China (United Kingdom): Visa required → Visa-free · up to 30 days
Visa required Visa-free · up to 30 days
China opened 30-day visa-free entry to British passport holders. In force through 2026-12-31.
Who this affects
Check a specific routeUnited Kingdom → China
The rule todayVisa-free · 30 days
BeforeVisa required
AfterVisa-free · up to 30 days
In force since2026-02-17
What has NOT changed
A change to the visa rule does not change these. They apply as before.
Passport validityMust be valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Yellow fever certificateCertificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.