China Visa Types. Which one do you need?
US citizens must apply through the China embassy or consulate. We handle the entire process for applicants in United States — overnight your documents and our team submits on your behalf.
Tourist Visa (L)
Business Visa (M)
Do I need a visa for China?
Most foreign nationals need a visa to enter China, issued by a China embassy or consulate. Travelling on a US passport, you do need a China visa — the options available to you are Tourist Visa (L), Business Visa (M).
China Visa Fees & Cost
China visa fees vary by passport nationality and visa type. The government fee is set by China and paid to them; our service fee is separate and covers expert review of your application before it is submitted. Fees below are for a US passport.
| Visa type | Government fee | Max stay | Our service from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa (L) | $140.00 | 30 days | $149.00 |
| Business Visa (M) | $140.00 | 30 days | $149.00 |
China Visa Processing Time
China asks travellers to apply at least 4 days before arrival. Government processing usually takes 4 days, but governments do not guarantee a decision date, so apply as early as you can — applications are accepted well ahead of travel.
Our Standard, Rush and Emergency options set how quickly we review and file your application; the decision itself remains with the China government. Whichever you choose, we tell you the date your visa is guaranteed by — on time or your money back.
How to Get Your China Visa — Step by Step
China Visa Requirements
Select a category below. All China visa data is updated daily from official government and embassy sources via our VIE Intelligence Engine.
Why China Visa Applications Get Rejected — And How We Prevent It
Our document review catches these before submission. Applications rejected due to our error are resubmitted at no charge.
China Visa: Expert Help vs Applying Directly
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Current Travel Advisories for China
China Visa Requirements by Nationality
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China Visa FAQ
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Nearby Countries — Visa Requirements
China visa requirements for other passport holders
Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for China visa requirements specific to you.
PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily to ensure accuracy.
- ▶China Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
- ▶U.S. Department of State — China Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
- ▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com
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