Kiribati
China
China visa for citizens of Kiribati
Entry requirement
Citizens of Kiribati must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ki.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Kiribati
China has 1 mission in Kiribati, with its embassy in Tarawa.
Chinese citizens travelling to Kiribati
ChinaKiribati Visa-free, 90 days Kiribati 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.
Before travelling from Kiribati 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 citizens of Kiribati can stay in China
How long citizens of Kiribati may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Kiribati apply
In Kiribati, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Tarawa, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for citizens of Kiribati
Afghanistan, Myanmar, North Korea and Russia require citizens of Kiribati to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Kiribati
Chinese citizens can visit Kiribati without a visa for up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Kiribati need a visa for China?
Citizens of Kiribati must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Kiribati?
The Chinese embassy in Kiribati is in Tarawa.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Kiribati?
Chinese citizens can visit Kiribati without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can citizens of Kiribati enter China visa-free?
No; citizens of Kiribati need a visa for China obtained in advance.
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.