United Arab Emirates
China
China visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
China admits Emirati 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 ae.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
ChinaUnited Arab Emirates Visa-free, 90 days United Arab Emirates 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.
Emirati 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 Emirati citizens can stay in China
Emirati citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Emirati citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan and Russia admit Emirati citizens visa-free. Afghanistan, Myanmar and North Korea require Emirati citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
No visa is needed by Chinese citizens for the United Arab Emirates, for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the United Arab Emirates and China.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for China?
China admits Emirati citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in China?
Emirati citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
No visa is needed by Chinese citizens for the United Arab Emirates, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Emirati citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Emirati 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.