Do China passport holders need a visa to visit NE?

No. Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa before traveling to Niger. You must apply for a tourist visa in advance at a Nigerien embassy or consulate; there is no general eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Chinese citizens, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. As of May 2026, holders of an ordinary Chinese passport require a visa to enter Niger for tourism. The visa must be obtained in advance from a Nigerien diplomatic mission (embassy/consulate); Niger does not operate a general online eVisa system, and the limited "pre-approved visa on arrival" scheme is not a substitute for advance approval for Chinese nationals. The typical tourist visa permits a short stay (commonly up to 30 days entry, with stays referenced up to 90 days depending on the issuing mission), processing usually takes around 15 working days, and applicants must submit a passport valid at least 6 months, photos, a return ticket, accommodation/itinerary details, and a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever (mandatory for travelers over 9 months old). Note that Niger remains under serious security advisories, so travelers should check current advisories before booking. Fees are set by the individual mission and are not standardized; confirm the exact amount with the embassy in Beijing.