France passport → China

China visa for citizens of France

Visa-freeVisa-Free Transit (240 hours)

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

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Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-Free Transit (240 hours)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 10 days
Entries	Single entry
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 designated port of entry
Present your passport and onward ticket to immigration for 240-hour visa-free transit

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Must have at least two blank pages

Travel

Confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region
Includes Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan

Good to know

This visa-free policy is temporary from December 1, 2023 to December 31, 2026
Travelers must exit through designated ports of entry/exit
Overstay may result in fines and future entry bans

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry

No confirmed onward ticket to a third country

Book a ticket to a destination outside mainland China before arrival

Attempting to enter through non-designated port

Use only the ports listed for 240-hour transit (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.)

FAQ

Do citizens of France need a visa for China?

Citizens of France can visit China without a visa for up to 10 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Transit (240 hours).

How long can citizens of France stay in China?

Up to 10 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of France need for China?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region.

How long must my passport be valid for China?

At least 6 months.

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