240-hour visa-free transit
Cyprus - China 240-hour transit eligibility
Cyprus is an island in the eastern Mediterranean and an EU member two hours ahead of central Europe, flown mainly through Larnaca (LCA) and Paphos (PFO). Cypriot passport holders always connect onward to China, where the 240-hour visa-free transit rule turns a layover into a real visit.
- Region
- Southern Europe
- Common departure cities
- Larnaca, Paphos
- Beijing time difference
- 5–6 hours behind Beijing
- Example third-place transit
- Example transit: Larnaca → mainland China → a third country or region (not your departure country).
Before you transit — get China-ready
Open the full arrival checklist →Important reminders
- Visa-free entry does not allow work and cannot be extended.
- Register temporary accommodation within 24 hours after check-in.
- Tibet and some border areas may require extra permits before travel.