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Visa & Entry
Can I re-enter China visa-free after my 30 days expire?
Multiple visa-free entries are legal in 2026 with no written cap, but officers can refuse entry if they suspect work or residency.
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Visa & Entry
What happens if I choose the wrong Chinese consulate for my visa application?
Jurisdiction follows your legal residence, not your travel itinerary; verify the state-to-consulate map at china-embassy.gov.cn before filing.
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Transport & Getting Around Lijiang
How much does a private driver cost in Lijiang and what is a good low-altitude itinerary for families?
Budget ¥600-900 per day for a 7-seat van inside Lijiang and ¥800-1,200 for Shangri-La day trips, fuel and parking included.
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Visa & Entry Hong Kong
Can I transit from Hong Kong Airport to Macau without entering Hong Kong immigration?
Use SkyPier at HKG to ferry to Macau without clearing Hong Kong immigration; do not collect bags or cross the immigration line.
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Transport & Getting Around Beijing
Does Beijing Subway extend operating hours during Spring Festival travel peak?
Nine lines run past midnight on Spring Festival peak nights; lines 2, 4, 7, 14 ran until 02:00 from 22 to 24 Feb 2026.
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Visa & Entry
Do UK and Canada citizens need a visa for China travel?
UK and Canadian passport holders enter mainland China visa-free for 30 days per entry from 17 February through 31 December 2026.
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Food & Dining Chengdu
What is a typical Chengdu street breakfast and how much does it cost?
Order Fei Chang Fen plus Guo Kui for the classic Chengdu breakfast — ¥15-20 at local stalls, up to ¥30 in tourist zones.
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Visa & Entry
Is China visa-free for UK and Canada passport holders in 2026?
30-day visa-free entry runs February 17 to December 31, 2026 for UK and Canadian ordinary passports.
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Food & Dining Shanghai
What should travelers expect regarding the cost and typicality of Chinese New Year dinners?
Budget 300 to 500 yuan per person for a standard restaurant reunion set in Shanghai 2026; premium venues run 2,000 yuan and up.