Visa and Entry Policies

(I) Visa-Free Policy Upgrade

1. Citizens of 38 countries (including France, Italy and Germany) enjoy 30-day visa-free stays in the entire province of Hunan.

2. TWOV stay is extended to 240 hours, covering 9 ports including Changsha and Zhangjiajie, allowing cross-province travel.

(II) Visa Facilitation Services

1.The visa appointment system has been fully abolished, so your application can be submitted at any time.

2.Group tourist entry visas to Hunan can be processed within one working day and 2 persons can form a group.

3.Holders of valid Chinese visas are exempt from repeated fingerprint acquisition within 5 years.

Instructions for Entry and Customs Clearance

(I) Expedited Customs Clearance Guarantee

1.Ports of Hunan have implemented the "early machine inspection" reform, as a result, the passenger clearance speed is increased by 20% compared to any traditional mode.

2.Overall clearance time for inbound flights is controlled within 60 min, which can be reduced to 30 min in case of emergency.

3.Consultation services can be provided in 8 languages (including English, French and Japanese) on the scene of border inspection, where multi-country custom guidance manuals are provided.

(II) Prohibited Articles

1.Fresh fruits, meat products, bird's nests and the like animal/plant products (including purple tea ingredients requiring quarantine certificates).

2.Cash carried, if more than $5,000, is required to be declared to Customs.

Accommodation Registration Procedures

Complete registration within 24 hours

1.Stay at foreign-related hotels: Registration is automatically completed by hotels.

2.2.Private residence/house renting: Online declaration via "Hunan Public Security Online Service" WeChat Applet.

3.Those who fail to register as required would be fined CNY 500~2,000.

Domestic Travel Facilitation Measures

(I) Transport Service Upgrade

1.Air-rail intermodal service: International tourists can enjoy combined ticket services from Changsha Airport to Zhangjiajie/Phoenix Ancient Town via high-speed rail.

2.Transit passengers can enjoy four complimentary services: accommodation (3-star standard), meals, luggage deposit and tea breaks.

(II) Payment and Communication

1.All 4A-level scenic spots and star-rated hotels in Hunan support payment through Visa/Master Card international bank cards.

2.Changsha Airport/high-speed rail stations have established comprehensive service centers for foreigners, offering one-stop services like purple tea tasting, SIM card purchase and currency exchange.