China Visa Requirements
For 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis for rural.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Very safe from crime. Watch for scams. Internet heavily restricted.
Money & Costs
Currency
¥ Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $40 · Mid: $80 · Luxury: $200+
Cards & ATMs
Limited. WeChat Pay and Alipay essential. Some accept Visa/MC.
Tipping
Not expected. Can be refused.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, C, I, 220V, 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Fire: 119
Mobile/SIM
Buy at China Mobile, Unicom, Telecom. Passport required.
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Beijing: Airport Express ¥25/20min. Shanghai: Maglev ¥50/8min.
Local Transport
Excellent metro in major cities. High-speed rail. DiDi for taxis.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October. Avoid Golden Week.
Cultural Notes
Face and respect important. Gift giving has rules. Numbers 4 unlucky, 8 lucky.
Insider Tips
Need VPN for Google/Facebook. Download apps before arrival. Learn basic Mandarin. Cash/WeChat Pay essential.
Dress Code
Casual.