Get a China Visa for Indians at Rs. 9,000

Here's the fastest and easiest way to get a tourist visa to China! Apply for your China visa at just Rs 9,000. Follow our simple application process and get your visa in 30 working days.

For China visa assistance, call us at 022 4164 2214 or fill in your details.

China Visa Fees

30 days Tourist Visa

Rs 11,199*

Jurisdiction: Mumbai
Single entry
Consulate fees
Service charges
All taxes

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30 days Tourist Visa

Rs 11,699*

Jurisdiction: Delhi
Single entry
Consulate fees
Service charges
All taxes

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Note:

We do not provide a Chinese work visa.
The document checklist remains the same. However, at this stage, all documents must be scanned and submitted online. Physical (original) documents will only be required later if the Consulate grants a positive decision for visa stamping.
VFS and Musafir service charges are non-refundable, as these fees must be paid in advance.
The visa fee can be paid later, at the time of physical submission of the passport and documents.

Documents for China Visa application

Standard application

Original passport and old passports, if any
The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return in India, with a minimum of two blank pages
Confirmed return air tickets (Ex - Mumbai / Ex- Delhi only)
Day-wise itinerary of your stay in China
Visa application form duly filled and signed manually
2 recent passport-size colour photographs taken against a white background with matte-finish without specs and sunglasses (size 48 mm x 33 mm and 80% face close-up)
Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and not used in any of the previous visas.
Covering letter mentioning details of travel, details of the traveller, purpose of visit and duration of stay. The letter should be duly signed by the authorised signatory with a company stamp and addressed to the ‘Consulate General Of China, Mumbai or New Delhi as per the jurisdiction.
Original bank statements reflecting transactions of the last 6 months with a minimum balance of Rs 1,60,000 per traveller, duly attested and signed by a bank official on every pages
Hotel confirmation details on hotel letter head with hotel seal and sign
Day to day travel itinerary
If your passport has not been issued by Maharashtra or Karnataka, and you have submitted your application from Mumbai, one of the following documents will be required (Any 2)
- Valid Register Lease and License Agreement
- Valid Register Rent Agreement
- Letter from company mentioning address Allotment Letter need authorize person name, signature, designation and company stamp.
- Telephone / Electricity bill of last month
- Original society letter with mention authorize person name, signature, designation and Society Stamp.
Apart from the above-mentioned documents, the applicant might have to submit additional documents as and when requested by the Consulate

China Business Visa application

Covering letter from the company in India
Documents of the commercial activity issued by a trade partner in China, or a trade fair invitation. The invitation letter should contain:
- Information of the applicant - name, gender and date of birth
- Details such as purpose of visit, travel dates, and financial documents
- Details of the invitee - name, contact number, address and business documents

Additional documents

If the applicant is employed:

Salary slips for the last 6 months
Original leave letter from employer on company letter head with authorized person name, sing, designation and company seal must.

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed:

Covering letter on the company letter head and financial documents

If the applicant has a Friend / Family in China:

If you intend to stay with relatives or friends, invitation letter and and photocopies of their relatives' Residence Permits in China.

If the applicant is a Student:

He / She to provide the leave sanction letter from the School / Collage letterhead need authorize person name, signature, designation and stamp. School / Collage ID copy must.

If the applicant passport is damaged:

Need to provide a letter on Personal OR Company Letterhead we are not responsible any further damage, reimbursement and claims in relation to the passport to Consulate General Of China Or China Vfs Global Pvt. Ltd.

Note:

Download the visa form
If the applicant's place of collection and dropping off documents is within Mumbai, an additional courier fee of Rs 700 will be applicable. If the applicant's place for dropping off documents is other than Mumbai, an additional courier fee of Rs 800 will be applicable on the China tourist visa fees.

China visa process

The visa application must first be submitted online along with all required documents.
The Chinese Consulate will review the documents and issue a decision.
Once approval is received, the passports and supporting documents must be physically submitted at the VFS centre.
VFS will process the visa stamping on the passport.
The stamped passport will then be couriered back to the passenger.

China visa processing time

The China visa processing time is currently longer due to recent procedural changes.
The Consulate thoroughly reviews all documents, and the decision-making process may take up to 15 working days.
After approval, submitting the passport to VFS for stamping takes approximately 15 working days.

