Visa-Free Countries for China Passport (2026)
The China passport provides its citizens with a specific baseline of international travel freedom. Understanding exactly where you can travel without a visa, where you need an eVisa, and where a traditional visa is required is the first step in planning any trip abroad. China passport holders can currently visit 41 countries visa-free, 36 with a visa on arrival, and 25 with an eVisa — totaling 102 destinations accessible without a lengthy or complex traditional visa application.
However, the remaining 92 of 194 tracked destinations around the world do require a full, traditional visa approved prior to departure. The table below breaks down the current visa requirements for China citizens globally.
| Visa Status | Destinations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Visa Free | 41 | 21% |
| Visa on Arrival | 36 | 19% |
| eVisa | 25 | 13% |
| Visa Required | 92 | 47% |
How a Residence Permit Changes Your Access
A residence permit from a major economy can flip dozens of visa-required destinations to visa-free. Select a residence permit in the tool above to see how it changes your access map. The impact varies by permit — a Schengen residence permit, US Green Card, or UK BRP each unlock different sets of destinations.
Popular Visa-Free Destinations
- China to Angola
- China to Albania
- China to Antigua and Barbuda
- China to Benin
- China to Bahamas
- China to Bosnia and Herzegovina
- China to Belarus
- China to Barbados
- China to Brunei
- China to Cuba
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data last verified: March 2026.