Sweden
China
China visa for Swedish citizens
Entry requirement
Swedish 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 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at chinaembassy.se
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Sweden
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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.
Swedish 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Swedish citizens can stay in China
Swedish citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Swedish citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam admit Swedish citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Swedish citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Sweden
Sweden requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for China?
Swedish citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Swedish citizens stay in China?
Swedish citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Sweden requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Swedish citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Swedish 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.