China Visa for Indians For Indian Passport Holders

Obtaining a China visa is a crucial step for Indian citizens planning to travel to China for various purposes such as tourism, business, study, work, or transit. This comprehensive guide is designed to walk you through the types of visas available, the detailed requirements, application process, fees, processing times, and additional information to ensure a smooth application experience.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Determine Your Visa Type: Based on Your Purpose of Travel

• Identify Your Travel Purpose:

• • Tourism/Sightseeing

• • Business/Trade

• • Transit

• • Study

• • Work

• • Other (Specify)
    
    

• Choose the Correct Visa Type:

• • L-Visa for Tourism/Sightseeing

• • F-Visa for Business/Trade

• • G-Visa for Transit

• • X-Visa for Study

• • Z-Visa for Work
    

• • Group Visa for Tourist Groups of 5 or more

• Verify Visa Type with Official Sources (if unsure):

• • Chinese Embassy/Consulate Website

• • Designated Application Centers (e.g., VFS Global, CKGS)
    
    

2. Gather Required Documents: Ensure All Necessary Documents Are in Order

• Common Documents:

• • Valid Indian Passport

• • Completed Visa Application Form (V.2019)

• • Recent Passport-Sized Photo(s)

• • Flight Itinerary or Travel Arrangements
    
    

• Visa Type Specific Documents:

• • Refer to the detailed list provided earlier (under China Visa Requirements for Indians)
    
    

• Ensure Document Quality:

• • All documents must be clear, legible, and in the required format.

• • Photocopies may be required for certain documents; ensure they are of good quality.
    
    

3. Submit Application:

In Person: At the Chinese Embassy, Consulate, or a Designated Application Center

• Locations:

• • Chinese Embassy in India: New Delhi

• • Chinese Consulates in India: Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru (check for jurisdiction)

• • Designated Application Centers: VFS Global, CKGS, and others (check for locations and services)
    
    

• Submission Process:

• • Arrive at the submission location with all required documents.

• • Proceed to the designated counter for China visa applications.

• • Submit your application and supporting documents.

• • Pay the application fee (if not already paid).

• • Collect your receipt and track your application status.
    
    

Through an Agency: Authorized Travel Agencies Can Assist with the Application Process

• Finding an Authorized Agency:

• • Check with the Chinese Embassy/Consulate for a list of authorized agencies.

• • Research and select a reputable agency experienced in China visa applications.
    
    

• Agency Submission Process:

• • Contact the agency to inquire about their China visa application services.

• • Provide the agency with your required documents and application details.

• • Pay the agency’s service fee in addition to the visa application fee.

• • The agency will submit your application on your behalf.

• • Collect your visa from the agency once it's ready.
    
    

4. Pay the Application Fee:

Embassy/Consulate:

• Payment Methods:

• • Cash

• • Debit/Credit Cards

• • Demand Drafts
    
    

• Fees:

• • Refer to the detailed fee structure provided earlier (under China Visa Fees for Indians)
    
    

Application Centers:

• Payment Methods:

• • Typically same as Embassy/Consulate, but may vary.

• • Check with the application center for accepted payment methods.
    
    

• Fees:

• • Visa Application Fee (same as Embassy/Consulate)

• • Service Fee: Additional fee charged by the application center for their services.
    
    

5. Wait for Processing:

• Processing Times:

• • Regular Service: Typically 4-5 working days.

• • Express Service: 2-3 working days (additional fee applies).

• • Rush Service: 1 working day (additional fee applies, not always available).
    
    

• Tracking Your Application:

• • Online: Through the application center's website (if available).

• • Phone/Email: Contact the submission location for updates.
    
    

6. Collect Your Visa:

In Person: At the Submission Location

• Requirements:

• • Receipt provided during submission.

• • Valid Government-Issued ID.
    
    

• Process:

• • Proceed to the designated counter for visa collection.

• • Present your receipt and ID.

• • Collect your passport with the China visa.
    
    

Through an Authorized Person: With a Power of Attorney

• Requirements:

• • Power of Attorney document authorizing the person to collect on your behalf.

• • Valid Government-Issued ID of the authorized person.

• • Receipt provided during submission.
    
    

• Process:

• • The authorized person proceeds to the designated counter.

• • Presents the required documents.

• • Collects your passport with the China visa.
    
