The maximum stay period can be 30, 60, 90, or 180 days, depending on the type of visa you are applying for and the decision of the visa officer.
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China has a visa-free policy for nationals from some countries, such as the UK, the US, New Zealand, and Australia. Citizens from these countries can stay in China for 24 hours to 180 days without a visa.
Duration of Each Stay after EntryThe granted duration of stay ranges from 7 to 180 days. For transit visas, the duration of stay is 7 to 10 days. For a regular single-entry tourist visa, it's often 30 days.
Yes, as a US citizen you need a visa to enter China for tourism purposes. Remember that if your main goal is to perform commercial and business activities, you might want to apply for a business visa instead.
1. Aliens overstaying the visa or residence permit for a short period will be given a warning and be required to pay a fine. Usually, the penalty is CNY500 per day not to exceed CNY10,000.