Last updated 2026-07-23
Special economic zone visa to China for U.S. citizens
Visa on arrival, VoA, SEZ visa
Travel purpose:
Tourism
, business
, other
Visa overview
Port visa authorities in Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and Xiamen may issue special economic zone tourist visas with a duration of stay for three or five days for sightseeing and tourism purposes. Foreigners holding a special economic zone tourist visa shall not stay beyond the city's administrative area where the entry port is located. Foreign travelers can submit their entry information online before entering China using various official platforms, including the National Immigration Administration (NIA) website via PC or smartphone, the “NIA 12367” mobile app, or the WeChat (Alipay) mini program.
Visa validity period
from 3 days to 5 days
Consular fee
¥130 (~$20)
Select the purpose of your visit
Visa on arrival for Shenzhen (5-Day)
Eligible individuals
Visitor, tourist, entrepreneur, businessman
Visa validity period:
5 days
Duration of stay:
5 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥130 (~$20)
Visa on arrival for Xiamen (5-Day)
Eligible individuals
Visitor, tourist, entrepreneur, businessman
Visa validity period:
5 days
Duration of stay:
5 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥130 (~$20)
Visa on arrival for Zhuhai (3-Day)
Eligible individuals
Visitor, tourist, entrepreneur, businessman
Visa validity period:
3 days
Duration of stay:
3 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥130 (~$20)