Palace Says DFA to Review China Visa-Free Entry Policy Amid Illegal POGO Concerns
The DFA is reviewing whether Chinese visitors’ 14-day visa-free entry arrangement has harmful effects or is being exploited for criminal activity connected...
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat has changed for Chinese visa applicants to the United States in 2025?
In June 2025, a Presidential Proclamation added ineligibility findings affecting Chinese visa applicants. Consular sections in China can only process about half the number of applications compared to last summer due to staffing limits imposed by the PRC government.
Read: US Visa Uncertainty Upends Chinese Christian Families’ School PlansWhat are the changes in China's visa process for 2026?
China has expanded its visa-free entry policy through December 31, 2026, and introduced a new online application system with mandatory pre-flight electronic Arrival Cards.
Read: Understanding China's Visa Process: Types, Steps, and Tips for 2026What changes were made to U.S. visa policies in 2025?
In 2025, the U.S. tightened visa rules for some countries by suspending visas for nationals of 19 countries due to security concerns, making the process more stringent.
Read: Woman Shares Struggle After B1/B2 and F-1 Visa Denials to USWhat changes were made to U.S. visa policies in January 2026?
On Jan. 21, 2026, the State Department indefinitely paused the issuance of all immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Barbados, pending a ‘comprehensive public charge review.’
Read: Reform UK Promises Visa Ban on Countries Demanding Slavery ReparationsWhich countries are implementing changes to their visa policies as of August 2025?
As of August 2025, the UK, India, and Saudi Arabia are implementing significant changes to their visa policies.
Read: August 2025 Immigration Updates: UK Fee Hikes, India Re 1 Visa, Saudi Work Permits
Philippines Visa-Free Entry Expansion to Boost Chartered Flights, Says Tourism Dept.
The Philippines wants to broaden 14-day visa-free entry for Chinese tourists to more destinations beyond Manila and Cebu.…
Schengen Visa Applications from China See Double-Digit Growth, VFS Global Reports
VFS Global said Chinese Schengen visa applications posted double-digit growth in the first half of 2026. Its China…
China Ends Dividend Tax Exemption for Foreign Individuals; 20% Rate Applies
China ended its dividend tax exemption for foreign individuals on September 1, 2026. Dividends and bonuses from foreign-invested…
Nepal Army Air Evacuates Bhotekoshi River Victims; Foreign Ministry Seeks India, China Aid
Nepal evacuated 114 people from flood-hit Rasuwa and declared three districts disaster crisis-hit areas. India and China both…
China Expands Visa-Free Policy to Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam, Adds 240-Hour Transit and 30-Day Hainan Entry
China adds Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam to its 240-hour transit and 30-day Hainan visa-free programs to boost tourism and…
H-1B Crackdown, Policy Alert PA-2026-05, Drives Tech Talent to India, China
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Jeju Air Increases Flight Capacity to China Amid Growing Gen Z and Solo Travel Demand
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China’s Grave Concern as Suicide Warning Preceded Death in Melbourne Detention
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Shanghai Cancels Nearly 1,400 Flights as Typhoon Dolphin Makes Landfall in China
Typhoon Dolphin hit Zhejiang on August 9, 2026, canceling 2,300+ flights and forcing 1 million evacuations as China…