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China: Fingerprinting Exemption for Short-Term Travelers
Key Points
- China will exempt the requirement for travelers applying for certain short-term visas to provide fingerprinting
Overview
The government of China has temporarily exempted foreign nationals applying for single—or double-entry short-term visas (stays under 180 days) from fingerprint collection until 31 December 2025.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of China’s website and Envoy Global’s website for the latest updates and information.
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