Eswatini visa for Chinese citizens

Chinese citizens planning a trip to the Kingdom of Eswatini will find a visa is required, with five distinct types available, including tourist, business, student, and work options. This journey, typically involving over 20 hours of flights often connecting through Johannesburg, requires careful planning for both itinerary and documentation. While Eswatini uniquely maintains diplomatic relations with Taiwan (Republic of China) rather than mainland China, this distinction does not impede the visa application process for People's Republic of China passport holders. Upon arrival, visitors should be mindful of currency considerations, as the Eswatini Lilangeni is pegged to the South African Rand, making exchanges from Chinese Yuan most practical via ZAR.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristEswatini Entry Visa for Tourists
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
BusinessEswatini Entry Visa for Business Visitors
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherEswatini Entry Visa for Volunteers
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherEswatini Entry Visa for Interns
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
WorkEswatini Temporary Residence Permit - Employment
730dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
StudentEswatini Temporary Residence Permit - Study
multiple-entry
OtherEswatini Temporary Residence Permit - Long-Term Stay
multiple-entry
OtherEswatini Permanent Residence Permit
multiple-entry
TransitEswatini Transit Visa
Apply

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