来源：中国新闻网 编辑：付健青 中新社北京9月15日电 (记者 徐婧)北京出入境边防检查总站(简称"北京边检总站")15日介绍，截至9月14 日，北京口岸今年出入境人员数量突破1500万人次，同比增长约18%。其中出入境外国人超过420万人 次，同比增长约34%。 今年以来，中国免签"朋友圈"持续扩容，多项签证便利化政策落地实施。截至9月14日，今年在北京口 岸享受免签和过境免签政策入境的外国人超120万人次，占入境外国人的57%，来华旅游、商务、探亲 成为主要入境事由。 9月15日起，中国对俄罗斯持普通护照人员试行免签政策，预计北京口岸出入境人员数量将进一步增 长。与此同时，随着新学期到来，北京口岸迎来众多来华留学生。 面对持续攀升的客流，北京边检总站多措并举确保口岸通关安全顺畅。通过实行"双排并检"模式有效缩 短旅客候检时间，开设中国公民通道、外国人通道、快捷通道等多类型通道，动态引导旅客分流查验， 进一步提升通关效率。此外，持续发挥多语种服务小组作用，为旅客提供政策解读、咨询引导，并制作 发布多语种通关提示视频，营造平安、顺畅、有序的通关环境，助力北京国际交往中心功能建设。(完) 今年以来北京口岸出入境 ...

新京报讯(记者吴婷婷)记者从北京边检总站了解到，截至9月14日，北京口岸今年出入境人员数量突破 1500万人次，同比增长约18%，较去年提前41天达到这一数量级。其中入出境外国人超过420万人次， 同比增长约34%。 今年以来，中国免签"朋友圈"持续扩容，多项签证便利化政策落地实施。9月15日起，中方将对俄罗斯 持普通护照人员试行免签政策，预计北京口岸出入境人员数量将进一步增长。截至9月14日，享受免签 和过境免签政策入境外国人超120万人次，占入境外国人57%，来华旅游、商务、探亲成为主要入境事 由。与此同时，随着新学期到来，北京口岸也迎来众多来华留学生，为口岸注入新的活力。 面对持续攀升的客流，北京边检总站多措并举确保口岸通关安全顺畅。通过实行"双排并检"模式有效缩 短旅客候检时间，通过开设中国公民通道、外国人通道、快捷通道等多类型通道动态引导旅客分流查 验，进一步提升通关效率。 ...

0 0 0 n li F y a e all on the keep 记者从北京边检总站了解到，截至9月14日，北京口岸今年出入境人员数量突破1500万人次，同比增长约18%，较去年提前41天达到这一数量级。其中入出 境外国人超过420万人次，同比增长约34%。 截至9月14日，享受免签和过境免签政策入境外国人超120万余人次，占入境外国人的57%，来华旅游、商务、探亲成为主要入境事由。与此同时，随着新学 期到来，北京口岸也迎来众多来华留学生，为口岸注入新的活力。 今年以来，中国免签"朋友圈"持续扩容，多项签证便利化政策落地实施。9月15日起，中方将对俄罗斯持普通护照人员试行免签政策，预计北京口岸出入境 人员数量将进一步增长。 （总台央视记者 武兵） ...

