Visa policy · Verified 2026-08-11
China Visa-Free Entry for Andorrans (2026)
Yes — Andorrans can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days
Policy type: unilateral visa-free (trial, currently authorized through December 31, 2026)
What the 30-day rule covers
Holders of ordinary Andorra passports can enter mainland China without a visa and stay up to 30 days per entry. Permitted purposes: tourism, business, visiting relatives and friends, exchange visits, and transit. The duration is counted from 00:00 on the day after entry, so arrival day is effectively free.
Conditions to meet
- Ordinary (not diplomatic/service) passport, valid for your entire stay — 6 months' validity is the safe standard
- No paid work or study; those still require the appropriate visa
- Be prepared to show an onward or return ticket and your first hotel booking
- Stays longer than 30 days require a visa obtained before travel
Getting there from Andorra
Andorra has no airport of its own — the nearest useful gateway is Barcelona, about 200km away (roughly 3 hours by bus, with frequent daily departures). Barcelona itself is well-connected to China: Air China flies nonstop to Beijing, and both Air China and China Eastern fly nonstop to Shanghai, with China Eastern's service expanding to 10 weekly flights in May 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- How long can andorrans stay in China without a visa?
- Up to 30 days per entry. The clock starts at 00:00 on the day after you enter.
- What can I do during a visa-free visit?
- Tourism, business meetings, visiting family and friends, exchange visits, and transit are all permitted. Paid work and study are not.
- Do I need to book hotels and flights before arriving?
- Immigration officers may ask for proof of onward travel and accommodation. Have your exit ticket and first hotel booking ready to show at check-in and on arrival.
- Can I extend my stay beyond the visa-free window?
- Generally no. If you plan a longer trip, apply for an L (tourist) visa before departure instead of relying on the visa-free policy.
- Since Andorra has no airport, how do I actually start a trip to China?
- Take a bus or drive to Barcelona (about 3 hours, with departures throughout the day) and fly from there — Barcelona has genuine nonstop service to both Beijing (Air China) and Shanghai (Air China and China Eastern), so no second connection is needed once you reach the airport.
Official sources
- National Immigration Administration — Visa-Free Transit Policies
- China Visa Application Service Center — 240-Hour Transit FAQ
Last verified 2026-08-11. Entry policies change quickly — always confirm with an official government source before booking travel.
Same policy, other passports
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