Austria
China
China visa for Austrian citizens
Entry requirement
Austrian citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at at.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Austria
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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.
Before travelling from Austria to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Austrian citizens can stay in China
Austrian citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Austrian citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan admit Austrian citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Austrian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Austria
Austria requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Austrian citizens need a visa for China?
Austrian citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Austrian citizens stay in China?
Austrian citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Austria?
Austria requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Austrian citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Austrian 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.