Shining Nanjing: Now Visa Free Transit Enter, Too

#chinatransit Nanjing's 240-hour transit visa-free policy means that foreign travelers can stay in Nanjing for up to 240 hours (10 days) without applying for a visa under certain conditions. The policy will be officially implemented on December 17, 2024 and is applicable to citizens of 54 countries, including Russia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada. Applicable conditions and applicable ports Applicable countries: Currently, citizens of 54 countries can enjoy this policy, including Russia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, etc. Applicable ports: Lukou International Airport in Nanjing, Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport, Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport and Lianyungang Seaport Port are entry and exit ports for visa-free persons in transit. Specific regulations and application process Stay time: Foreign passengers can stay in the designated area for up to 240 hours (10 days) after entering the country at the above-mentioned ports. Application conditions: Passengers need to hold a valid passport and a visa to a third country or a ticket to determine the date/seat, and transit from the above-mentioned ports to a third country. Impact on Nanjing tourism market Tourism market promotion: The 240-hour transit visa-free policy will help attract more international tourists to Nanjing and promote the development of local tourism. As the ancient capital, Nanjing is rich in historical, cultural and tourism resources, such as famous attractions such as the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and the Qinhuai River, which are loved by inbound tourists. Tourism data growth: After the implementation of the policy, inbound tourism in Nanjing has increased significantly. From January to November 2023, Nanjing's reception of inbound overnight tourists increased by 68.7% year-on-year, and tourism foreign exchange revenue also increased. This city trula has a lot of landmarks to be discovered, and most important that fact is almost all of the most attractive tourist destinations are located in the city inside. This, in, turn, makes them to be easy accessed by public transportation like buses and subway lines.