The 2016 Jiangxi International Women's Tennis Open was a professional women's tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts.

It was the third edition of the tournament, in the International category of the 2016 WTA Tour and took place in Nanchang, China, from 1 August through 7 August 2016.

Unseeded Duan Yingying won the singles title.

The following players received wildcards into the singles main draw: The following player received entry by a protected ranking: The following players received entry from the qualifying draw: The following player received entry by a lucky loser spot: The following pairs received wildcards into the doubles main draw: