China Tourist Visa Requirements & Application Process

China Tourist (L) Visa: What You Need

From the Great Wall to Shanghai's skyline, China is a major draw for Indian travelers — and its tourist visa process rewards careful, complete paperwork.

Required Documents

• Passport valid for at least 6 months
• Completed visa application form
• Recent passport photograph meeting China's specific photo standards
• Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary
• Hotel bookings for the full length of stay
• Invitation letter, if visiting friends, family, or for business-linked travel

Common Rejection Triggers

Photo specifications that don't meet China's exact requirements, and itineraries that don't match flight or hotel bookings, are the most frequent reasons applications get sent back for correction.

Processing Time

Standard processing typically takes a few business days once documents are submitted correctly — express options may be available for time-sensitive travel.

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