China - July 9, 2024

Polish business, tourism operators welcome China's visa-free policy

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Poland is the latest country to enjoy visa-free travel to China after an announcement by the government in late June.

Starting July first, Polish citizens can stay in China for up to 15 days visa-free for business, tourism, or transit.

For travel agents in Poland, the new policies are expected to be a great boost for the tourism industry.

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Rogalski, Travel agent in Poland:

"We have been waiting for this news for such a long time, and we are very excited because we know that many tourists from Poland will go to China. We received a lot of phone calls, and emails. And you know, China is a dream country for many people."

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Other business people, like those in the gaming sector, as are also looking forward to visa-free travel to China.

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Yavorsky, Gaming business owner in Poland:

"It will be a huge help. Because doing business on a larger scale requires flow of people. And not having to apply for visa each time will definitely boost the economy."

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Besides Poland, the Chinese government also announced an extension of its visa-free travel policies to New Zealand and Australia.

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