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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Portugal citizens need a visa for China?

Visa-free · 30 days

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

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Portugal vs China: passport comparison

Portugal

124

visa-free countries

Global rank: #14 · mobility 170.8

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
37

countries both Portugal and China can enter visa-free together

Portugal + China: passport compatibility

49%

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

Where Portugal and China travel together — by entry type:

37 both visa-free
26 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
100 access differs

Where Portugal 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.

Both visa-free (37)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Albania 90 days #91
Angola 30 days #168
Antigua and Barbuda 30 days #61
Armenia 180 days #129
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 30 days #48
Belarus 30 days #114
Bosnia and Herzegovina 90 days #88
Brazil 30 days #43
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Georgia 30 days #83
Grenada 30 days #65
Haiti 90 days #175
Jamaica 30 days #100
Kazakhstan 30 days #116
Kiribati 90 days #84
Malawi 30 days #127
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Morocco 90 days #121
Mozambique 30 days #162
Palestine 90 days #193
Philippines 14 days #128
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Lucia 42 days #69
Serbia 30 days #72
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Thailand 60 days #110
Tunisia 90 days #131
Turkey 90 days #94
United Arab Emirates 30 days #1
Uzbekistan 10 days #142
Vanuatu 120 days #105
Zambia 90 days #139

Only China is visa-free (6)

How the entry rule changed: Portugal → 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 Portugal → 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
2rule changes for the Portugal 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 Portugal 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 Portugal citizens need a visa for China?
Citizens of Portugal can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Portugal citizens stay in China without a visa?
Portugal passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Portugal or China?
The Portugal passport is stronger: 124 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Portugal #14, China #112.
Where can Portugal and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 37 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 Portugal and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Portugal passport ranking

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