144-hour Visa-free Transit in Qingdao
Qingdao welcomes 144-hour visa-free transit for 54 countries! These fascinating visitors can step into the city and immerse themselves in the beautiful Shandong Province for six days, liberally traveling around without a prearranged Chinese visa. However, please bear in mind, this enticing privilege extends only to entering and leaving through Qingdao‘s border crossings.
Who Benefits From the Qingdao 144-hour TWOV？- List of 54 Qualifying Countries
scallions in Southeast Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Romania, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Latvia, Norway
Next stop, Northern Europe: the UK, Ireland, Cyprus, Russia, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia,Bosnia- Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia (FYROM), Albania, Belarus, Monaco
Across the pond, North America: Canada, USA, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
On this side of the world, Oceania: Australia, NZ
Our Asian friends: South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, UAE, Qatar
Area Allowed to Stay – The Entire Shandong Province
Should you find yourself lucky enough to experience the Qingdao 144-hour TWOV, remember, you aren’t confined to just Qingdao. Shandong’s entire landscape awaits your exploration for these six unforgettable days. If you wish to delve deeper into the Confucius Temple in Qufu or meander along the Baotu Spring Park in Jinan post-transit, you‘re certainly welcome.Just remember to make sure you retrace your steps to Qingdao before hopping on your outbound flight.
Where to Start Your Journey?
Passengers from the 53 eligible foreign countries can apply for the Qingdao 144-hour visa-free transit at its airports and cruise ports. If arriving by train, however, they must hold a traditional visa due to non–qualification for the round–trip scheme.
Steps to Secure your Qingdao 144-hour Free Transit:
Upon arrival, simply inform the airline/cruise firm of your intentions to utilize the free transit in our fair city. You will then receive the TWOV and entry permit upon exiting China.
What‘s on Tap During your 144 Hours?
Delightfully sip Tsingtao Beer!
During July to September, don’t miss the chance to visit the International Beer Festival – an exciting opportunity to savor various beers and enjoy the festival atmosphere. Alternatively, pay a visit to the famed Qingdao Beer Museum on Dengzhou Road to understand the rich history behind Tsingtao Beer.
Explore the captivating natural beauty!
With a splendid coastline, Qingdao offers stunning vistas. Don’t forget, mountain overlooking sea – Mt. Laoshan, is a sight worth seeing too. To truly complete your Qingdao journey, indulge in exquisite seafood dishes.
Immerse yourself in Confucian Culture in Qufu！
Situated in Shandong’s southwest, Qufu is famed as the birthplace of philosopher Confucius. A visit here provides access to the Confucius Temple, Confucius Family Mansion & Cemetery, and a deeper comprehension of Confucian culture.
