China to extend visa-free policy to nationals from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay

China will expand its visa-free policy for ordinary passport holders from five Latin American countries – Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay – from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry. 

Starting June 1, 2025, China's visa-free policy will benefit nationals of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay, with the trial period lasting until May 31, 2026, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Thursday.

Spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a regular news briefing, explaining that nationals with ordinary passports from the above-mentioned countries will be granted visa-free entry into China. This policy applies to visitors traveling for business, tourism, family or friend visits, exchange programs, or transit. The visa-free stay is limited to 30 days.

"We welcome more foreign friends to make good use of China's visa-free and visa facilitation policies to visit China more often," Lin said, noting that China will adhere to high-level opening up and introduce more measures to further facilitate personnel exchanges with other countries.