CHINA

Great Wall of China, Beijing
Forbidden City, Beijing, China
Shanghai Bund Skyline, China
Guilin & Li River, China
Great Wall of China, Beijing

China Tourist Visa (L Visa)

  • CVASC Online Form Completion
  • Photo Format & Dimension Verification
  • CVASC Submission Appointment Slot
  • Financial Evidence & Itinerary Audit
  • End-to-End Application Guidance
Visa TypeSticker-visa
Length of StayUp to 30-90 Days
Processing Time1–2 Weeks
EntrySingle / Double

CHINA VISA PROCESS

The verified steps to obtain your China Tourist L Visa through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center.

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PURPOSE

TOURISM (L VISA)

Determine your travel category. The China 'L' Visa is specifically designed for international tourists visiting China for sightseeing, leisure, or family visits.

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APPLICATION

ONLINE FORM

Complete the official electronic visa application form on the CVASC portal. Ensure all personal, occupational, and travel history details match your passport.

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SUBMISSION

PHYSICAL LODGEMENT

Attend your scheduled appointment at the CVASC centre (New Delhi, Mumbai, or Kolkata) to submit original passports, signed forms, and biometric data.

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DECISION

PASSPORT STAMP
CHINAGRANTED

The Chinese Embassy reviews the application (typically within 4–7 working days). Collect your passport containing the official Chinese visa foil.

FROM APPLICATION TO APPROVAL

Every step handled. Every detail reviewed.

Tap steps below to explore application stages.

We review your travel dates, planned Chinese cities, accommodation arrangements, and previous Chinese travel records to determine the correct entry category.

Required Documents

As per China Immigration

ORIGINAL PASSPORT (VALID FOR MINIMUM 6 MONTHS WITH AT LEAST 2 BLANK VISA PAGES)
COPY OF PASSPORT BIO DATA PAGES & ALL PREVIOUS CHINESE VISAS (IF ANY)
PRINTED CVASC ONLINE APPLICATION FORM & SIGNED CONFIRMATION PAGE
TWO RECENT COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS (33X48MM, WHITE BACKGROUND, 70-80% FACE, BARE HEAD)
CONFIRMED ROUND-TRIP AIR TICKET BOOKINGS & HOTEL RESERVATIONS
PERSONAL BANK STATEMENTS (LAST 6 MONTHS WITH OFFICIAL BANK SEAL & STAMP)
INCOME TAX RETURNS (ITR-V FOR LAST 2 ASSESSMENT YEARS)
EMPLOYMENT LEAVE SANCTION NOC LETTER / BUSINESS REGISTRATION GST COPY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick verified answers about the China visitor visa application process.

Standard processing at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) typically takes 4 to 7 working days once submitted at the center. Express service is also available for an additional fee.

No. The Embassy and CVASC do not accept postal submissions. Applications and passports must be submitted in person or by an authorized representative at a CVASC centre (New Delhi, Mumbai, or Kolkata).

A standard single-entry tourist visa typically grants a stay of 30 days per visit, valid for entry within 3 months from the date of issue.

Photos must be 33mm wide by 48mm high, taken within the last 6 months against a pure white background, with full front view, bare head, and neutral expression.