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How Much Is a Chinese Visa? Fees by Nationality
Notice on Latest Visa and Entry Policies for Foreigners Entering China - Updated on August 7, 2025:
1. China has launched a 30 Days Visa-free Policy for following eligible countries, including European nations - Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, and Russia. In Oceania, Australia and New Zealand are listed, while in Asia, South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain are included. Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay in South America are also eligible. China will continue to extend its visa-free policy for Italy.
2. 240-Hour Visa Free Transit (10 days) has been launched. As of September 2026 it covers 57 eligible countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Indonesia — through 65 designated ports across 24 provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities (source: China National Immigration Administration). Eligible travelers can now travel across provinces, for example traveling from Beijing to Xian, then to Shanghai. Mohan Railway Port at China-Laos border can be used to enter/leave Yunnan. Hong Kong High-speed Rail West Kowloon Station has been added to Guangdong Province 240-hour transit visa-free.
3. As of now, China has established full visa exemption agreements with 28 countries, including Asian countries: Thailand, Singapore, Maldives, Kazakhstan, the UAE, Qatar, Armenia, Georgia, Brunei, Malaysia; European countries: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, San Marino; African countries: Mauritius, Seychelles; Oceania countries: Fiji, Tonga, Solomon Islands; North American countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Ecuador, Grenada, Bahamas; South American country: Suriname.
4. Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province is 6 days visa-free for tour groups (at least two persons) from ASEAN countries.
5. Booking of flights and hotels, China itineraries and invitation letters are not required for application of Chinese Tourist Visa for U.S.nationals.
6. Appointment is not required for visa application in many embassies and consulates.
WeTrip will keep focusing on the updates of the latest Chinese visa and entry policy! You can also call +86 010 12367 (Official telephone number of China National Immigration Administration) to check further information.
A Chinese tourist visa costs US$185 for US citizens regardless of how many entries you ask for, about Can$100 for Canadians on a single entry, £85 for UK citizens, and from US$30 for Australians and most other nationalities. Expedited processing, the application service centre’s own handling charge and courier return each add to that. Fees are set by the embassy or consulate handling your file and change without notice, so confirm the current figure before you pay.
Before you pay anything, check whether you need a visa at all: China’s 30-day visa-free entry now covers Canadian, Australian and UK passport holders, though not US ones. If you do need to apply, our China visa application guide covers the forms and the appointment, and the invitation letter guide explains the supporting document most applicants are asked about. Official fee schedules are published by the Chinese Embassy in the United States and by each embassy or consulate for its own jurisdiction. Figures on this page are for guidance as of September 2026.
How Much A Chinese Visa Cost - China Visa Application Fee
The Chinese Visa Application Fee is charged by Chinese Embassy or Consulate General at a local currency rate, including visa processing of regular, express and rush services. Whether you apply for China Visa from visa section/office of Chinese Embassy and Consulate, at China Visa Application Center in the residing country or at port of entry upon arrival in China, each applicants have to pay certain amount of visa fees. Chinese visa fee is largely different for different nationals, application for visa types (entry visa before departure or visa on arrival), number of entries and duration of stay.
China Visa Application Fees for Different Nationalities
| Nationality | Number of Entries | Regular Application | Express Application | Rush Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Citizens | Single Entry Double Entries Multiple Entries for 6 Months Multiple Entries for 1 Year & above | US$185 | US$210 | - |
| UK Citizens | £85 | £104 | - | |
| Canada Citizens | Can$100 | Can$135 | Can$150 | |
| Others Citizens (Australian, Indian...) | Single Entry | US$30 | US$55 | US$67 |
| Double Entries | US$45 | US$70 | US$82 | |
| Mutiple Entries for 6 Months | US$60 | US$85 | US$97 | |
| Mutiple Entries for 1 Year & above | US$90 | US$115 | US$127 |
Attention: ①. Submission to Chinese Embassy or Consulate: visa fee only. ②. Submission to Service Center: visa fee + service fee. ③. Visa fees of China Tourist Visa (L Visa), Business Visa (M Visa) and common types costs the same. ④. Application service fee is charged by CVASC at local currency rate. ⑤ The visa fees are listed from official websites for reference only, fees for long time and the third countries may vary from the fees above, are subject to change and explain by the Chinese Embassy or the Consulate General. You should check from official authority for updated fees.
