Saudi Arabia
China
China visa for Saudi citizens
Entry requirement
China admits Saudi citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at sa.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
ChinaSaudi Arabia Visa on arrival Saudi Arabia 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.
Saudi 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Saudi citizens can stay in China
Saudi citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Saudi citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan admit Saudi citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Saudi citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
Chinese citizens receive their visa for Saudi Arabia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for China?
China admits Saudi citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in China?
Saudi citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Chinese citizens receive their visa for Saudi Arabia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Can Saudi citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Saudi 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.