China visa requirements checker for Indians

Check the current China visa route, entry type and travel requirements for Indian passport holders travelling for tourism. Verified values are shown where available.

China visa requirements for Indian passport holders

L Tourist Visa · Single-entry L visa: Rs 2,900 (reduced visa fee for Indian passport holders, extended until 31 December 2026). Express Rs 1,800 / urgent Rs 2,700 per application extra · As granted on the visa

Visa route for Indian passport holders: L Tourist Visa
Entry type: Sticker visa
Government fee: Single-entry L visa: Rs 2,900 (reduced visa fee for Indian passport holders, extended until 31 December 2026). Express Rs 1,800 / urgent Rs 2,700 per application extra; Visa Centre service charges extra.
Processing time: Usually 4 working days (regular), 3 working days (express)
Maximum stay: Set by the 'Duration of Each Stay' printed on your visa: the maximum number of days you may stay in China after each entry. The visa officer decides what is issued; about 30 days per entry is typical, and some visas are issued for 60. To stay longer, apply to the local public security authorities before the permitted stay ends.
Visa validity: As granted on the visa
Passport validity required: 6 months
How you apply: Offline via Embassy

What to know before you travel

Passport validity: at least 6 months.
This route allows single entry.
Entry rules can change at short notice — last verified 2026-10-12 against Embassy of the People's Republic of China in India.

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in India · Last verified 2026-10-28. Entry rules can change at short notice, so check the official source before you book non-refundable travel.

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