Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Macau?
The official link goes to gov.mo. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Macau entry rules for Chinese citizens.
| Verdict | Special permit |
|---|---|
| Document | Exit-entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao (two-way permit) with an Exit Endorsement to Macao |
| Stay | Per endorsement, up to 90 days |
| Validity | Per endorsement |
| When to apply | Apply to the mainland Public Security Bureau exit-entry office |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Chinese passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Macau entry requirements.
The details for a Chinese passport.
PRC passport holders transiting to a third country with ticket and visa: up to 7 days. Since 1 Sep 2008, EEP holders without a Macao endorsement cannot enter Macao from Hong Kong.
How long it must be valid.
At least 90 days beyond the intended stay.
The short answers.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Macau?
Yes, and more: Chinese citizens need a special permit for Macau. Check the official rules early.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Macau?
Per endorsement, up to 90 days. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Chinese citizens apply?
Apply to the mainland Public Security Bureau exit-entry office.
Where do Chinese citizens apply?
On the official site, gov.mo. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Macau visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.