Travelling to China

What China asks of visitors, what it costs, and how long it takes.

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Visas and permits for China

1 on file. Open one for the documents, fees and processing time.

Tourist Visa (L Visa)
Apply at Chinese Embassy or CVASC.
65 USD
Apply at an embassy

Good to know

Practical facts worth having before you land.

Capital
Beijing
Currency
CNY
Official language
Mandarin
Dialling code
+86
Time zone
UTC+8
Emergency number
110
Region
Asia

Where to apply

China's missions abroad. Apply at the one covering where you live, not necessarily the nearest.

Chinese Embassy Islamabad
Islamabad · Diplomatic Enclave, Ramna 4, Islamabad
Website
Chinese Consulate General Karachi
Karachi · China Consulate, Plot CT/1, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi
Chinese Consulate General Lahore
Lahore · 18-A, Ali Block, New Garden Town, Lahore

Visa rules change without notice. Confirm with China's embassy or official visa portal before you book. EzVisa is information, not legal advice.