Do Swedish citizens need a visa for China?瑞典
Updated for 2026 — Sweden → China entry rules, with the official source.
No. Swedish passport holders do not need a visa to visit China for stays of up to 30 days. Sweden qualifies for China's 30-day unilateral visa-free policy, so you can enter at any port for tourism, business or visiting family — no visa and, for unilateral entry, no onward ticket required.
Sweden → China: eligibility at a glance
| Visa-free scheme | Eligible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 30-day unilateral visa-free | Yes | Any port · no onward ticket |
| Mutual (bilateral) visa-free | No | Treaty-based · any port |
| 240-hour (10-day) transit | Yes | Designated ports · onward ticket |
| Hainan 30-day visa-free | Yes | Hainan island only |
Policy data verified June 2026. Rules change frequently — always confirm with the official source before booking.
Your visa-free pathways
30-day unilateral visa-free entry
Up to 30 days
- Ordinary passport only
- Tourism, business, family visits, exchanges or transit
- Valid at every Chinese port — no onward ticket required
240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit
Up to 240 hours (10 days)
- Must enter and exit through a designated port (e.g. Beijing, Shanghai or Chengdu)
- Requires a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region
- Stay limited to the permitted provinces/regions
Hainan 30-day visa-free entry
Up to 30 days (Hainan only)
- Individual travel, entering via a Hainan port (Haikou or Sanya)
- Travel limited to Hainan Province
- Book through a Hainan-registered travel agency (record-filing)
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Frequently asked questions
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for China?
No. Swedish passport holders do not need a visa to visit China for stays of up to 30 days. Sweden qualifies for China's 30-day unilateral visa-free policy, so you can enter at any port for tourism, business or visiting family — no visa and, for unilateral entry, no onward ticket required.
How long can Swedish citizens stay in China visa-free?
Up to 30 days per entry under the unilateral visa-free policy. If you need longer, apply for a visa before travelling or check whether your trip qualifies for the 240-hour transit instead.
Do Swedish citizens need an onward ticket to enter China visa-free?
No. Unlike the 240-hour transit, the 30-day unilateral visa-free entry does not require an onward ticket. Carry proof of accommodation and a return or onward booking anyway, as airlines and border officers may ask.
Is China's visa-free policy permanent for Sweden?
The unilateral policy is a trial currently scheduled through 31 December 2026 and reviewed periodically. Always confirm the current rules with the National Immigration Administration before booking.
Where can Swedish citizens verify China visa rules before booking?
Always confirm with China's National Immigration Administration (the official source) and use the Panda Touring visa-free checker for a personalised result by nationality and arrival city.
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