144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Guangdong
144 hours visa-free transit has been carried out in Guangdong, which provides great convenience for passengers from 54 countries or regions transiting through Guangdong to a third country or region. Tourists eligible for the 144-hour visa-free transit in Guangdong will be able to travel within the whole province for 6 days without applying for a visa, and the stay duration will be counted from 00:00 the day after the entry date.
25 Schengen Agreement Countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
15 Other European Countries: Russia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia (FYROM), Albania, Belarus, Monaco
6 American Countries: the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
2 Oceania Countries: Australia, New Zealand
6 Asian Countries: Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar
Here A refers to the country from which passengers enter Guangdong, and C refers to a third country or region. Before passengers' entry to Guangdong and after passengers' leave from Guangdong, they cannot have a stop anywhere in Mainland China. For example, if a passenger departs from UK to Guangzhou, with a stop in Shanghai, he cannot use the 144-hour visa-free transit.
Required documents:
Passport/Travel Document valid for at least 3 months from the date of entry
Confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region
Visa for a third country/region (if needed)
A fully completed Arrival/Departure Card (including name, nationality, passport no., visa no. & issuance place, flight no., purpose of visit, date of birth, gender)
In Guangdong, only 3 airports can issue the 144 hour free transit, and they are Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an Airport, as well as Jieyang Chaoshan Airport, so the passengers who want to apply for this policy need to enter Guangdong from the 3 ports. But they are allowed to leave from any port in Guangdong.
The basic information about the 3 ports is as follows:
Passengers are allowed to travel or conduct business in the whole Guangdong Province if using the 144-hour visa-free transit, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Dongguan. It's not allowed to get out of the province.
Travelers can go to some popular scenic spots to have a better understanding on Guangdong, such as the well-known Window of the World in Shenzhen, the fascinating Yuexiu Park and the charming Pearl River in Guangzhou. Taking a Pearl River cruise has become a must-do thing for travelers in Guangzhou. Sightseeing the cities in Guangdong will not disappoint tourists because there are many beautiful attractions with natural and cultural sceneries within the province.
Passengers qualify for this policy can also conduct business activities or take part in trade fairs like the Canton Fair. Within the 6 days, businessmen can visit factories and firms in depth as well.
Cantonese cuisine attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world for its refined taste. Tasting the exquisite Cantonese cuisine and delicious Guangzhou snacks can be a highlight to the 6-day trip in Guangdong.
Tourists who qualify for the 144-hour convenient visa to Guangdong province China can take a flight to enter and then embark on a cruise or tour to other countries.
Further Reading on China 144-Hour Visa-Free Policy:
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Liaoning
Xiamen, Wuhan, Qingdao, Chengdu, Kunming, Xi'an, Chongqing
Which Countries Are Covered by the Policy?
15 Other European Countries: Russia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia (FYROM), Albania, Belarus, Monaco
6 American Countries: the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
2 Oceania Countries: Australia, New Zealand
6 Asian Countries: Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar
What Is An Eligible Route?
Country A → B: Guangdong → Country C
Here A refers to the country from which passengers enter Guangdong, and C refers to a third country or region. Before passengers' entry to Guangdong and after passengers' leave from Guangdong, they cannot have a stop anywhere in Mainland China. For example, if a passenger departs from UK to Guangzhou, with a stop in Shanghai, he cannot use the 144-hour visa-free transit.
What Are the Requirements & Procedures for Application?
Passport/Travel Document valid for at least 3 months from the date of entry Confirmed onward ticket to a third country/region Visa for a third country/region (if needed) A fully completed Arrival/Departure Card (including name, nationality, passport no., visa no. & issuance place, flight no., purpose of visit, date of birth, gender) |
| How to apply for 144-hour visa-free transit |
What Are the Eligible Ports to Arrive?
The basic information about the 3 ports is as follows:
| Airport | Telephone Number | Visa Office Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Baiyun Airport | 0086-20-36066622 | 24 hours (full year) |
| 0086-755-82327700 | 10:00 to the last flight of the day (full year) | |
| 0086-663-3828770 | 24 hours (full year) |
What Are the Eligible Ports to Leave?
| Airports | Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Jieyang Chaoshan Airport Meizhou Meixian Airport Zhanjiang Airport |
|---|---|
| Railway Ports | Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station |
| Road Ports | Wenjindu Port, Shatoujiao Port, Huanggang Port, Luohu Port, Shenzhen Bay Port, Gongbei Port, HZM Zhuhai Port, Hengqin Port, Liantang Port |
| Ferry Ports | Guangzhou Port, Nansha Port, Lianhuashan Port, Shekou Port, Shenzhen Airport Fuyong Port, Jiuzhou Port, Wangzai Port, Wanshan Port, Doumen Port, Jiangmen Port, Heshan Port, Gaoming Port (Foshan), Rongqi Port, Zhongshan Port, Humen Port, Pazhou Port. |
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| Areas Allowed to Stay |
Areas Allowed to Stay
What Can You Do during the 144 Hours?
Sightseeing the Landmarks of Cities
Recommended Tours
Conducting Business Activities
Enjoying Famous Cantonese Cuisine
Taking Cruise Tours
Further Reading on China 144-Hour Visa-Free Policy:144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Liaoning
Xiamen, Wuhan, Qingdao, Chengdu, Kunming, Xi'an, Chongqing
| Airport | Telephone Number | Visa Office Opening Hours |
| Guangzhou Baiyun Airport | 0086-20-36066622 | 24 hours (full year) |
| Shenzhen Bao'an Airport | 0086-755-82327700 | 10:00 to the last flight of the day (full year) |
| Jieyang Chaoshan Airport | 0086-663-3828770 | 24 hours (full year) |
- Last updated on Apr. 25, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Guangdong
Asked by vin from UNITED KINGDOM | May. 04, 2024 16:19
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ReplyLeaving Guangdong airport
I have a transit for 5hours, do you think it is possible to be eligible for the transit free visa and leave the airport to explore guangdong for a a few hours?
