To facilitate entry information declaration for foreign nationals visiting China and enable expedited customs clearance through advance online submission, since November 20th 2025, foreign nationals may visit the official website of the National Immigration Administration of China, its government service platform, the “China National Immigration Administration 12367” mobile app, WeChat or Alipay mini apps, or scan the QR code on your mobile device to fill in the arrival card.

Foreign nationals who do not have the means to fill in the online arrival card in advance may, upon arrival at a Chinese port of entry, either scan a QR code with their mobile phone or use on-site smart devices to submit their entry information online, or alternatively fill out a paper arrival card at the immigration inspection counter.

The following persons are exempt from filling in:

1. Foreigners with valid Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card of People’s Republic of China.

2. Foreigners with valid Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Non-Chinese).

3. Members of foreign tourist groups who are visa-free or holding group visa.

4. Foreigners transiting directly within 24 hours without leaving the restricted area of the port.

5. Foreigners who enter by cruise ship and return with the original cruise.

6. Foreigners who enter through the E-channel.

7. Foreign crew members, drivers and other employees of transport vehicles.

For more information, please visit:

https://www.nia.gov.cn/n897453/c1751138/content.html (Chinese)

https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147418/n147468/c187308/content.html (English)

Attachment： I. Online Arrival Card Filling Website

             II. QR Code for Arrival Card Filling