China visa requirements for St. Maartener citizens in 2026
Last updated 7 Jun 2024
Entry requirement
No visa required
Max stay
15 days
Purpose
Tourism
How to enter
St. Maartener passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter China.
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Visa Not Required
Travelers holding St. Maartener passports are welcomed to China without the need for a tourist visa in 2026. Enjoy up to 15 days of visa-free stay and ensure to review the below guidelines for a smooth travel experience.
ENTRY
Visa Not Required
ALLOWED STAY
15 days
PURPOSE
Tourist
Optional · paid service
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Further notes
- Visa-free from December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024.
- 24-hour visa-free transit through China (unless arriving in Fuzhou, Huangshan, Mudanjiang, or Yanji).
- 72-hour visa-free transit through Changsha, Guilin and Harbin.
- 144-hour visa-free transit through Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Jieyang, Kunming, Nanjing, Ningbo, Qinhuangdao, Qingdao, Shanghai, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Shijiazhuang, Tianjin, Wuhan, Xiamen and Xi'an.
- Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan count as third countries under the 24, 72 and 144-hours transit without visa (TWOV) policies.
- Holders of ordinary passports, who are part of a journey arranged by a tour agency officially recognised in Hainan, can access China through the border entry points accessible to foreign visitors in Hainan without the need for a Chinese visa. They are permitted to stay for a maximum duration of 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for China from Sint Maarten (Dutch part)?
No, St. Maartener citizens do not need a visa for China.
Do St. Maartener citizens need a visa for China in 2024?
No, St. Maartener citizens do not need a visa for China.
Can St. Maartener citizens travel to China?
Yes, St. Maartener citizens can travel to China without a visa.
What is the maximum length of stay in China with Visa Not Required for St. Maartener citizens?
The maximum length of stay in China with Visa Not Required is 15 days. St. Maartener citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a St. Maartener citizen overstays their visa in China?
Overstaying in China even if a visa is not required can result in fines and penalties. Ensure to comply with the allowed stay duration of 15 days.
About China
- Official
- People's Republic of China
- Capital
- Beijing
- Currency
- Chinese yuan
- Language
- Chinese
- Calling code
- +86
- Population
- 1,404,890,000
- Region
- Asia · Eastern Asia
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.