For European travelers · Fact-checked 2026
The 240-hour visa-free transit lets most European citizens explore China without a visa. But most online advice is outdated, scattered — or wrong. We fact-check every policy, price and route so you can plan with confidence.
73%
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visa · 14 August 2026
How the 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit works in 2026: eligible nationalities, entry requirements, the exact documents officers ask for, and 8 mistakes to avoid.
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itinerary · 14 August 2026
The classic first-trip triangle done right: Beijing (4 days), Xi'an (3 days), Shanghai (3 days) with trains, budgets in EUR, and daily plans that respect your legs.
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payment · 14 August 2026
China is nearly cashless. Here's the 2026 step-by-step to link your foreign Visa/Mastercard to Alipay and WeChat Pay before you fly — plus what to do when they don't work.
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Everything you need for a flawless 10-day Beijing stopover — visas, payments, trains, the Wall, and hidden gems most tourists miss.
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