Do I Need a Visa for China from India?
For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026
Visa Details
A visa is generally required for Indian passport holders to enter China. The visa must be obtained before traveling. However, China offers a 24-hour visa-free transit through any international airport in the country. This allows for domestic travel through different airports within that 24-hour period.
Transit Through China
No transit visa needed for Indians transiting through China.
Must stay in the airport transit area.
- •Must stay in international transit area
- •Valid onward ticket to third country
- •Can transit through different airports domestically within 24 hours
China offers 24-hour visa-free transit through any international airport. You cannot leave the airport transit area but can transfer between airports domestically.
Official Sources
Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- 📋Visa Required
- Transit
- Transit possible without visa
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