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What is the policy?
- South Korea has launched a pilot visa-free entry program for Chinese tourist groups.
- It applies to groups of three or more Chinese nationals.
- The stay allowed under this scheme is up to 15 days.
When and how long?
- The program started on September 29, 2025.
- It is scheduled to run until June 30, 2026.
Geographic / other scope details
- The groups must be arranged by government-designated or approved travel agencies.
- Jeju Island already had a visa-free policy for Chinese visitors (individuals and groups) allowing up to 30 days stay. This is unchanged.
Why this policy
- To boost tourism and stimulate South Korea’s domestic economy, especially retail, hospitality, etc.
- Also part of warming diplomatic relations and people-to-people exchanges with China.
- The timing is strategic: it aligns with China’s National Day holiday (Oct 1-8) and South Korea’s preparation for the APEC Summit.
If you like, I can check if there are specific requirements (like which agencies qualify, health or safety checks, etc.) or how this might affect visa applications from Nigeria or for Nigerians travelling via China. Want me to pull that up?
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