Core Insights - The number of foreign travelers benefiting from China's visa facilitation policies is rapidly increasing, with 13.64 million foreign visitors entering under visa-free policies in the first half of the year, a year-on-year increase of 53.9% [1] Group 1: Visa Facilitation Policies - The National Immigration Administration has optimized the visa-free transit policy, extending the stay duration to 10 days and increasing the number of applicable provinces to 24, enhancing China's accessibility in the global tourism market [2] - The implementation of the 240-hour visa-free transit policy has attracted tourists primarily from Russia, the USA, the UK, Canada, and Mexico, with major cities visited being Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Kunming, and Chengdu [2] - In Shanghai, the introduction of group and individual port visas has led to a 34% increase in individual port visa applications, while electronic port visa issuance has seen a month-on-month growth of 54.95% [3] Group 2: Regional Policies - The ASEAN tourist group visa-free entry policy in Yunnan has facilitated easier access for tourists from ASEAN countries, with multiple regional visa-free policies enhancing China's appeal as a travel destination [4] - The visa-free entry policy for 59 countries in Hainan has resulted in 269,000 foreign visitors in the first half of the year, a 76% increase, with emerging source markets like Mongolia, Vietnam, and Uzbekistan showing significant growth [5] Group 3: Innovative Measures - Various innovative measures have been implemented to streamline the entry process for foreign travelers, such as real-time information sharing between border inspection stations and travel agencies, and pre-boarding checks for cruise passengers [6] - The expansion of the visa-free "friends circle" has been complemented by cultural and sports events, with significant increases in foreign visitors during events like the Canton Fair and sports leagues [7] Group 4: Cultural Exchange and Tourism Development - Events like the Qingdao International Beer Festival have attracted foreign tourists, highlighting the role of visa-free policies in promoting cross-border cultural exchanges [8] - Travel agencies are adapting to the increased foreign tourist flow by enhancing marketing efforts and developing culturally rich travel products, indicating a growing demand for tailored travel experiences [8]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant increase in foreign travelers benefiting from China's visa facilitation policies, particularly the 240-hour transit visa exemption, which has led to a surge in tourism and improved cross-border travel efficiency [1][2]. Group 1: Visa Facilitation Policies - The number of foreign travelers entering China under the visa exemption policy reached 13.64 million in the first half of the year, marking a 53.9% year-on-year increase [1]. - The transit visa exemption policy was optimized in December last year, extending the stay duration to 10 days and increasing the number of applicable provinces to 24 [1]. - The policy aims to enhance China's accessibility and friendliness in the global tourism market, with major visitor sources including Russia, the USA, the UK, Canada, and Mexico [1]. Group 2: Enhanced Border Control Efficiency - Beijing's border control has improved efficiency by adding 11 temporary entry channels at the capital's airports, allowing for streamlined processing of foreign travelers [2]. - The introduction of group travel port visas in Shanghai has also seen a 34% increase in individual port visa applications this year [2]. - The electronic port visa system in Shanghai has shown a month-on-month increase of 54.95% in issuance [2]. Group 3: Regional Policies and Innovations - Various regional visa exemption policies have been implemented, such as the ASEAN tourist group exemption in Yunnan, which allows groups to enter without visas [3]. - The number of foreign tourists entering Hainan under the 30-day visa exemption policy reached 269,000 in the first half of the year, a 76% increase [4]. - Innovative measures at border checkpoints, such as pre-checks and real-time flow reporting, have been introduced to enhance the efficiency of foreign tourist entry [5]. Group 4: Economic and Cultural Impact - The expansion of visa exemption policies has led to increased participation in trade fairs, with Guangzhou's border control facilitating over 222 million foreign visitors in the first half of the year, a 40% increase [6]. - Sports events have also attracted foreign tourists, with a 20% increase in South Korean visitors to Jiangsu since the start of a local football league [6]. - Cultural events, such as the Qingdao International Beer Festival, have drawn significant foreign attendance, further promoting cross-border cultural exchange [7].

Group 1 - The outbound and inbound passenger flow at Xi'an port showed significant growth during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with over 110 flights and more than 17,000 passengers processed, representing year-on-year increases of 61% and 63% respectively [1][2] - The number of foreign visitors entering Xi'an during the holiday exceeded 2,980, marking a 35% year-on-year increase, with over 2,360 of these utilizing visa facilitation policies, reflecting a substantial 264% increase [1] - The Xi'an Border Inspection Station implemented proactive measures to manage the peak passenger flow, enhancing communication with airlines and optimizing inspection processes to ensure efficient and orderly travel [1] Group 2 - Xi'an Airport experienced a peak in overall transport volume during the holiday, with 2,687 flights and 371,000 passengers, highlighting a concentration of travel on June 2, when 127,000 passengers were transported [2] - The passenger flow was primarily directed towards popular cities such as Nanning, Kunming, Ningbo, Hangzhou, Urumqi, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Changsha, and Harbin [2] - The management of Xi'an Xianyang International Airport plans to continue innovating service measures to enhance service quality and create positive travel experiences, aiming to establish itself as a top international aviation hub [2]