China Visa Requirements
For 🇨🇦 Canada passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis for rural.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Very safe from crime. Watch for scams. Internet heavily restricted.
Money & Costs
Daily Budget (USD)
Cards & ATMs
Limited. WeChat Pay and Alipay essential. Some accept Visa/MC.
Tipping
Not expected. Can be refused.
Practical Info
Emergency Numbers
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Fire: 119
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Beijing: Airport Express ¥25/20min. Shanghai: Maglev ¥50/8min.
Local Transport
Excellent metro in major cities. High-speed rail. DiDi for taxis.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October. Avoid Golden Week.
Cultural Notes
Face and respect important. Gift giving has rules. Numbers 4 unlucky, 8 lucky.
Insider Tips
Need VPN for Google/Facebook. Download apps before arrival. Learn basic Mandarin. Cash/WeChat Pay essential.
Dress Code
Casual.