Get ready: from tomorrow (Nov 20), the Chinese mainland is expanding the number of ports that can issue single-entry travel permits on arrival for residents of Taiwan to 100! 🚀
Here’s the deal: if you missed applying for the five-year permit in advance, just show up at any of these 100 ports with your Taiwan region ID, travel document, and a photo. In about 30 minutes, you’ll get a permit that lets you explore for up to three months—no extra application fees! 🎉
Planning a winter getaway? With free access to over 3,000 scenic spots across the Chinese mainland, now’s the perfect time to hit ice and snow adventures in the northeast (think Harbin Ice Festival ❄️) or ski in the northwest. And thanks to the “Mini Three Links” via Fujian ports, you can apply online or at the counter and pick up your permit upon arrival—super slick! 🏂
Concerned about stamps or privacy? Good news: the Chinese mainland won’t mark your travel documents, and your info is protected under local laws. 👍
More than tourism, this move builds on recent cultural connections: last week’s 11th Cross-Strait Cultural Forum in Beijing reminded us that both sides share roots in language, traditions, and customs. Recent policy plans also aim to deepen these ties, boosting shared events and exchanges for a stronger bond across the strait. 🌉
Whether you’re tracing family history, visiting friends, or just chasing epic landscapes, these new perks make it easier (and cheaper) to dive into the Chinese mainland this winter. Pack your bags and get ready for some unforgettable adventures! ✈️
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Mainland expands permit-issuing ports for Taiwan residents to 100
cgtn.com
