In line with the "Belt and Road" initiative and the coordinated development strategy of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, we have implemented the national policy of 144-hour visa-free transit for foreign nationals in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province. This aims to create a more convenient and relaxing entry and exit environment, enhancing your travel experience and providing more convenient services during your visit.

I. List of Countries Eligible for the 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy (54 countries):

1. European Schengen Agreement Countries (25): Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway.

2. Other European Countries (15): Russia, United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia, Albania, Monaco, Belarus.

3. American Countries (6): United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile.

4. Oceanian Countries (2): Australia, New Zealand.

5. Asian Countries (6): South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, UAE, Qatar.

II. Conditions for Application

Citizens of the abovementioned countries must hold a valid international travel document and a connecting ticket to a third country or region within 144 hours of a confirmed date and seat. This policy does not apply to foreign crew members and their accompanying family members on international ships en route.

III. Entry and Exit Ports

Transiting foreigners can choose to enter or exit from any of the following ports: Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport, Beijing West Railway Station, Tianjin Binhai International Airport, Tianjin International Cruise Home Port, Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport in Hebei, and Qinhuangdao Seaport in Hebei.

IV. Stay Area and Duration

Foreign nationals must abide by Chinese laws. Eligible individuals can stay visa-free for up to 144 hours within the administrative regions of Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei. They are not allowed to exceed the permitted area or duration of stay. During the visa-free transit period, those staying in hotels will have their accommodation registration handled by the hotel. For those residing or staying outside hotels, they must register with the local public security bureau or foreigner service station within 24 hours of check-in.

Foreigners who exceed the allowed area or duration, as well as those who fail to register their accommodation as required, will be handled by public security agencies at or above the county level or exit-entry border inspection authorities in accordance with the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People's Republic of China.