Beijing Capital Airport China Arrival Card procedures start online. You can file the free card at s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC before you fly, or complete it on arrival. The form is short, so have your passport and trip details ready. At the airport, show your passport and the arrival card QR code at immigration, and fingerprint collection may be requested there.
This is an independent guide, not a government site. We don’t charge fees or file the card for you, so check the NIA portal before you fly. For a broader overview of the entry workflow and digital declaration rules, see our China Arrival Card guide.
Who Needs the China Arrival Card?
Almost every foreign passport holder files one, except seven exempt groups. The National Immigration Administration (NIA) has applied its digital arrival card since 20 November 2025, and it is an entry declaration, not a visa. The exempt groups are:
- Valid Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card holders
- Non-Chinese holders of a Mainland Travel Permit for HK/Macau residents
- Group travelers on a group visa or group visa-free travel
- 24-hour transit passengers who stay in the port zone
- Cruise passengers entering and leaving on the same vessel
- Travelers using e-channel or fast-track lanes
- Crew members of exit-entry transport vehicles
The full exemption list explains who skips the card and what to show at the border instead. Singapore passport holders choose the visa-free option that matches their trip — our visa-free entry guide for Singaporeans covers the details. Just passing through? Pick visa-free transit if your onward ticket goes to a third country or region. A return to your origin country doesn’t qualify.
| Traveler | Form selection | Where to go |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore visitor | Visa-free option that matches your trip | Follow the signs for foreign arrivals at immigration |
| Transit to a third country | Visa-free transit | Follow the signs for transit arrivals |
Prepare Your Form Before Leaving Singapore
Fill in the form before you fly, or complete it on arrival if needed. Submit it online through:
- Desktop site: s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC
- Mobile site: s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone
- The “NIA 12367” app for iOS or Android
- The WeChat mini-program
- The Alipay mini-program
The system reads your passport photo for you to check. Then add your flight number, contact details, entry policy and purpose of entry.
For your address, choose the province, city and district, then enter the detailed address.
Save a screenshot of the QR code so you can show it without mobile data — this guide explains how to generate and store your QR code offline.
Lookalike sites: The card is free, so avoid sites asking for fees or payment card details.
Beijing Capital Airport China Arrival Card Procedures
At PEK, follow the signs for foreign arrivals and head to immigration.
Follow the signs
Follow the signs for foreign arrivals from your gate.
File the card
If you haven’t filed online, use a self-service kiosk or a QR scan at the port, or ask for a paper card at the immigration counter. The airport kiosk process with fingerprints and smart gates is covered separately.
Immigration
Show your passport and arrival card QR code at immigration, where fingerprint collection may be requested.
Baggage and customs
Collect your luggage, then go through customs.
Having the QR code ready before you reach the counter keeps the process moving.
Terminal layouts differ, so follow the airport signage for baggage claim and customs at the terminal where you arrive.
Daxing (PKX) Arrival Compared With PEK
Landing at Daxing (PKX)? The same general steps apply: file the card, show your passport and QR code at immigration, then collect your luggage and clear customs, following the signs in the terminal.
| Stage | PEK | PKX |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival card options | Self-service kiosk, QR scan or paper card at the port | Self-service kiosk, QR scan or paper card at the port |
| Passport control | Show your passport and QR code at immigration | Show your passport and QR code at immigration |
| Baggage claim and customs | Collect luggage, then pick the green or red channel | Collect luggage, then pick the green or red channel |
| Getting into the city | Follow the signs for airport rail and ground transport | Follow the signs for airport rail and ground transport |
Customs and Hotel Registration
Have nothing to declare after baggage claim? Take the green channel. Otherwise, use the red channel to declare items to China Customs — note that the customs declaration is a separate form from the arrival card.
Hotels register you at check-in. Private stays need a report to the local police station within 24 hours — the arrival card and PSB police registration are two separate obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the Beijing Capital Airport China Arrival Card procedures for Singapore passport holders?
File the free card online before you fly, or complete it on arrival. At immigration, show your passport and QR code. Collect your luggage, pass customs, and check that your accommodation is registered.
Where do I submit the China Arrival Card online?
Use s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC on a computer or s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone on a phone. The NIA 12367 app and the WeChat and Alipay mini-programs also work. If you prefer, a QR scan or a self-service kiosk at the port is another option.
Is the China Arrival Card free, and how do I spot fake websites?
The NIA channels cost nothing. The NIA addresses are s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC for computers and s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone for phones. A website that charges a fee for this form is an intermediary, not the NIA, and it is not needed. The 12367 immigration hotline can answer questions if you’re unsure.
What if I made a mistake after submitting?
A submitted card cannot be edited, so file a new form online. Keep the QR code from the new form and save it offline.
Do children and infants need their own card?
Each traveller entering mainland China submits their own form, so a young traveller has their own card and QR code. A parent or guardian can complete it on the NIA app or website, and a shared hotel address is fine. Save the code to the phone’s gallery for offline use.
What if my phone dies or the QR code won’t load?
If your phone fails, ask for a paper card at the immigration counter, or use a self-service kiosk or QR scan at the port. Try the digital card first.
How do Beijing Capital Airport China Arrival Card procedures differ at Daxing?
The online card and the immigration steps follow the same general sequence at Beijing’s airports: show your passport and QR code at immigration, and follow the signs for foreign arrivals.
Do I need to register my accommodation?
Yes. Hotels register you at check-in with your passport. If you stay with family or friends, report to the local police station within 24 hours. Carry your passport or a photo of it.
Sources and Further Reading
- NIA Arrival Card portal (desktop)
- NIA Arrival Card portal (mobile)
- Arrival Card E-filling launch notice (2026)
Rules can change, so check the NIA portal before you travel.
