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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Taiwan citizens need a visa for China?

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Citizens of Taiwan can visit China visa-free. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Taiwan vs China: passport comparison

Taiwan

75

visa-free countries

Global rank: #79 · mobility 136.2

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
15

countries both Taiwan and China can enter visa-free together

Taiwan + China: passport compatibility

47%

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

Where Taiwan and China travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
27 both visa on arrival
28 both e-visa / eTA
23 both need a visa
104 access differs

Where Taiwan 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 (15)

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
Antigua and Barbuda 30 days #61
Bosnia and Herzegovina 90 days #88
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Haiti 90 days #175
Malaysia 30 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Lucia 42 days #69
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Thailand 60 days #110
Vanuatu 120 days #105

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 Taiwan 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

Visa-free

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Taiwan citizens need a visa for China?
Citizens of Taiwan can visit China visa-free. Just a valid passport at the border.
Which passport is stronger — Taiwan or China?
The Taiwan passport is stronger: 75 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Taiwan #79, China #112.
Where can Taiwan and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 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 Taiwan and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Taiwan passport ranking

Where else the Taiwan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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