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Come to Hainan, China Visa-Free for 30 Days
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Congrats! You are now allowed to come to Hainan Province to do different things for 30 days! Are you ready to explore this beautiful tropical island in China?
China has significantly broadened its visa-free access policy for Hainan Island, moving beyond purely tourism-focused visits to include a wider array of travel purposes. This expansion is part of China’s ambitious plan to transform Hainan into a major free-trade port, aiming to attract more international visitors and investors by easing travel restrictions.
Under the new policy, passport holders from 59 countries are now permitted to enter Hainan without a visa for up to 30 days. These visits can be for various reasons, including business, family visits, medical treatment, exhibitions, and sporting events, alongside tourism. This move is seen as a step towards deepening the reform and opening up of Hainan Province, contributing to its development as a free-trade port with distinctive Chinese characteristics.
The visa-free policy, which originally took effect in 2018 but was suspended due to the pandemic, has been resumed. It underscores Hainan’s readiness to welcome international visitors again, emphasizing the island’s potential as a hub for economic, trade, and cultural exchanges with the 59 eligible countries. The policy aims to enhance Hainan’s international accessibility and attract global businesses, projects, and talent to its free trade port. The initiative is expected to boost inbound tourism, civil aviation, and Hainan’s position as an international tourism destination.
This liberalization is part of a broader strategy to make Hainan a world-leading free-trade port by the end of next year, featuring an independent customs regime and offering incentives like reduced taxes and relaxed visa regulations to attract investors and businesses. The ultimate goal is to position Hainan on par with established international free-trade hubs such as Hong Kong and Singapore, leveraging its strategic location and resources to drive economic growth and internationalization.
Flights to Hainan
There are 3 major airpots in Hainan. Most flights go to Sanya or Haikou.
Hotels In Hainan
Here are some popular hotels in Haikou & Sanya:
Haikou
The Haikou Wander Hostel Qilou Old Street YHA Homestay provides a great place for travelers on a budget to relax after a busy day. Idea for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Haikou and meet other fellow travelers.
The room is very tidy. After the light-proof curtains are opened, the sunlight shines softly through the white gauze. Very good in-hotel restaurant.
Hilton Haikou is located in the heart of city’s business and entertainment districts, only 10 minutes’ walk from the bustling shopping areas of Ushow Plaza. And it’s a Hilton.
Sanya
Staff is super friendly, the coffee shop outside is a lovely place to work, the location is superb, and the bunks are comfortable.
The apartment is clean, big, and spacious. Quick service. Great location and views and it accepts foreign travelers.
Excellent location. About 8 minutes walk to Dadonghai Beach and 15 minutes walk to Dolphin Sports Bar & Grill. It has a pool for guests to use.
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