๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina Visa for Emirati Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free30 days max stay

No โ€” Emirati passport holders do not need a visa for China. Entry is visa-free for up to 30 days as of 2026.

Ordinary passport holders; bilateral mutual visa exemption agreement (effective 2018-01-16), max stay 30 days; per China MFA mutual visa exemption agreements table (ไธญๅค–ไบ’ๅ…็ญพ่ฏๅๅฎšไธ€่งˆ่กจ) (verified 2026-07)

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Entering China on an Emirati passport

  • โ†’ Travel with just your valid Emirati passport. No visa or prior application needed.

China visa for Emirati citizens โ€” FAQ

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for China?

No โ€” Emirati passport holders do not need a visa for China. Entry is visa-free for up to 30 days as of 2026.

How long can Emirati citizens stay in China?

Emirati passport holders can stay in China for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Emirati citizens need for China?

A valid passport is all Emirati citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 30 days).

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