Do I Need a Visa for Xi'an, China from India?
For Indian passport holders · Check the linked sources and entry conditions before travel
Visa Details
A visa is generally required for Indian passport holders to enter China and must be obtained before a normal visit. The separate 24-hour visa-free transit policy applies to passengers continuing to a third country or region with a confirmed onward ticket; leaving the restricted port area requires a temporary entry permit.
Transit Through China
Transit conditions need confirmation. Check the airport, documents and connection conditions below before booking.
Must stay in the airport transit area.
- •Valid international travel document
- •Confirmed onward ticket and seat to a third country or region
- •Remain in the port restricted area; obtain a temporary entry permit from port immigration before leaving it
China's 24-hour visa-free transit policy applies to onward transit to a third country or region. Stay in the port's restricted area unless immigration grants a temporary entry permit.
Sources and references
Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- 📋Visa Required
- Transit
- Transit conditions need confirmation
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