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🇦🇺 Does an Australian need a visa for China 🇨🇳?
No. Australian passport holders can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Australian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of China or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.
Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
China at a glance
Capital: Beijing · Currency: Chinese yuan (CNY, ¥) · Official languages: Chinese · Calling code: +86
Plugs and voltage
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in Australia (I) works with sockets in China. Mains voltage differs (China: 220 V; Australia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Your embassy in China
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in China, contact the embassy of Australia:
- Embassy of Australia, Beijing · 21 Dongzhimenwai Dajie Sanlitun · china.embassy.gov.au
- Australian Consulate-General in Chengdu, China (People's Republic of) · chengdu.china.embassy.gov.au
- Australian Consulate-General in Guangzhou, China (People's Republic of) · guangzhou.china.embassy.gov.au
- Australian Consulate-General in Shanghai, China (People's Republic of) · shanghai.china.embassy.gov.au
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
The other way round
🇨🇳 Chinese passport holders visiting Australia: Chinese passport holders need a visa for Australia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.
The Australian passport at a glance
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Questions
Do Australian citizens need a visa for China?
Australian passport holders can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can an Australian stay in China without a visa?
Up to 30 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.
Does a Chinese need a visa for Australia?
Chinese passport holders need a visa for Australia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.