Official visa guide
Indian nationals need a tourist (L) visa for mainland China, applied for through the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre.
Authority first
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Passport validity
At least 6 months from date of entry, with blank pages
Stay duration
Typically up to 30 days per visit, single or multiple entry
Government fee
Visa fee set by the Chinese Consulate plus service centre charges
Processing
About 4–7 working days for standard processing
Official portal
Chinese Visa Application Service Center
Latest news
China visa policy updates
India MEA
Official travel advisories
Complete the visa application form
Fill in the China visa application form with personal and travel details.
Book an appointment at the Visa Application Service Centre
Submit your application in person at the centre serving your region.
Provide biometrics
Fingerprints are typically collected as part of the application.
Pay the visa fee
Pay the applicable fee at the centre.
Track and collect your passport
Once processed, collect your passport with the visa affixed.
Entry readiness
Entry eligibility is broader than the visa itself. Use these checks alongside the destination's official portal and your airline's travel-document guidance.
Confirm that visa required conditions cover your real reason for visiting China and your complete intended stay.
Match the booking, application and passport exactly. Check expiry, blank pages and physical condition.
Keep return or onward tickets, stay details and host information accessible offline when required.
Check every connection for transit permission, baggage recheck, terminal change, health or digital arrival forms.
Avoid delays and refusal
Is there a China e-Visa for Indians?
Standard tourist visas for Indian nationals are processed through the Visa Application Service Centre rather than a simple e-Visa — check current policy for any changes.
Do I need travel insurance for a China visa?
It's not always mandatory but is commonly recommended and sometimes requested as supporting documentation.
Does a China visa or entry exemption guarantee admission?
No. The airline checks whether you appear eligible to travel, while China immigration makes the final entry decision. Keep your passport, onward travel, accommodation and any requested supporting evidence ready.
Should I book non-refundable flights before confirming China entry requirements?
Avoid non-refundable commitments until you understand the applicable entry route, document requirements and processing time, unless you accept the risk or an application specifically requires a reservation.
This guide is general information for Indian passport holders, not legal or immigration advice. Visa rules, fees, documents and processing times change often — always confirm current requirements on the China government's official immigration or embassy website, or through a licensed visa agent, before applying or booking non-refundable travel.