240-hour visa-free transit
South Korea - China 240-hour transit eligibility
South Korean passport holders can access 240-hour visa-free transit through Seoul Incheon (ICN), a major transfer hub, or Busan (PUS), located on an East Asian peninsula one hour ahead of Beijing. This proximity supports efficient connections for regional travel.
- Region
- East Asia
- Common departure cities
- Seoul, Busan
- Beijing time difference
- 1 hour ahead of Beijing
- Example third-place transit
- Example transit: Seoul → 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.