Travel to China on a Canadian passport

Question

Hi, pls advise if this route is legit with the 240hr twov:

Canada - Xiamen, exit Xiamen by train to HK then back to Canada. Thank you

Answer

Yes, your planned route is generally compatible with the 240-hour Transit Without Visa (TWOV) policy in China, but there are some important details to consider.

1. Eligibility

Canadian passport holders are eligible for the 240-hour TWOV in certain cities, including Xiamen.
The transit must be for international travel—i.e., you must be continuing to a third country (in your case, Hong Kong and then back to Canada).

2. Route requirements

You must enter China via Xiamen and exit within 240 hours. Exiting by train to Hong Kong counts as leaving the mainland, so this is acceptable.
Make sure your train ticket from Xiamen to Hong Kong is booked in advance, as immigration may ask for proof of onward travel.
Hong Kong is considered outside mainland China for TWOV purposes, so your transit from Xiamen to Hong Kong fulfills the requirement of leaving the mainland.

3. Practical tips

Carry your passport, onward tickets, and hotel bookings for both Xiamen and Hong Kong, in case immigration requests proof.
Ensure your total stay in mainland China does not exceed 240 hours (10 days).
Check the latest updates from Xiamen and Chinese immigration authorities, as rules may change.

4. Summary

In short, entering Xiamen from Canada, spending a few days there, then traveling by train to Hong Kong before returning to Canada is within the rules of the 240-hour TWOV, as long as all entry, exit, and travel documentation are properly prepared.

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