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Entry in Yanji (YNJ) airport with visa exemption?

Is it possible to FIRST enter China at Yanji (YNJ) airport by arriving directly from abroad with an international flight holding a German, Spanish, and Austrian passport? All of these passports are visa exempt, but it is not clear if there are designated port-of-entries to be used in major cities or entry can be done in any airport and land border crossing.

Entry into China using a visa-exempt passport depends on the type of visa exemption and the designated ports of entry. For German, Spanish, and Austrian passports, China generally allows short-term visa-free entry under certain conditions, but there are limitations.

For most visa exemptions:

  • They are valid for certain designated ports of entry only, usually major international airports or specific land border crossings.
  • Visa-free entry is typically intended for transit or very short stays (usually 72 or 144 hours) in certain cities, not for arbitrary entry at any airport.

Regarding Yanji Chaoyangchuan Airport (YNJ):

  • YNJ is a regional airport in Jilin province and primarily serves domestic flights, with limited international flights.
  • Visa exemptions for German, Spanish, and Austrian passports may not be automatically valid for first entry at YNJ, unless the airport is explicitly listed as a port-of-entry for visa-exempt nationals.
  • Passengers attempting to enter China at YNJ without a visa might be denied boarding by the airline or refused entry upon arrival if the exemption does not cover that airport.

Recommendations:

  • Check the official Chinese consulate or embassy website for a current list of airports and land border crossings designated for visa-free entry for your nationality.
  • If YNJ is not listed, you would need to obtain a standard Chinese visa before traveling.
  • Alternatively, consider entering China via a major international airport (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai, or Shenyang) that allows visa exemption, then travel domestically to Yanji.

In summary, first entry at Yanji (YNJ) using German, Spanish, or Austrian passports under visa exemption is likely not permitted unless the airport is on the designated list. Confirm with the nearest Chinese consulate to avoid being denied boarding or entry.

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