Hey there, future globetrotters! 🌍 Have you ever dreamed of visiting the Great Wall of China or seeing pandas up close? Well, we’ve got some exciting news! China has just made it easier for people from 29 countries to visit without needing a visa!
What’s a visa? It’s like a special permission slip that some countries require before you can visit. But now, China is saying, “Come on over! We’d love to have you!”
Who can visit visa-free? Starting December 1, 2023, people from countries like France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Malaysia can travel to China for up to 15 days without applying for a visa beforehand. That means less paperwork and more adventure! 🎒
Making travel easier! China has also simplified the visa application process for everyone else. They’ve reduced the number of questions on the form, cut visa fees by 25%, and you don’t need to make an appointment anymore. How cool is that? 😎
More visitors than ever! In recent months, over 8 million people visited China from other countries—a 48% increase from before! Almost 5 million of them didn’t need a visa at all!
So, if you’ve been dreaming of exploring ancient temples, trying yummy new foods, or making friends across the globe, now might be the perfect time to start planning your adventure! 🗺️
Reference(s):
MOFA: China implements unilateral visa-free policy for 29 countries
cgtn.com
