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title: China visa for citizens of Australia
description: Citizens of Australia can visit China without a visa for up to 10 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# China visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia can visit China without a visa for up to 10 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry (240-hour transit)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 10 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to immigration with your passport and onward ticket.
2. **Present documents** — Hand over passport and onward ticket to the immigration officer.
3. **Receive entry stamp** — The officer will stamp your passport with a 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit permit.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
- **Confirmed onward ticket or itinerary** (Travel): Must show travel to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan).

## Good to know

- Visa-free transit is only permitted if you have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region.
- Entry is allowed via any mode of transport (air, sea, land).
- Overstaying the 240-hour limit may result in fines or deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- **No confirmed onward ticket** — Book a ticket to a third country or region before traveling.
- **Previous immigration violations in China** — Ensure compliance with all previous Chinese immigration laws.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for China?

Citizens of Australia can visit China without a visa for up to 10 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry (240-hour transit).

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in China?

Up to 10 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for China?

Valid passport; Confirmed onward ticket or itinerary.

### How long must my passport be valid for China?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [China visa for every passport](/visa/china)
- [Every destination for Australia passport holders](/visa/passport/australia)