Asked by Yanna from USA | Apr. 30, 2024 07:18Reply
ReplyDo I need to contact airport?
Hello, I have flights booked to china already but I wanted to guarantee entry to china via 144 hr visa free transit so I call the Chinese embassy in NYC. they said I have to call the airport to speak to them to see if I am able to enter. Did anyone do this? Also, the number for airport isn’t working so does anyone have the number to CAN Baiyun?
Asked by Matyas from CZECHIA | Apr. 29, 2024 05:22Reply
ReplyHi, I have a similar question
My friend is coming to visit me and we are wondering if we can get two visa free stays if we fly from Malaysia to Guangdong, stay there for few days, then take the train to HK, fly to Shanghai or Beijing from there for another few days and then fly back to Europe. Is the Guangdong-HK train ticket enough proof to get the 144h visa free entry permit so we can visit another part of China again after? Also can we fly back to China and ask for new permit the same day that we leave to HK, or should we stay in HK at least for one night?
Thanks :)
Thanks :)
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Answered by Borut | Apr. 30, 2024 00:04
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00ReplyMatyas, you can do exactly what you plan to do with one detail that should be taken into consideration. Since several days ago an option to take a high speed train from Guangzhou and/or Shenzhen to Hong Kong (West Kowloon station) has became an eligible way how to exit mainland China toward Hong Kong, however, this particular detail has not yet been introduced into Timatic data bases or in other words, there is a small risk at the time being that you could be denied boarding the plane in Malaysia. Having this detail in mind I would suggest you to take a ferry from Nansha port located south from Guangzhou and easily reachable by metro. Also, it is important to know that you will have to buy your ferry ticket through CKS - Chu Kong Passenger Transport Company in advance, print it out and have it at hand.
After you have exited to Hong Kong, you have right to immediately (within the same day) depart toward your second destination located within mainland China being it Shanghai or Hong Kong. When you have exited from Guangdong province, one full process of 144 hour visa free transit has ended and you have right to start a new one since there is no limit on how many times you can take visa free transit scheme. Also, there is no requirement on how much time you have spend outside mainland China in order to take a second 144 hour visa free transit.
To conclude, you can do exactly as you have planned, but I would suggest you to take a ferry instead of train at least at the time being until the train is inserted as an eligible way of exit the Guangdong province in Timatic.
After you have exited to Hong Kong, you have right to immediately (within the same day) depart toward your second destination located within mainland China being it Shanghai or Hong Kong. When you have exited from Guangdong province, one full process of 144 hour visa free transit has ended and you have right to start a new one since there is no limit on how many times you can take visa free transit scheme. Also, there is no requirement on how much time you have spend outside mainland China in order to take a second 144 hour visa free transit.
To conclude, you can do exactly as you have planned, but I would suggest you to take a ferry instead of train at least at the time being until the train is inserted as an eligible way of exit the Guangdong province in Timatic.
Asked by Eduardo from MEXICO | Apr. 22, 2024 09:55Reply
ReplyArriving from Macau
I want to travel to Guangzhou coming from Macau and leaving to Philippines by plane, do I am eligible for the 144 Visa?
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Answered by Borut | Apr. 22, 2024 22:3500Reply
00ReplyNo, unfortunately this is not possible. To enter Guangdong province in general you have to fly into the province at three eligible airports. Since there are no flight connections between Macau and those three airports, you cannot do that.
In reality, you can slightly adapt your itinerary to do the following:
- Take a bus or whatever transport you want from Macau to HKIA (Hong Kong International Airport) and fly from there to Guangzhou on a direct, nonstop flight. This detail and the fact that you will fly from Guangzhou directly to the Philippines will make you eligible for 144 hour visa free transit valid for entire province of Guangdong.
In reality, you can slightly adapt your itinerary to do the following:
- Take a bus or whatever transport you want from Macau to HKIA (Hong Kong International Airport) and fly from there to Guangzhou on a direct, nonstop flight. This detail and the fact that you will fly from Guangzhou directly to the Philippines will make you eligible for 144 hour visa free transit valid for entire province of Guangdong.
Answered by Eduardo | Apr. 23, 2024 09:2400Reply
00ReplyThanks for your prompt response
Asked by SC from UNITED STATES | Apr. 20, 2024 11:21Reply
ReplyTaiwan to Shenzhen to HKG
I want to travel from Taipei to Shenzhen then take the ferry to Hong Kong , which ferry I need to by to be eligible for the 144 hrs free visa
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Answered by Borut | Apr. 21, 2024 23:5000Reply
00ReplyYour itinerary is eligible for 144 hour visa free transit. In order to be aligned with the rules, you will buy your ferry ticket from Shekou port in Shenzhen through CKS - Chu Kong Passenger Transport Company website. After you have bought it, you will print it out and have that printout with you ready to be presented to the authorities in both Taipei and in Shenzhen. In order to be eligible for 144 hour visa free transit that is valid for entire Guangdong province, your stay in Shenzhen or in other areas of Guangdong should be at least a minute longer than 24 hours. Also, you should be aware that you will really have to take exactly that ferry that you have bought your ticket for. Also, it is important to use correct terminology because this is not 144 hrs free visa, but 144 visa free transit, so there is no visa of any kind at all.