China Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Following is the general list of documents required for China visa for Indians.

• Passport

  A passport is a document that is required at the time of international travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.

  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 photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.

  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

  An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.

  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.

This is a common list of documents. For specific purpose visa choose from following:

Tourist Visa

Business Visa

Study Visa

Work Visa

Visit Visa

Eligibility for getting China Visa:

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

Visa Fees for China Visa: