China-Singapore mutual visa exemption starts from Feb 9

A mutual visa exemption between China and Singapore for ordinary passport holders will officially take effect on February 9, the Chinese New Year's Eve.

From February 9, individuals holding ordinary passports from either country can enter the other nation visa-free for tourism, family visits, business, and other private matters, with a stay not exceeding 30 days.

For work, news reporting that requires prior approval, and stays exceeding 30 days, appropriate visas must be obtained before entering the respective countries.

Netizens in China have shown enthusiastic responses, with many expressing, "No need to hesitate, let's head straight to Singapore." "Singapore, please do not get too crowded." Some have even begun checking for flights to Singapore.

Until now, China has signed visa exemption agreements with 157 countries, covering various passport types.

Simplified visa procedures or arrangements have been reached with 44 countries.

Mutual visa exemptions have been achieved with 22 countries, including Singapore, the Maldives and Kazakhstan.

Additionally, more than 60 countries and regions provide Chinese citizens with visa-free or visa-on-arrival convenience.

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