HomeRule changesChina travel rule changesEvery rule change we track, newest first, with the date, what changed and who it affects.5 November 2026China confirms its 2027 public holidaysThe State Council published the 2027 holiday dates on 5 November 2026. Spring Festival runs 5-13 February 2027 and National Day 1-7 October 2027.20 August 2026240-hour visa-free transit now covers 57 countriesKyrgyzstan and Vietnam were added on 20 August 2026, taking the 240-hour transit list to 57 countries.8 November 202530-day visa-free entry extended to 31 December 2026A November 2025 notice extended China's unilateral 30-day visa-free entry to 24:00 on 31 December 2026, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain.Email me when this changesEmail me updates