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Government Work Report pledges wider visa-free access and deeper opening-up
Premier Li Qiang’s 2026 Government Work Report promises to “steadily expand unilateral visa-free or full mutual-visa-exemption arrangements,” signalling that more countries and ports will soon enjoy simplified entry. The commitment, placed alongside China’s core economic reforms, means mobility managers should prepare for a larger visa-free list and upgraded 144/240-hour transit waivers. Faster, cheaper access will cut lead times for business trips and assignments and could lift inbound travel volumes in H2 2026.
China unveils K-Visa for foreign STEM talent as Entry-Exit rules are amended
A State-Council amendment published on March 5 adds a K-visa category to China’s Entry-Exit Regulations, creating a five-year, multi-entry option for foreign STEM graduates and researchers. Applicants need only a recognised science or engineering degree or relevant research experience and can apply online without a Chinese host employer. The move is designed to boost China’s tech-talent pipeline and gives universities and R&D-intensive firms a faster, cheaper hiring route.
CPPCC delegate urges simpler 240-hour transit visa and stronger global marketing
At the Two Sessions on March 5, CPPCC member and Spring Airlines boss Wang Yu said visa-free entries topped 30 million in 2025 but complex rules still push Western tourists to rival hubs. He called for adding rail, road and ferry ports to the 240-hour transit-visa programme, expanding eligible airports, and funding overseas influencers to publicise the changes. Simpler transit rules could divert passengers—and business traffic—to Chinese gateways and cut corporate travel costs.