Ask a QuestionSince its inception on May 1st, 2019, Guangdong has offered a 144-hour visa-free transit policy to visitors from 54 countries. This policy allows travelers to spend up to six days exploring the rich cultural and historical heritage of Guangdong without the need for a prior visa. Whether you're passing through or planning a short-term vacation, this transit visa-free option opens a world of possibilities in Guangdong.
According to the policy, citizens from 54 countries can enter Guangdong without a visa at designated ports if they hold valid international travel documents, have connecting tickets to third countries or regions within 144 hours, and complete the temporary entry foreigner entry card.
The 144-hour countdown begins from 00:01 on the day following your arrival in Guangdong. For example, if you arrive on April 10, 2024, your stay in Guangdong will be from April 11 to April 16. You must depart from the Chinese mainland and travel to a third country or region before 00:00 on April 17th.
As of November 17, 2023, the policy extends to citizens from 54 countries. Notably, Norwegian citizens were the latest addition to this list. The countries are categorized by region as follows:
Europe (40 countries):
Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Spain, Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Balkan States Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Belarus, Russia, Ukraine
Americas (6 countries):
The United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
Oceania (2 countries):
Australia, New Zealand
Asia (6 countries):
South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar
Applicable ports of entry: 3 ports
Baiyun Airport Port, Shenzhen Airport Port, Jieyang Chaoshan Airport Port.
Applicable ports of exit: 32 ports
Central to the 144-hour transit visa-free policy is the principle of onward travel to a third country or region. Travelers must possess a confirmed ticket for departure to a destination outside of China within the designated timeframe. For instance, travelers may follow the route: Country A → Guangdong (Country B) → Country C or region.
A six-day stay is enough to explore most of Guangdong's best attractions. You can refer to the routes below to make your 6-day visa-free trip:
Day 1: Arrival at Guangzhou Airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Day 2: Tour of Guangzhou city, visiting iconic sites such as Yuexiu Park with the Five Rams Sculpture, Guangzhou Museum, the ancient Liurong Temple, enjoying a Cantonese dim sum lunch, and an afternoon visit to Lizhiwan to experience the strong Lingnan (South of the Nanling Mountains) cultural atmosphere. Visit the Cantonese Opera Art Museum and the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, known as the “Pearl of Lingnan Architecture”. In the evening, enjoy a Pearl River night cruise.
Day 3: A day trip to Foshan, visiting the Foshan Ancestral Temple, Wong Fei-hung Memorial Hall, watching a lion dance performance, and after lunch, visiting Nanfeng Ancient Kiln, Foshan Ceramic Doll Street, and Lingnan Tiandi. Then return to Guangzhou.
Day 4: A day trip to the world cultural heritage site of Kaiping Diaolou, starting with breakfast and then heading to Kaiping to visit Zili Village Diaolou, followed by an afternoon visit to Chikan Ancient Town, and then return to Guangzhou.
Day 5: A day trip to Panyu, starting with breakfast and then visiting Shawan Ancient Town, followed by an afternoon visit to Baomo Garden, and then return to Guangzhou.
Day 6: Depart from Guangzhou to Hong Kong by direct bus.
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