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China visa for Italian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Italian citizens for China, 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 it.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Italy
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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 Italy 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).
Good to know
How long Italian citizens can stay in China
Italian citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Italian citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam admit Italian citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Italian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Italy
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Italy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Italian citizens need a visa for China?
No visa is needed by Italian citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Italian citizens stay in China?
Italian citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Italy?
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Italy.
Can Italian citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Italian 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.