Slovenia passport → China

China visa for citizens of Slovenia

Visa-freeVisa-free entry (240-hour transit)

Citizens of Slovenia 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
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
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Arrive in China at a designated port
Enter via one of the 240-hour visa-free transit ports (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.).
2
Present passport and onward ticket to immigration
Border officer will verify passport validity and onward itinerary.
3
Receive temporary entry clearance
A 10-day (240-hour) stay is stamped, limited to the area/region of the port of entry.
4
Exit China within 240 hours to a third country/region
Must depart to a country/region different from the one you arrived from.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (Slovenian)
Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Travel

Confirmed onward ticket/itinerary to third country
Must show departure from China to a third country or region (incl. Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan).

Good to know

Visa-free transit is only valid for travel to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan); returning to your country of origin is not permitted under this scheme.
Travelers must use the same type of transport for entry and exit (e.g., if arriving by air, must depart by air).
The 240-hour period begins at 00:00 the day after arrival.

Common refusal reasons

No valid onward ticket to a third country/region

Ensure you have a confirmed, non-refundable ticket departing China within 240 hours.

Passport validity less than 6 months

Check and renew passport if needed before travel.

Attempting to return to country of origin directly

Book an itinerary that travels to a third country or region (e.g., Slovenia -> China -> Japan).

FAQ

Do citizens of Slovenia need a visa for China?

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

How long can citizens of Slovenia stay in China?

Up to 10 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Slovenia need for China?

Valid passport (Slovenian); Confirmed onward ticket/itinerary to third country.

How long must my passport be valid for China?

At least 6 months.

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