    

Submission Locations:

• Chinese Embassy in India: New Delhi

• • Chinese Consulates in India: Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru (check for jurisdiction)
    
    

• Designated Application Centers:

• • VFS Global: https://www.vfsglobal.cn/China/India/

• • CKGS: https://www.ckgs.in/china/

• • Others: Check for locations and services offered.

Before travelling to China, Indian citizens need to obtain a visa. Here are some useful details regarding the China visa requirements and application process:

Passport:- A current passport with at least six months left on it, along with blank pages for a visa.

Visa Application Form:- A filled-out and signed application for a visa that is specific to the kind of visa you are applying for.

Passport Size Photographs:-  Some specifications required are as follows- 

Invitation Letter:- An invitation letter from a Chinese entity, be it a company, school, or organization, might be required depending on the purpose of your visit.

Travel Itinerary:- You need to show what are your travel plans, your accommodation booking details, and your all flight booking details.

Financial Proof:-  You ought to have sufficient cash to pay for anything you'll need when visiting China. You can prove this by bringing traveler's checks or bank statements, or by keeping a healthy amount in your bank account.

Employment Verification:- This is for all those individuals who apply for a work visa, they all need to have a job offer letter as proof.

Health Certificate:- A health certificate might be necessary depending on your travel history and individual circumstances.

Some other documents:- Further documentation may be necessary depending on the type of visa you are applying for, such as educational transcripts for student visas or business registration documents for business visas.

Breakdown by Visa Type:

• Tourist, Business, Transit Visas:
  
  
• Single Entry: ₹3,900 (approx. $52 USD)
• Double Entry: ₹5,900 (approx. $78 USD)
• Multiple Entry (6 months): ₹9,900 (approx. $131 USD)
• Multiple Entry (1 year): ₹14,900 (approx. $197 USD)
  
  
• Student, Work Visas:
  
  
• Single Entry: ₹3,900 (approx. $52 USD)
• Multiple Entry: ₹9,900 (approx. $131 USD)
  
  
• Group Visa:
  
  
• Fees Vary: Based on the number of applicants and entries.
  
  

Service Fees (if applying through a center):

• Varying Amounts: (e.g., ₹300 to ₹1,500) depending on the service center and services opted for.

• Regular Service: 4-5 Working Days
  
  
• Express Service: 2-3 Working Days (Additional Fee Applies)
  
  
• Rush Service: 1 Working Day (Additional Fee Applies, Not Always Available)

• May Be Required: For certain visa types or at the discretion of the embassy/consulate.
  
  
• Includes: Fingerprint scanning.

• Visa Denial: Can occur if requirements are not met or if the application is incomplete.
  
  
• Reapplication:
  
  
• Wait for the specified period (if any) before reapplying.
• Address the reasons for the initial denial.
• Submit a new application with the required documents and fees.

• Visa Denial: Can occur if requirements are not met or if the application is incomplete.
  
  
• Reapplication:
  
  
• Wait for the specified period (if any) before reapplying.
• Address the reasons for the initial denial.
• Submit a new application with the required documents and fees.

• Check Regularly: For the latest information from the Chinese embassy/consulate or authorized application centers.
  
  
• Subscribe to Newsletters: From official sources to stay updated.

• Check Regularly: For the latest information from the Chinese embassy/consulate or authorized application centers.
  
  
• Subscribe to Newsletters: From official sources to stay updated.

• Chinese Embassy in India: https://in.china-embassy.org/eng/
  
  
• Chinese Visa Application Service Centers in India:
  
  
• VFS Global: https://www.vfsglobal.cn/China/India/
• CKGS: https://www.ckgs.in/china/
  
  
• Useful Links:
  
  
• Chinese Government Website: http://www.gov.cn/
• Indian Embassy/Consulate in China: For assistance while in China.
  
  

Need more clarity on the China visa? Check out helpful resources below

China Visa Requirement

China Tourist Visa Requirement

China Business Visa Requirement

China Work Visa Requirement

China Study Visa Requirement

China Visit Visa Requirement

China Embassies and Consulates

Common Reasons for Visa Rejection

• Chinese Embassy in India: https://in.china-embassy.org/eng/
  
  

• Chinese Visa Application Service Centers in India:
  
  

• VFS Global: https://www.vfsglobal.cn/China/India/

• CKGS: https://www.ckgs.in/china/
  
  

• Useful Links:
  
  

• Chinese Government Website: http://www.gov.cn/

• Indian Embassy/Consulate in China: For assistance while in China.