Denmark passport → China

China visa for citizens of Denmark

Visa-freeVisa-Free Travel (Temporary)

Citizens of Denmark 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 Travel (Temporary)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 10 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Check eligibility
Ensure you are a Danish passport holder and meet the visa-free transit conditions.
2
Prepare travel documents
Have your passport and confirmed onward ticket ready.
3
Arrive at Chinese port of entry
Present valid passport and onward ticket to immigration officer.
4
Receive transit permit
If eligible, you will be granted a 240-hour (10-day) stay for transit purposes.
5
Depart to third country/region within 10 days
You must leave China to a third country/region (including Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan).

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (Danish passport holders)
Must be valid for at least the duration of stay.

Travel

Confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan)
Required for 240-hour visa-free transit.
Itinerary or proof of travel plans
Must show entry/exit and intended third destination.

Good to know

Visa-free transit is only valid from 8 November 2024 to 31 December 2026.
You must have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region.
This is a transit permit, not a direct visa-free entry for tourism only.

Common refusal reasons

No onward ticket to a third country/region

Always book a ticket to an eligible third country before arriving.

Passport validity insufficient

Ensure passport is valid for the entire intended stay.

Overstaying the 240-hour limit

Plan your itinerary to leave within 10 days.

FAQ

Do citizens of Denmark need a visa for China?

Citizens of Denmark can visit China without a visa for up to 10 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Travel (Temporary).

How long can citizens of Denmark stay in China?

Up to 10 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Denmark need for China?

Valid passport (Danish passport holders); Confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan); Itinerary or proof of travel plans.

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