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China — Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Shanghai Bund
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China Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a Chinese visa, applied for through the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre (CVASC) in New Delhi, Mumbai or Kolkata after filling the online application. Fingerprints are waived for short-stay applicants until 31 December 2026.

Entry for IndiansVisa Required
Processing4 working days (express options available)
Permitted stayUp to 30 days per entry (as granted)
AppointmentRequired (biometrics / submission)
CapitalBeijing
CurrencyChinese Yuan (CNY)
LanguageMandarin Chinese
Best time to visitSeptember to November

China Visa Options & Document Checklist

China Tourist Visa (L)

Complete the online visa application (COVA), book an appointment and submit at CVASC

Processing4 working days (express options available)
Validity3 months, single / double entry (multiple-entry for eligible applicants)
StayUp to 30 days per entry (as granted)

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Online application form confirmation, printed and signed
  3. Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, 33 × 48 mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  5. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  6. Day-wise travel itinerary
  7. Personal bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank, showing sufficient funds for the trip
  8. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof
  9. Copy of previous Chinese visas (if any)

China Business Visa (M)

Submit at CVASC

Processing4 working days
ValidityAs issued (single / multiple entry)
StayAs per visa

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Online application form
  3. Recent colour photograph — 33 × 48 mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Invitation letter from the Chinese company (with company stamp and inviter's ID copy)
  5. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  6. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation

Important Notes

  • Fingerprint collection is suspended for short-stay visa applicants (stays up to 180 days) until 31 December 2026, so a representative can submit your file.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Chinese Visa Application Service Center. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About China

China is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Beijing and a well-connected network of cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou. The best time to visit is September to November, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Great Wall of China and Forbidden City.

Top attractions

Great Wall of ChinaForbidden CityShanghai BundTerracotta Army

Top cities

BeijingShanghaiGuangzhou
FAQs

China Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a Chinese visa, applied for through the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre (CVASC) in New Delhi, Mumbai or Kolkata after filling the online application. Fingerprints are waived for short-stay applicants until 31 December 2026.
Processing is typically 4 working days (express options available). Validity: 3 months, single / double entry (multiple-entry for eligible applicants). Permitted stay: Up to 30 days per entry (as granted).
The core documents are: Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages; Online application form confirmation, printed and signed; Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, 33 × 48 mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof). See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
Yes — China requires an in-person submission or biometrics appointment for the standard visa route. Latitude Global books and prepares you for the appointment.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of China. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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