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Visa arranged before travel
Least uncertain option for a planned sourcing trip.
Visit Yiwu
Plan your visit to Yiwu, China
City orientation, market districts, entry routes, and practical trip tools for first-time and returning buyers.
Yiwu at a glance
Time and city orientation for your trip
See the current time in Yiwu and how the airport, railway station, city center, wholesale market, and logistics hub relate to one another.
- Yiwu Railway Station
- Yiwu Airport (YIW)
- Yiwu Port
- International Trade City
- Xiuhu / city center
Landmark positions use geographic coordinates; connecting lines show orientation, not roads.Not for navigation
Plan your visit
Choose your next step
Four focused paths for market layout, travel logistics, trade fair dates, and hands-on visiting support.
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Understand Futian Market
Match your product to the right Futian Market district and sketch a first-day route.
Open Market District Finder →02Plan transport and accommodation
How to reach Yiwu, where to stay near the market, and day-to-day arrival logistics.
Open trip planning guides →03Check upcoming trade fairs
Browse the human-verified trade fair calendar for overseas buyers before you book.
Next fair: 12–14 SEP — 2026 China Yiwu International Auto & Motorcycle Parts Fair
View trade fair calendar →04Request Visiting Help
Transfers, local car with driver, interpreting, and market accompaniment — reviewed after you submit.
Get Visiting Help →Flying through YIW? Search the Yiwu Airport flight schedule →·Need market day worksheets? Open the Buyer Toolkit →
Entry rules · Updated July 2026
Visa and arrival summary
Yiwu Airport issued its first port visas on July 16, 2026. This can help some foreign buyers with urgent entry needs, but it is not automatic visa on arrival. Most buyers should still arrange a normal China visa or confirm visa-free eligibility before booking non-refundable tickets.
Urgent direct visit
Port visa at Yiwu Airport
Possible for eligible travelers who cannot obtain a visa abroad in time — invitation, itinerary, and urgency evidence may be required. Approval is not guaranteed.
Transit route
240-hour visa-free transit
Eligible nationalities may enter via Yiwu Airport while traveling to a third country or region with a confirmed onward ticket. A same-country return is not transit.
Do not rely on the phrase “visa on arrival” alone.
Confirm your route with the airline and the relevant Chinese immigration or port visa authority before buying a non-refundable ticket.
How do I get to Yiwu?
Most buyers fly into Hangzhou (HGH) or Shanghai (PVG/SHA), then continue by high-speed rail or private transfer. Yiwu also has its own airport (YIW).
Where should I stay?
Choose a business hotel near Futian Market or the city center so daily market access is simple. Book early around major trade fairs.
Payment and language
Set up mobile payments when possible, and keep written specs for suppliers. Use a translation app or Visiting Help if you need on-site interpreting.
Short guides
Trip planning guides
Transport, hotels, market timing, and a one-day Futian plan.
Before you fly
First-time Yiwu visit checklist
- ✓Valid passport and confirmed entry permission for your route
- ✓Product photos, specs, target prices, and packaging requirements
- ✓Business cards and a notebook for supplier booth numbers
- ✓Mobile payment setup or cash for local expenses
- ✓Translation app or local guide contact
- ✓3–5 days minimum for meaningful market visits
- ✓Shipping plan discussed before placing large orders
Visiting Yiwu FAQ
- How many days should I spend in Yiwu?
- For a focused first sourcing trip, many buyers plan about 3–5 full working days. A single clear product line can sometimes be shorter. Multi-category sourcing, sample collection, and supplier or factory meetings usually need more time. Treat this as planning guidance, not a fixed rule for every itinerary.
- What are the usual opening hours of Futian Market?
- Futian Market typically opens around 8:30 and closes around 17:30. For productive booth visits, plan roughly 9:00–16:30. Hours can change on holidays, during Chinese New Year, or under special market arrangements.
- What is the easiest way to reach Yiwu?
- Many international buyers fly into Hangzhou or Shanghai, then continue by high-speed rail or private transfer. Yiwu Airport (YIW) can be convenient when there is a suitable flight for your route.
- Do I need a visa to visit Yiwu?
- It depends on your nationality, travel route, and purpose of stay. A standard Chinese visa, a port visa at Yiwu Airport, and 240-hour visa-free transit are different policies with different rules. easyiwu does not confirm eligibility or outcomes. Verify the official entry rules that apply to you before you book non-refundable tickets.
- Do I need an interpreter at Yiwu Market?
- For a clear product category and simple quotation checks, a translation app may be enough. Custom products, detailed specifications, price negotiation, contracts, and supplier or factory meetings are usually better with professional business interpreting.
- How should I plan my first market day?
- Start by matching your products to the right Futian Market district and gate. Keep day one focused on a small set of target categories and a short list of comparable suppliers rather than trying to cover the whole market.