China Visa FAQ

General

Have queries related to your China visa?
Look no further! Musafir.com provides China visa assistance in Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, Lucknow etc.
I am an Indian citizen; can I apply for a Chinese visa at the port of entry?
No. Indian citizens are not eligible for visa on arrival in China. They must obtain a visa before arrival in China.
Can I change the validity of my visa after my application is accepted?
No, if your visa is approved, then no changes will be possible. The visa will have to be voided by the visa office and a new application for the visa has to be submitted. In case you are already in China and you have made changes in your plan, you’ll have to apply to the Public Security Bureau for change in the visa type or extension. Your application will be considered by the Public Security Bureau in accordance with relevant Chinese Laws and Regulations.
I have got a new passport, but I have a valid Chinese visa in my old passport. Can I travel with both passports to China without applying for a new visa?
Yes, you may travel with both passports provided that your visa is still valid and the personal details including your name, sex, date of birth and nationality on both passports are exactly the same.
Does having a valid China visa guarantee my entry in China?
A visa is not a guarantee to enter China. The decision on whether or not you will be allowed to enter China is made at a port of entry by Chinese Border Control authority in accordance with Chinese Laws and Regulations.
Why I was granted a different type of visa instead of what I applied for?
The consular officers will determine whether or not to grant a visa and its category, validity and permitted duration of stay. The decision is final unless there is an technical error on the visa.
How do I read and understand my China visa?

’Entries’ refers to the number of times you are permitted to enter China. It can be single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry and good through the validity of your visa.
‘Enter Before’ refers to the validity of a visa.
Duration of Each Stay is the maximum number of days you are allowed to stay in China on each entry, calculated from the date of entry into China.

Submission and Collection

Do I need to schedule an appointment for visa application?
No, you may visit the Visa office anytime during business hours unless otherwise required by a consular officer.
How long does it take to process my application? What is the right time to submit my visa application?
Generally, it takes 8 working days to process a visa application, although some applications may take longer. It is advised that you submit your visa application at least a month before your travel date
Do you provide express visa service?
Yes, it can be availed at an additional cost. Please note that not all applications can be expedited as some requires longer processing time.

China Visa Application Documents

I will be travelling to China on company business and also to meet few of my friends in China. What type of visa is should I apply for?
If you travel to China on multiple purposes, you may submit your application based on your main purpose and provide supporting documents accordingly.

Other

What should I do if I lose my passport during my stay in China?
You should report the loss to Public Security Bureau as soon as possible and go to your country's embassy or consulate in China to apply for a replacement passport or travel document. Post that, you must go to the Public Security Bureau to apply for a new entry and exit visa.
How do I extend the validity of my visa, if I am already in China and need to increase my duration of stay in China?
You must apply for an extension of visa from the Public Security Bureau in China.
I have a China visa, but I am also planning to visit Hong Kong, Macau and other Chinese cities as a tourist. Can I travel with my China visa?
No, if you are an Indian citizen, you will have to apply for a separate visa to enter Hong Kong, Macau and other regions. If you are US citizen, then you can visit these regions without a different visa.

Why choose Musafir for China Visa

Musafir.com has been a part of more than one million travel dreams. Our personalised services make your travel experience simple and hassle-free. Here's a quick walk-through of the visa application process.

Chinese Diplomatic Representation

Consulate Contact Details
New Delhi
Chinese Visa Application Service Centre
Second Floor,
Southern Park,
D-2, Saket District Center,
Behind IFFCO Sadan,
New Delhi-110017
Phone: 011-41095601/41095602

Mumbai
Consulate General Of China, Mumbai
Nariman Bhavan, 11th Floor,
Barrister Rajni Patel Marg,
Nariman Point,
Mumbai 400021.
Phone: 022 6632 4303

Disclaimer

All the applicants should fill the visa application form with great precision and accuracy with the aforementioned documents.
The normal China tourist visa can be processed within 30 working days, but for an express visa, you’ll be charged extra.
If the information provided by the applicants is incorrect and the application forms are not complete, the visa will be denied.
Proof of finances and the covering letter issued by the company of the applicant or bank statement should be provided.
The documents should be provided in their original form.

To know more, call our travel expert at 022 4164 2214 or email us at easyvisa@in.musafir.com

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Author - Sushant Mahajan

Last Updated :16-Feb-2026

Musafir.com - Customer Reviews

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