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China Tourist Visa Application Requirements (L Visa)

China Tourist visa is issued to those who intend to go to China for touring, sightseeing or visiting friends. It is usually issued for up to 60 days stay per visit and multiple entry valid up to 10 years for US passport holder, while it is usually issued up to 60 days stay per visit but only for single or double entry valid for 3 or 6 months for non-US passport holder. 10 years visa is not guaranteed. Chinese Consulate may issue you a visa with limited entry, shorter duration and validity at their discretion. In order to apply for China Tourist Visa, please prepare and send in your application according to the detail requirement explained below.

Please prepare all required items below accordingly:

1 Actual passport, plus a photocopy of the name page
2 Proof of Residence
A photocopy of the driver's license or major utility bill with your name and address is required.
3 One recent passport-type photograph
4 Fill out China Online Visa Application Form (COVA) online
5 Submit the Visa Service Request Form Online
6 Payment for visa processing, service and shipping
Chose A
Service Level
Time needed
All Fees
Review and Prepare
Consular Processing
Embassy Fee
Service Fee
Price Regular Pre-check Only Service
5-10 days
N/A
N/A
From $149*
Price Express Pre-check Only Service
2-5 days
N/A
N/A
From $259*
Price Regular Service (Pre-check+Submission)
5-10 days
2 - 3 Weeks*
$140
From $249*
Price Express Service (Pre-check+Submission)
2-5 days
8-10 days
$165
From $349*
Price Rush Service (Pre-check+Submission)
1-3 days
4-6 days
$165
From $449*
Remarks:
7 Where You Stay Form
8 Photocopy of Your Previous Chinese Visa
A Additional requirement based on jurisdiction
  • Although the requirement for Chinese visa largely remains the same across different Chinese Consulates, there are some special rules pertaining to each different Consulate. Click here to see if there is additional requirement for your jurisdiction.
B Additional requirement for Chinese descendants
Pre-check Available Pre-check by email before mailing