Most often, the visa is an underlooked element of an international trip. In fact, it is also the deciding factor that allows you entry into the said country. The same is true when you are planning a trip to Mainland China. While China has visa-free for select nations, others require a Chinese Visa. And, as China has 16 major visa categories, decoding how to apply for China visa is of primary importance.
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Applying for China Visa Made Easy
China has 16 major categories of visas not including the diplomatic visa. While this seems to be a long list, they are classified based on the purpose served.
For more information on all the 16 categories, visit China Visa
While neither are eVisas, certain Chinese visa categories may be applied online. However, the applicants are required to submit the original passport while applying for all the visa categories.
Also, read China Visa Online
To begin with, there are 16 categories for various purposes like tourism, business, visiting family, study visa, work visa, etc. And, out of these the following are the popular types
Major Types of China Visa
- Tourist Visa
- Business Visa
- Transit Visa
- Student Visa
- Work Visa
Presently, at Blinkvisa, we provide the China tourist visa or the China L visa and the China business visa or the China M visa. While a visa is essential to transit via China, the non-visa-exempt nationals prefer a Chinese L visa.
China business visa and tourist visa at a glance
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China business and tourist express visa at a glance
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What is the Price of a China Visa?
To provide you with a better understanding of the China visa cost at Blinkvisa, we have tabulated the major visa types below with price breakup.
| Type of China Visa | Visa Fee | Blinkvisa Charges | SGST + CGST | Total | Avail Cashback |
| Tourist Visa | INR 8999 | INR 500 | 18% | INR 9589 | INR 9589 |
| Express Tourist Visa | INR 14499 | INR 500 | 18% | INR 15089 | INR 15089 |
| Business Visa | INR 10499 | INR 500 | 18% | INR 11089 | INR 11089 |
| Express Business Visa | INR 14499 | INR 500 | 18% | INR 15089 | INR 15089 |
Did you know?
Using the cashback, you can also get attractive discounts of up to 10% on your flight tickets, hotel reservations, activities, etc.
To know how cashback works, read China Visa Cost
How to Apply for China Visa? A Step-by-step Guide
China visa application process is majorly divided into two phases. The first phase involves registration and filling in the online visa application form.
The second phase involves the submission of your original passport and passport photographs. Following which, we will submit the application on your behalf and you will receive your China visa pasted to your passport within 10 working days. The processing time may vary and is dependent on the courier service.
Phase 1
- Visit www.blinkvisa.com
- Select the country and visa type, enter your email id, city, etc and click on the ‘Get Visa’ button
- You will be directed to the specific visa page of the country chosen
- Fill in the basic details like the number of applicants, tentative travel date, return date
- Make the payment of INR 500 and receive the complete visa fee as cashback
- Schedule an appointment for document pickup from your home
Note: Scheduling appointment for documents (passport and photos) pickup is available for the residents of Bangalore only.
Also, read China Visa for Bangaloreans
Phase 2
It involves the submission of your original passport and latest passport photographs. At Blinkvisa, we provide China Visa for Indians or rather Indian passport holders. Thus, if you are residing in Bangalore, you may either walk-in to our office or simply schedule an appointment for our visa assistants to collect the essential documents from your home.
For residents of other Indian cities, we recommend you to send in your documents after successful registration for China visa.
Also, read China Visa Application Process
What are the Chinese Visa Requirements?
Apart from the original passport and two passport-sized photographs, the following are the essential requirements,
- Travel itinerary*
- Confirmed round-trip tickets
- Proof of confirmed accommodation
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Additional documents:
- The original leave sanction certificate from your company (if employed)
- Pension payment certificate or six months’ bank statement as applicable
- In the case of student applicants – student id card along with bonafide certificates
- Copy of birth certificate in the case of infants and minors
- NOC letter from parents when the child is travelling alone
- When accompanied by a single parent, NOC from the non-accompanying parent
While this may apply for China tourist visa, additional requirements may apply based on the type of visa category. For the complete information on the specific category visa required documents refer to China Visa Requirements.
China Visa FAQs
1. Do Indians residing in Hong Kong or Macau need a visa to China?
Hong Kong residents with a valid Hong Kong id card may apply for single-multiple entry 6 or 12 months visa. Non-permanent Macau residents may apply for a 6-months (validity) multiple-entry visa while the permanent residents may apply for a 12-months (validity) multiple-entry visa.
2. Is there a China visa on arrival?
Presently, there is no China visa on arrival. Nevertheless, it is granted in the case of emergencies only if;
- you have an invitation letter issued by a government-approved sponsor or Chinese authorities
- or have a confirmation from immigration authorities that the visa will be issued on arrival
- when you have a government-approved sponsor meeting you at the airport
3. Where can I submit my duly filled China visa application form?
In India, there are three China Visa Application Centres in Mumbai, Kolkata, and New Delhi. However, these visa application centres courier your passport to either of the Chinese Embassies located in Mumbai and New Delhi.
At Blinkvisa, we ensure the safekeeping of your passports. Thus, your Chinese visa is delivered to your doorstep.
