Published: 16:30, November 3, 2025 | Updated: 16:52, November 3, 2025
China to extend visa-free access to countries including France
By Xinhua
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responds at a regular press briefing in Beijing on May 23, 2025. (PHOTO / CHINA'S FOREIGN MINISTRY) 

BEIJING - China will extend its visa-exemption arrangements to France and other countries covered by the policy to Dec 31, 2026, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday.

China will grant visa-free entry to Swedish citizens from Nov 10, 2025 to Dec 31, 2026, Mao said at a regular news briefing.