1. The applicant must be a citizen of one of the following 55 countries that are eligible for the visa-free transit policy.

2. The applicant must hold a valid international travel document (with a validity of at least three months) and meet the requirements for entering a third country (region).

3. The applicant must hold interline passenger tickets or other documents with a specified date and seat to a third country (region) within 240 hours, complete the Arrival Card for Temporary Entry Foreigners, and cooperate with checks and inquiries by exit-entry border inspection authorities.

If you plan to take advantage of the 240-hour visa-free transit policy and enter China through Baiyun Border Inspection Station, please carefully read the following ticket purchase reminders: Interline Passenger Ticket Requirements: You must hold an interline passenger ticket with a confirmed date and seat within the 240-hour period, traveling to a third country (or region) (including flight, ferry, train tickets, etc.). The ticket information must be clear and complete, including key details such as departure time and destination. Both paper and electronic tickets are acceptable, but it is recommended to print a physical copy for backup. For travelers purchasing interline passenger tickets on the China Southern Airlines website, please select the "Multi-Trip" option when booking. The website supports bookings for interline and open-jaw tickets, helping you flexibly plan your itinerary and easily meet the requirements for visa-free transit tickets. ​Read More​