Regular China Visa Fees (for China's mainland)
● US Passport Holders: $185 (USD) for all types of visas and single/double/multiple entry visa to China;
● Canadian Passport Holders: $100 (CAD) for all types of visas and single/double/multiple entry visa to China;
● UK Passport Holders: £85 for all visa types, £170 for 5-year Multiple Entries, £255 for 10-year Multiple Entries;
● Indian Passport Holders: Single Entry: Rs3900, Double Entry: Rs5850, Multiple Entries for 6 Months: Rs7800, Multiple Entries for 1 Year and above: Rs11700, Group Visa: Rs2400 per person;
● Third Country Passport Holders: Single Entry: US$30, Double Entry: $45, Multiple Entries for 6 Months: $60, Multiple Entries for 1 Year and above: $90.
Visa Fees for Special Visa Types
● Group Visa: $40 per visa for all citizens, and about $110 for US Citizens applying as group tourists.
● 10 Year China Visa: £255 for British, $180 for American, ARS 2400 for Argentine, NIS 100 for Israel.
So far, the 10 year long-term China Visa is only apply to nationals from US, UK, Canada, Argentina and Israel.
● China Visa on Arrival (Port Visa): 168 RMB for most citizens, about 314 RMB for UK Passport Holders.
The China Landing Visa Fee differs from nationalities and is charged by the port exit & entry office in local Chinese currency, Renminbi (RMB). US and French Passport Holders are not eligible for China Port Visa, except for certain visa-free cases. Contact us to check if you can apply for China Entry Visa upon arrival.
Extra Charges for Expedited Service
Normally, it takes about 4 business days to finish processing the visa application in Regular Service Application. If you want to get a urgent Chinese visa fast and quickly, you can pay to accelerate the processing of the visa. Additional processing service fee will be taken by the Chinese Embassy and Consulate General accordingly. Express Application Service needs extra $25 and Rush Application Service costs $37.
Processing Time & Pick-up Date
* Regular Service: 4 working days, a normal standard
* Express Service: 2~3 working days, can be collected on the 2~3rd working day
* Rush Service: 1 working day, can be collected in the same day (must submit before 12:00pm) or next day
Note: 1.) Mail Application in Australia can NOT use rush service. It usually takes about 10 working days to process the mail application. 2.) Extra processing time will be needed, if the visa officer require the applicants to submit supplementary documents, or an interview. 3.) Express or Rush Service is not valid in some countries.
Visa Fee for Hong Kong, Macau
Hong Kong and Macau Visa Fees
An Chinese Visa is only valid for visiting China's mainland, while Hong Kong and Macau SARs own separate visa regulations. Nationals from 170 countries are exempted from visa to Hong Kong, and citizens of 79 countries can travel to Macau visa free, within certain duration of stay. Other visitors are required to apply for a entry visa/permit to travel or transit in the two regions in China. (Check Hong Kong / Macua Visa Waiver policy to find out if you need a visa or not.)
Hong Kong & Macau Visa Application Requirements for Different Nationalities
| Nationality | Hong Kong Visa Required or Not | Permitted Duration of Stay | Macau Visa Required or Not | Permitted Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Citizens | Visa Free | 90 days | Visa Free | 30 days |
| UK Citizens | Visa Free | 180 days | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Canadian Citizens | Visa Free | 90 days | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Australian Citizens | Visa Free | 90 days | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Indian Citizens | Visa Free (Online Pre-arrival Regiatration is Required) | 14 days | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Pakistan Citizens | Visa Required | Based on Application | Visa Required | Based on Application |
Hong Kong & Macau SAR Visa Fees: 1.) Visitors who enjoying visa-free treatment still have to apply for a Hong Kong or Macau Visa, if you plan to visit Hong Hong for other purposes, or want to stay stay longer beyond the visa-free visiting time. 2.) Hong Kong and Macau Application Fees: $30 for Regular Service, additional $20 for Express Service, additional $30 for Rush Service and additional $20 for Communication Fee to local Immigration Department.
Processing Time depends on where you submit application. Postal application to Macau Immigration Department takes at least 3 weeks, while submission to Chinese Embassy or Consulate General takes 5 working days (for regular service), 3 working days for Express Service and 1~2 working days for rush service.
