Australia
China
China visa for Australian citizens
Entry requirement
China admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at au.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Australia
ChinaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Australia to China, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Australian citizens can stay in China
Australian citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Australian citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan admit Australian citizens visa-free. Afghanistan, North Korea and Russia require Australian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Australia
Australia requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Australian citizens need a visa for China?
China admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Australian citizens stay in China?
Australian citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Australia?
Australia requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Australian citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Australian citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.