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Apr 23, 2026 cowrie

China Entry Requirements for First-Time Visitors: Visa, Passport, Customs, and Permits

A practical guide explaining the documents, permits, and border procedures first-time travelers need before entering China, including visa options, passport validity, customs rules, and Tibet travel permits.

• visa
• passport
• entry
• customs
• tibet
• china-travel

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Apr 8, 2026 cowrie

Do Chinese airports check items for tax refund? What travelers need to know

Chinese customs officers can and do inspect tax-refund items at airports before approving your VAT refund. Keep items unused and in original packaging until after you receive your refund.

• china
• tax-refund
• airport
• shopping
• customs

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