Portugal
China
China visa for Portuguese citizens
Entry requirement
Portuguese 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at pt.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Portugal
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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.
For a trip from Portugal 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).
Good to know
How long Portuguese citizens can stay in China
Portuguese citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Portuguese citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan admit Portuguese citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Portuguese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Portugal
Portugal requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for China?
Portuguese citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Portuguese citizens stay in China?
Portuguese citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Portugal?
Portugal requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Portuguese citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Portuguese citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.