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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Greece citizens need a visa for China?

Visa-free · 30 days

Citizens of Greece can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Greece → China
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Greece vs China: passport comparison

Greece

123

visa-free countries

Global rank: #17 · mobility 170.5

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
35

countries both Greece and China can enter visa-free together

Greece + China: passport compatibility

48%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Greece and China travel together — by entry type:

35 both visa-free
24 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
103 access differs

Where Greece and China can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Greece → China

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Greece → China rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

14passports gained easier entry to China
0passports saw China tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Greece passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

China: good to know

Beijing

Capital

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Currency

China Standard Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+86

Calling code

A, C, I

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Greece goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for China

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 30 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Greece citizens need a visa for China?
Citizens of Greece can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Greece citizens stay in China without a visa?
Greece passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Greece or China?
The Greece passport is stronger: 123 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Greece #17, China #112.
Where can Greece and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 35 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for China?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Greece and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Greece passport ranking

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