【2025 Latest Edition】Visa-Free Countries Guide for Spontaneous Trips!
Dear travelers, the latest 2025 visa-free country list is here! No need to queue for visas, just bring your passport and go! We've compiled 8 highly cost-effective visa-free countries, complete with detailed guides and tips to avoid pitfalls. Save it now 👇
🌍 Serbia · Europe's Best Value King
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, the first European country to offer visa-free entry to Chinese citizens
🌞 Best season: May to September, summer music festivals are lively
💰 Budget: 300-600 RMB per day, cherries at 5 RMB per jin to your heart’s content
Must-visit spots:
- Belgrade Fortress: A millennium-old fortress at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, Kalemegdan Park is free to explore
- Mihailo Prince Street: An artsy pedestrian street with vibrant street performers
- Novi Sad: European Capital of Culture, the night view of Petrovaradin Fortress is stunning
Food recommendations:
- Pljeskavica: Serbian burger with pickles and cheese, super flavorful
- Cevapi: Grilled meat sausages with yogurt sauce, a local breakfast staple
Hidden gems:
- Drvengrad (Wooden Village): Filming location of the movie "Life is a Miracle," fairy-tale wooden cabins perfect for photos
- Zlatibor: Ride the "Sargan 8" scenic train through forests, tickets only 50 RMB
🏙️ United Arab Emirates · A Clash of Luxury and Modernity
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, cumulative stay not exceeding 90 days within 180 days
🌞 Best season: November to March, avoid 40°C heat
💰 Budget: 800-1500 RMB per day, Dubai Shopping Festival discounts as low as 30% off
Must-visit spots:
- Burj Khalifa: Visit the 148th-floor observation deck (200 RMB) for panoramic views of Dubai
- Jumeirah Palm Island: Take the cable car (50 RMB) to see luxury villas, Atlantis Hotel is perfect for photos
- Louvre Abu Dhabi: Architectural masterpiece, entrance fee 100 RMB
Food recommendations:
- Al Fanar Restaurant: Traditional Emirati hand-eaten rice with hummus
- Dubai Mall Food Court: A gathering place for international snacks, about 50 RMB per person to eat your fill
Tips to avoid pitfalls:
- Don’t exchange dirhams at the airport! City exchange points offer rates 3% better
- Choose local travel agencies for desert safaris, half the price of hotel bookings
🏖️ Maldives · Glassy Sea Freediving Paradise
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, IMUGA electronic arrival card must be filled in advance
🌞 Best season: May to December dry season, clearest sea water
💰 Budget: 5000-8000 RMB per person, water villas on Thudufushi Island start at 3000+ RMB
Must-visit spots:
- Soneva Jani Island: Top luxury island with private slides directly into the sea
- Male Fish Market: Visit early morning (free), buy fresh seafood and have it cooked on the spot
- Fuvahmulah Island: The world’s largest underwater restaurant, candlelight dinner about 1000 RMB per person
Practical tips:
- Shell products can be taken when leaving the island, live coral carries a 5000 RMB fine
- Choose packages including breakfast and dinner, island restaurants are very expensive
🌴 Thailand · Southeast Asia’s Vacation Pinnacle
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, TDAC electronic form must be filled 3 days in advance
🌞 Best season: November to April, avoid the rainy season
💰 Budget: 200-400 RMB per day, eat your fill at Bangkok night markets
Must-visit spots:
- Chiang Mai: Check out Nimmanhaemin Road’s artsy shops, night zoo (100 RMB) to see giraffes
- Phuket: Snorkel at Emperor Island (200 RMB/day), Patong Beach night market is lively
- Bangkok: Grand Palace (50 RMB) for photos, Wat Arun and Dawn Temple are stunning
Food recommendations:
- Mango Sticky Rice: Street stalls at 5 RMB per serving, rich coconut flavor
- Tom Yum Soup: Recommended at "Jae Hing Restaurant," sour and spicy to whet your appetite
Tips to avoid pitfalls:
