China Expands 10-Day Visa-Free Transit Rules

Traveling to China with foreign family members from Denmark or Sweden is now easier. China expanded its 240-hour visa-free transit program on August 20, 2026.

The National Immigration Administration added Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam to the policy. The 10-day visa-free transit rule now covers 57 countries. Hainan's 30-day visa-free entry policy now includes 61 countries.

Eligible foreign travelers must hold ordinary passports. They must also have confirmed onward tickets to a third country or region. Travelers can enter through 65 designated ports across China. The rule applies to short visits for tourism, business, or family trips.

For residents in Copenhagen, this simplifies planning international travel through Asia. It helps Chinese residents travel to China with foreign-passport spouses or friends. This update was reported by China Daily.