Japan
China
China visa for Japanese citizens
Entry requirement
Japanese citizens can visit China without a visa for 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 jp.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Japan
ChinaJapan e-Visa Japan 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.
Japanese citizens planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Japanese citizens can stay in China
Japanese citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Japanese citizens
Laos, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam admit Japanese citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Japanese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Japan
Japan requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for China?
Japanese citizens can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Japanese citizens stay in China?
Japanese citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Japanese citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Japanese 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.