China Opens Visa-Free Travel for Swedish Citizens

China has announced a new visa-free travel policy for Swedish citizens, a development that will make travel between Sweden and China easier for both business and leisure.

The decision, confirmed during a meeting between China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Sweden’s Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard on October 16, 2025, marks an important step toward facilitating mobility and cooperation between the two countries.

For Swedish businesses, this policy simplifies travel for meetings, site visits, and partnerships across China - offering greater flexibility, reduced administration, and more opportunities to strengthen relationships in one of the world’s largest markets.

For individuals, it opens the door to explore China’s diverse regions, from major cities like Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen to cultural and historical destinations beyond the usual routes.

While detailed implementation guidelines are still to be announced, this new arrangement reflects a growing openness and mutual interest in expanding business and cultural exchange.

SwedCham Hong Kong welcomes this news and encourages members to make use of the opportunity to connect, collaborate and explore China more easily than before.