🇨🇳 China visa requirements for Maldivan citizens

Entry rules for Maldives passport holders

Holders of a valid passport from Maldives can travel to China for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 30 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.

The 30-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in China, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.

Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official China immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.

How this compares

The Maldivan passport ranks #103 worldwide, opening 86 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (53 visa-free, 29 with a visa on arrival and 4 with an eTA). China is one of them.

The arrangement is reciprocal: Chinese citizens traveling to Maldives face the same requirement (visa-free · 30 days).

Across Eastern Asia as a whole, 4 of 8 destinations are open to Maldivan travelers without arranging a visa in advance.

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