China Visit Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Indian passport holders who are willing to apply for a China Visitor visa can find the necessary visa information on this page. In the following, you can find China Visitor visa requirements which mainly include the visa documents and eligibility criteria. General guidelines to be followed at the time of submission of China Visitor visa documents are mentioned on the page. For further visa consultation, you can contact BTW Visa Executives.

 

Following is the list of documents required for China Visit visa for Indians.
  • Passport

      The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

    • It must have minimum two blank pages for the visa stamp.
    • It must be original and genuine.
    • It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
    • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

    One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.

  • Photo

      The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

    • It must cover face 70% of the frame.
    • It must have a matt finish.
    • It must be clicked on an all white background.
    • Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
    • It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 33mm, breadth - 48mm).
    • It must be a recent photograph.
    • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
    • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
    • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
    • The ears must be visible clearly.
    • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
    • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

    Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.

  • Old Passport

      If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria

    • In case required one year multiple entry visa .
    • It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.

    Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Covering Letter From Applicant

      The covering letter provided by the visa applicant should be acceptable based on the following guidelines

    • It must mention other details as well as per the Consular's request.
    • It must mention the accommodation details of the applicant.
    • It must mention the person who will be bearing all the expenses during the trip, if not travelling alone.
    • It must specify the traveller's relationship with the fellow travellers if not travelling alone.
    • It must clearly specify the traveller's purpose of visit.
    • It must mention the travel dates as per the invitation letter or the booked flight tickets.
    • It must mention all the details as per the passport.

    Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Bank Statement

      The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria

    • It must be original and obtained for the last 6 months. .
    • It must be original and should have the bank's stamp and signature on every page.

    If the Bank Statement doesn't show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Hotel Voucher

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • It must be obtained on the Hotel's letterhead and should be provided as proof of accommodation.
    • It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.

    If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.

  • Air Ticket

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • The tickets must be confirmed for the to and fro journey.
    • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

    An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.

  • Balance Certificate

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • It must be signed by the bank and must be obtained on the bank's letterhead.

    Without this, you will not be able to apply for a visa as you will not meet the financial requirements.

  • Invitation Letter From Family/Friend

      The letter of invitation submitted should match the following criteria

    • It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
    • It must also mention the applicant details as per the passport, the purpose of travel, duration of stay, travel dates, and the relation with the invitee.
    • It must mention the invitee's details such as the contact details, profession details, visa status and citizenship proof.
    • It must specify who is going to bear the expenses of the trip.

    An invitation letter from a family/friend whom you are visiting is essential to ratify the genuiness of your purpose of visit or even provide proof of accomodation.

  • Visa/Resident Permit Copy Of Invitee

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • It must be submitted at the time when the invitee is staying abroad on a resident permit.

    In case the visa permit copy of the invitee is not submitted, the applicant may not be allowed to visit the country providing the purpose of visiting acquaintances.

  • Passport Copy Of Invitee

      Passport is a mandatory document that is required at the time of international travels. The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

    • It must be provided as invitee's proof of identification and for the required personal information.
    • It must be a copy of the first and the last page.

    Failing to provide invitee's passport copy when requested may get the visa delayed or rejected on the basis of the absence of proof of purpose of travel/accommodation.

  • Relationship Proof

      It should be submitted as per the following


    Required when visiting family members. It identifies the authenticity of your relationship with the invitee.


Eligibility for getting China Vfr Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

  1. Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.

  2. Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.

  3. Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.

  4. Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.

  5. Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.

Visa Fees for China Vfr Visa:

Entry Stay Duration Validity Fees
Single entry Normal 30 days 3 months 6732.0
Double entry Normal 30 days 3 months 8682.0
Multiple entry Normal 30 days 6 months 10632.0
Multiple entry Normal 30 days 1 year 14532.0
Single entry Express 30 days 3 months 8732.0
Double entry Express 30 days 3 months 10682.0
Multiple entry Express 30 days 6 months 12632.0
Multiple entry Express 30 days 1 year 16532.0

*Important Note:

Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application .

Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.

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