Kyrgyzstan citizens gain 10-day visa-free entry to China

Starting August 20, citizens of Kyrgyzstan can enter China without a visa for stays of up to 10 days. This new policy, announced by China's National Immigration Administration, requires travelers to possess an airline ticket confirming their return to Kyrgyzstan via a third country. For example, a route like Shanghai to Almaty to Bishkek would be permissible.

This visa-free entry applies to 65 destinations within China, including major cities like Beijing and Shanghai. Additionally, China has extended visa-free access to Hainan Island for Kyrgyz citizens, allowing stays of up to 30 days. The change significantly reduces the burdens of visa fees, document gathering, and consulate visits for Kyrgyz travelers.

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We believe that, in making this decision, the Chinese side took into account the high level of bilateral cooperation, the results of reforms, the security and socio-political stability in Kyrgyzstan, economic growth, and the established, full control over the production of state documents.

Sagynbek Abdumutalip, Head of the Foreign Policy Department of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, stated that China's decision reflects the high level of bilateral cooperation, Kyrgyzstan's reforms, and its socio-political stability. He expressed confidence that the measure will foster development in trade and tourism. Notably, China is implementing this 10-day visa-free regime unilaterally, as Chinese citizens still require a visa to enter Kyrgyzstan.

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I am confident that this measure will create conditions for developing cooperation in trade and tourism.