Starting from 20 November 2025, foreign nationals may fill in the relevant entry information online before coming to China through the official website or government service platform of the National Immigration Administration (NIA), the “NIA 12367” app and WeChat/Alipay mini program, or by scanning the QR code via mobile phone.

Online Arrival Card Filling Website:

https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC/

QR Code for Arrival Card Filling:

Foreigners who cannot fill in the information online in advance may complete the process upon arriving at the immigration inspection site at Chinese ports of entry by scanning the QR code via mobile phone, using the smart devices on site, or filling in a paper-based Arrival Card. 

The following 7 types of foreign nationals are exempt from submitting the arrival card information:

1. Holders of a valid Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card of the People’s Republic of China

2. Holders of a valid Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (non-Chinese Citizens)

3. Holders of a group visa or those eligible for group visa-free entry

4. Passengers in 24-hour direct transit who stay within the designated area of the port

5. Cruise passengers entering and departing on the same vessel

6. Travelers entering through fast-track channels

7. Foreign crew members of exit-entry transport vehicles