visa policy
Gulf Cooperation Council Looks to China for Future Tourism Growth
An industry report is encouraging Gulf countries to implement a Schengen-like unified visa to boost tourism arrivals from China. Read More
New Zealand Strengthens Tourism Cooperation with China, Announces Tourism Year
In preparation for the New Zealand-China Tourism Year, New Zealand is rolling out improved visa policies, increased air capacity, and new China strategies. Read More
Fake Report About New Chinese Passport Goes Viral in China
A fake news report about a Chinese passport for frequent travelers that allows visa-free access to 141 countries went viral on social media in China. Read More
United States to Introduce Social Media Vetting of Chinese Tourists
Chinese visitors to the United States will be asked to provide their social media account names when applying for U.S. visas. Read More
Australia to Begin Rolling Out Ten-Year Visa for Chinese Tourists in December
Australia is about to start rolling out 10-year visas for Chinese tourists in anticipation of the 2017 Australia-China Year of Tourism. Read More
United Arab Emirates Relaxes Visa Restrictions to Get Chinese Shoppers Past the Airport
The United Arab Emirates' updated visa policies vie to get Chinese travelers out of its airports and into its shopping malls. Read More
Top Travel Locales Rush To Open Doors For China’s Wealthy
Almost all of the top destinations for China's wealthy tourists have eased access to travel visas in recent years, and are reaping the benefits as a result. Read More
Chinese Demand For UK Luxury Yachts Crimped By Visa Woes
Joining calls by London luxury retailers, hoteliers, and tour operators for the UK to streamline and simplify its visa policies, this week major players in the UK superyacht market called… Read More
UK Government Changes Visa Policy To Boost Chinese Tourism
Following protracted discussion and debate, this week the British Home Secretary announced changes to the UK visa system designed to encourage more Chinese visitors to the UK. Read More
