy or an authorized Visa Application Service Center (VFS).
Passport must have 6+ months validity and 2+ blank visa pages.
Transit exemption is limited to specified airports and cities.
Fees and required documents change frequently—verify the latest.

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* Information current as of May 2026. Always verify with official government sources before travel.