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Last updated: March 2024

Venturing into the heart of Asia to witness the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, or Shanghai's futuristic skyline? The China Tourist Visa is your key to unlocking the treasures of this ancient yet modern land.

With our easy-to-follow guide and dedicated support, you're all set for an unforgettable journey across China. Learn more about the application process here!

What is the China Tourist Visa?

The Chinese Tourist Visa is an official travel document to visit the country. Apply online via iVisa and get complete guidance from our experts during the application process!

What can I do with this Chinese Tourist Visa?

• Travel to the country for tourism purposes only, such as visiting cultural sites and dining at restaurants

What can't I do with this Chinese Tourist Visa?

• Work and business trading
• Journalism
• Short and long-term studies
• Participate in competitions
• Academic or religious exchanges
• Volunteering
• NGO activities
• Live in the country

You must apply for a separate visa for Hong Kong. Additional permits may also be required if you plan to visit Tibet.

Who needs a Tourist Visa for China?

Citizens of over 160 countries require a tourist visa to travel to China. Want to know if you’re one of them? Use our handy Visa Checker Tool and apply directly online.

How long can I stay in the country with the China Tourist Visa?

There are three options to choose from via iVisa:

• Single-entry visa: 10 years after issued validity and allows you to stay in China for up to 90 days Per Entry.

• Double-entry visa: 10 years after issued validity and allows you to stay in China for up to 90 days Per Entry.

• Multiple-entry visa: 10 years after issued validity and allows you to stay in China for up to 90 days Per Entry.

Only for US residents: You can select a 10-year multiple-entry visa during the online process, but it's up to the Chinese Embassy to grant you this validity. Just a heads-up, choosing it doesn't guarantee you'll get it.

China Tourist Visa: Required documents

To kick things off, all we need is a copy of your passport bio page and a passport photo.

Once you've applied with us, we'll send over a tailored list of documents for the government, based on your nationality and unique circumstances. This can differ per nationality, but it generally looks something like this:

• Application form: You'll receive this from us, and you must double-check, date, and sign it

• Applicant photo: Meeting the Chinese government standards and size.

• Valid passport: It must have at least 6 months of validity and two blank visa pages

• Copy of the passport bio page: As well as copies of any previous Chinese Visa pages (if applicable)

• Travel itinerary: Including a confirmed return flight ticket, planned activities and destinations in China, confirmed accommodation bookings, etc.

• If you apply for a visa in a country different from your citizenship, you must submit documents proving your legal residency status there. This document could be a utility bill, driver's license, or the official residence permit.

• If you've changed your name recently, you must provide proof of this.

• Chinese citizens residing overseas or those who have obtained foreign citizenship, must submit copies of any previous Chinese passports, Chinese permanent residence permit, or previous Chinese visas.

• If a child under 18 years old is traveling to China some extra documents are required, such as a birth certificate.

• Other documents may be necessary when traveling with a child, such as a copy of the parent's passport who isn’t traveling. They may also have to come to the Visa Application Center personally to sign a declaration of consent.

• Only for Kyrgyzstan residents: Invitation letter from a travel agent issued by the Minister of Tourism and Culture to apply.

• Only for US citizens/residents: Where you stay form

The Chinese Embassy or Visa Application Center may ask for additional documents if they find it necessary.

Sounds like a lot of work? When applying with iVisa, there’s no need to worry! We provide a complete guide and personal support from our iVisa experts for an error-free application.

How to apply for the China Tourist Visa

To apply for the China Tourist Visa, you will need to follow these steps:

• Step 1: Complete our simplified and easy visa application form online with your travel details and personal information, such as gender, date of birth, and passport number.

• Step 2: Pay the iVisa processing fee and submit the required documentation according to the instructions and tips you have received by email.

• Step 3: Attend the embassy appointment with the documents and pay the government visa fee.

Then, wait for your visa notification letter by email, pick up your visa according to the instructions, and prepare to travel!

With our complete guide with step-by-step tips and tips and tricks, you’ll have the highest chance of approval! On top of that, the iVisa experts will carefully check all your information on the application form to avoid errors and missing info.

China Tourist Visa costs and processing time

The standard processing by us is 30 days. Our processing fee costs 149.99 USD.

Note that the above does not include the government processing time (which can take anywhere from 1 week to 1 months) or the government fee. These depend on your nationality.

Start your application to check the exact prices for your nationality.

Benefits of getting your China Tourist Visa with us

• 100% government-compliant: Our team of iVisa Experts will review all information and ensure it’s 100% compliant with government requirements.

• Unlimited access to our iVisa Experts: Our experts will guide you through the entire application process and answer any questions.

• Simplified form: Visa application can be confusing and tedious.We’ll make sure only to include relevant questions, making the application up to 50% shorter than usual.

• Fill out at your own pace: Save your progress, make changes, and come back to it later whenever you need a break.

• Step-by-step guide: Apply with iVisa and receive a comeplete step-by-step with all the tips you need to answer difficult sections and a full lsit of documents to gather.

Do I need the Tourist Visa if I’m transiting in China?

A foreign citizen who is transiting through China by air is exempted from a visa if they will only stay in the transit area of the airport for less than 24 hours.

You must have a valid connecting flight ticket with confirmed seating on an international flight.

Where can I learn more about the China Tourist Visa?

If you require more info about traveling to China for tourism or business, please contact our customer support team at any time via online chat or WhatsApp. They are ready to assist!