Since Dec 17, 2024, according to the official announcement by the National Immigration Administration (NIA), the stay duration for foreign nationals eligible for visa-free transit has been extended from the previous 72 hours and 144 hours to 240 hours (10 days).

Xi'an has become a popular destination for inbound tourism in China, thanks to its numerous historical sites, distinctive cuisine, unique natural landscapes, and modern cityscape.

Launched in April 2024, the Bank of Xi'an Foreign Guest Payment Service Advisory Center is located in Grand Tang Mall. This center is Shaanxi Province's first 5A-level key scenic area payment service demonstration project, created using a dual-center model that combines a service center with a consultation center. The services offered include currency exchange and cash withdrawal with foreign cards.

The center employs staff who are proficient in English and Russian, enabling them to offer various payment service consultations to both foreign visitors coming to China and domestic tourists, and help download and activate mobile payment applications. The "Guide to Payment Services for Daily Consumption Scenarios in Shaanxi" offered here is available in Chinese, English, and Russian, along with other promotional materials.

Xi'an City Wall Scenic Area has improved its payment services to make ticket purchasing easier for overseas tourists. Visitors who hold cards from foreign banks with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, or UnionPay logos can quickly buy tickets and enter the scenic area at any of the ticket windows of the 12 gates.

Xi'an is breaking down travel barriers for international visitors, ensuring every traveler can effortlessly embark on a journey through history in the ancient capital.