How to Pay China Visa Fee - Acceptable Way of Payment
1. Submission to China Visa Application Service Center: cash, debit card, credit card (must be Visa or Master Card) and company check.
Those methods of payment apply to Canada, UK, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and qualified passport holders. Mail application in Australia must be paid by debit card or credit card, and a Payment Authorization Form is required to be completed and posted to the service center. Money order, or check is not accepted for a postal application.
2. Submission to (Visa Office of) Chinese Embassy or Consulate General: credit card (Visa or Mastercard only), money order, cashier's check or company check. Chinese Embassy or Consulate will not accept cash, personal check or online payment, credit card other than a Visa or Master card.
Note: Please check carefully to make sure your money/check order with the exact and right amount of fees.
Other Useful Tips about China Visa Fees
1. Extra service fee will be charged, if you submit application to China Visa Application Service Center. Applicants using Express/Rush Service and postal service also have to pay additional fees.
2. China Visa Extension costs 160 RMB for most nationals, and the extension fee is different for each nationality. The fee is collected by Foreign Affairs of the local Public Security Authority.
3. You are requested to pay before submission if you apply for a Hong Kong/Macau SAR Visa. After you submit application at the visa center, you need to pay before leave. Applicants can pay upon collection if submit application at visa office of Chinese Embassy & Consulate General, or on arrival/landing.
4. Your payment doesn't guarantee your visa application will be approved. The Visa application fee is not refundable if denied.
How to Get a Visa for China - Chinese Visa Application Guide
❶ Find out what kind of visa you need
Read different types of Chinese Visa to figure out which kind of visa you should apply for. Determine if you are suitable applicants for each visa type, by judging your purpose of visiting is for travel, business, work, transit, family reunion and etc or not. China Tourist Visa (L Visa) is for visitor going to China for tourism, F Visa is for exchanges, study tour, Business Visa (M Visa) is for commercial and trade, Student Visa (X Visa) is for studying in China.
❷ Apply for a Chinese Visa
According to various visa policy, applicants meet relevant requirements can submit China Visa application at Chinese Embassy, Diplomatic and Consular Missions or special ports of entry. You need to prepare and submit your valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and blank pages, copy of passport's first page, completed visa application form pasted with 2 recent photos (color photo with white background, taken within past 6 months, size: 48mmx33mm), sufficient visa fee and service charge and other supporting documents.
❸ Collect & check your China visa
The processing time differs from visa types. Normally, it takes about 4 to 5 business days for applicant to get a China Visa, and the accurate collection date will be noted on the pick-up slip. If you submit China Tourist Visa (L Visa) on Monday, you can pick up on Thursday. Check carefully the visa type, duration of stay, number of entries if they are issued correctly or not, after getting your passport back. Double check the validity when you plan to enter China, otherwise you will be denied entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Chinese tourist visa for a US citizen?
US$185, and that is a flat fee whether you apply for single entry, double entry or a multiple-entry visa. Expedited processing and the application service centre handling charge are extra. Confirm the current figure with the Chinese Embassy in the United States before you pay.
How much is a Chinese visa for Canadians and Australians?
Roughly Can$100 for a Canadian single-entry visa, rising for double and multiple entry. Australians fall under the general schedule, which starts at about US$30 for single entry and about US$90 for a multiple-entry visa valid a year or more. Note that Canadian and Australian passport holders may not need a visa at all under China’s 30-day visa-free policy.
What extra costs are there beyond the visa fee itself?
Three common ones. Expedited service costs more than regular processing. If you file through a China Visa Application Service Centre rather than directly at an embassy, that centre charges its own service fee in local currency. And if you want your passport posted back, you pay return courier. Filing directly at an embassy or consulate means the visa fee only.
How do I pay the Chinese visa fee?
Payment method depends on where you file, and each embassy, consulate and service centre sets its own accepted methods. Check the payment page for the office handling your application before you attend, because a rejected payment method means a wasted appointment.
Do I have to pay for a visa if I qualify for visa-free entry?
No. If your nationality is covered by China’s 30-day unilateral visa-free policy, or you meet the conditions for the 240-hour visa-free transit, there is no visa and no fee. As of September 2026 that includes Canadian, Australian and UK passport holders for the 30-day policy, but not US passport holders, who still need to apply and pay.
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