- Don’t buy duty-free cosmetics at the airport! King Power Duty-Free is cheaper
- Rent motorbikes with insurance, Phuket police frequently check vehicles
🇵🇰 Pakistan · The Secret Paradise of the Iron Brotherhood
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, direct entry with ordinary passport
🌞 Best season: April to June, Hunza Valley blooms like a sea of flowers
💰 Budget: 200-300 RMB per day, 100 RMB/night for star-rated hotels
Must-visit spots:
- Hunza Valley: A Ghibli-style secret land, heart-shaped lake under snowy mountains is photo-worthy
- Islamabad: Faisal Mosque (free), a masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture
- Lahore Fort: Mughal dynasty palace, Mirror Palace lights at night are dreamy
Food recommendations:
- Nihari: Beef curry stew with naan, a breakfast must-have
- Seekh Kebab: Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers sprinkled with cumin, very fragrant
Hidden gems:
- Taxila Ancient City: 2500-year-old Buddhist site, entrance fee 20 RMB
- Clifton Beach: Camel rides at sunset, 20 RMB/hour
🇲🇾 Malaysia · Southeast Asia’s Little Switzerland
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, effective from July 2025
🌞 Best season: April to September, Semporna diving golden period
💰 Budget: 300-500 RMB per day, seafood market in Kota Kinabalu, 50 RMB per person for lobster
Must-visit spots:
- Semporna: Kapalai Island (300 RMB/day) snorkeling, Mabul Island water villas are stunning for photos
- Penang: George Town murals, Penang Museum (10 RMB) for history
- Kuala Lumpur: Petronas Twin Towers (80 RMB) observation deck, Chinatown for souvenirs
Food recommendations:
- Nasi Lemak: Breakfast staple, served with fried fish and peanuts
- Bak Kut Teh: Recommended at "Sin Fong Bak Kut Teh," rich herbal broth
Practical tips:
- Choose Chinese-speaking instructors for Semporna diving, easier communication
🇬🇪 Georgia · Caucasus Hidden Gem
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, a paradise for hiking lovers
🌞 Best season: September to October, hike in Mestia to see colorful autumn
💰 Budget: 300-500 RMB per day, wine at 10 RMB/bottle to drink freely
Must-visit spots:
- Tbilisi: Holy Trinity Cathedral (free), cable car offers panoramic views of the old town
- Kazbegi: Hike to Gergeti Trinity Church, the church under snowy mountains is breathtaking
- Batumi: Walk along the Black Sea coast, don’t miss the Ali & Nino kinetic sculpture
Food recommendations:
- Khachapuri: Cheese-filled bread, dipped in egg is amazing
- Chakapuli: Lamb stew with herbs, served with roasted potatoes
Hidden gems:
- Sighnaghi: Wine town, 10 RMB per person to drink until tipsy
- Ushguli: Europe’s highest village, medieval towers perfect for photos
🇶🇦 Qatar · Luxurious Oasis in the Desert
✅ Visa: Visa-free for 30 days, World Cup host
🌞 Best season: November to March, comfortable temperatures
💰 Budget: 800-1500 RMB per day, many discounts at Doha duty-free shops
Must-visit spots:
- Lusail New City: Main stadium for the World Cup, architectural masterpiece
- Souq Waqif: Traditional market, buy spices and Persian carpets
- Banana Island: Private island, water villa over 2000 RMB per night
Food recommendations:
- Machboos: Qatar’s national dish, saffron rice with roasted lamb leg
- Harees: Wheat and meat porridge, local breakfast
Practical tips:
- Doha airport offers free transit hotel for layovers over 8 hours
- Choose the "Inland Sea" desert safari route, where the Red Sea meets the desert for stunning views
📌 Pre-trip Essentials
1. Electronic arrival cards: Maldives IMUGA, Thailand TDAC, Malaysia e-card must be filled 3 days in advance
2. Flights: Flights from Serbia to other European countries are very cheap, Qatar transit offers free hotel stays
3. Insurance: Buy travel insurance covering COVID-19, Southeast Asia countries about 50 RMB/week
4. Taboos: Avoid wearing revealing clothes in Muslim countries, remove shoes when entering mosques
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