CHINA TOURIST & BUSINESS VISA 2026: DOCUMENT CHECKLIST, APPLICATION PROCESS & FEES

Saturday, 04/07/26

China is one of the most attractive destinations in Asia, attracting millions of tourists and business travelers each year with its rich cultural heritage, world-famous landmarks, and dynamic economy. Foreign nationals planning to visit China for tourism, business, or work purposes are generally required to obtain the appropriate visa based on their purpose of entry. Among the various visa categories, the China Tourist Visa (L) and China Business Visa (M) are the two most commonly requested visa types.

In 2026, the latest China Visa Update includes several changes to China Visa Requirements, application procedures, required China Visa Documents, China visa processing time, and China visa fee policies. Therefore, applicants are strongly advised to stay informed of the latest regulations to ensure a smooth and successful visa application process.

In this article, Visa5s.com provides a comprehensive guide to the China Tourist Visa and China Business Visa, including how to apply for a China tourist visa, visa eligibility requirements, required documents, application procedures, processing times, visa fees, and other important information you should know before applying for a China visa in 2026.

UNDERSTANDING ABOUT CHINA TOURIST VISA AND BUSINESS VISA APPLYING FROM VIET NAM

GENERAL INFORMATION	BUSINESS CHINESE VISA	TOURIST CHINESE VISA
Who should apply?	Foreign nationals who plan to visit China for: Tourism Sightseeing Leisure travel Visiting friends and relatives	Foreign nationals traveling to China for: Commercial and trade-related activities For example: attending business meetings, negotiating contracts, participating in exhibitions, conducting market research, or exploring business opportunities.
Symbol	M	L
Visa period	03 months, 06 months, 01 year	03 months only
Maximum length of stay	30 days	30 days
Number of entry	Single, double or multiple	Single only
Eligibility for multiple-entry visa	3-Month Double Entry: Minimum of 2 previous 3-month Single Entry visas (within the last 1 year) 6-Month Multiple Entry: Minimum of 2 previous 3-month Double Entry visas (within the last 2 years) 1-Year Multiple Entry: Minimum of 2 previous 6-month Multiple Entry visas (within the last 2 years)	Not applicable
Required documents	Must have Invitation documents from the inviter company in China	No need invitation documents

DOCUMENT CHECKLIST FOR CHINA TOURIST AND BUSINESS VISA 2026

TYPE OF DOCUMENTS	LIST OF DOCUMENTS FOR CHINESE VISA APPLICATION
GENERAL DOCUMENTS FOR BOTH CHINESE TOURIST & BUSINESS VISA	1. Passport valid for at least 6 months, with 2 or more blank visa pages
	2. Two 4 x 6cm photos with white background taken within the last 6 months
	3. Chinese Visa application form
	4. Previously issued China Visa (if any)
	5. Vietnam Visa/ Evisa/ TRC and Vietnam Latest Entry stamp
	6. Vietnam Work permit (if any)
REQUIRED DOCUMENT FOR CHINESE TOURIST VISA	7.1. If you are business Owners: Business registration certificate 7.2. If you are employees: Application for leave & Confirmation of employee
	8. Air ticket reservation
	9. Hotel reservation
	10. Travel itinerary
REQUIRED DOCUMENT FOR CHINESE BUSINESS VISA	11. Invitation letter
	12. Business Registration Certificate of China company
	13.1. If you are business Owners: Business registration certificate 13.2. If you are employees: Decision on business trip

STEP-BY-STEP CHINA TOURIST AND BUSINESS VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

PROCESS	PROCESSING TIME	REQUIRED ACTION FOR EACH STEP OF CHINESE VISA PROCEDURE
Step 1: Online submission	05 – 07 working days	Complete the online form and receive confirmation Visit the official website of the Chinese Visa Application Service Center: www.visaforchina.cn Create or log into your account. Fill out the visa application form online and upload all required documents. Wait for your application to be reviewed online. Once the status shows “Online review completed”, you will receive a confirmation email. Print out the confirmation email and bring it with you to the visa center. 📌 Important note: Please ensure that all information and documents are complete and accurate. If additional information is requested, the processing time may restart.
Step 2: In-person submission at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center	08 – 10 working days	Submit passport and supporting documents at Chinese Visa Application Service Center After receiving the confirmation email, go to the visa center to submit your passport and original supporting documents. No appointment is required for this step. Make sure to bring the printed confirmation email showing your online application has been reviewed.
Step 3: China Visa Collection	30 – 60 minutes	Collect your passport at the Visa Application Center on the scheduled collection date. Pay the USD visa fee, if required. Check all visa information carefully upon collection.

UPDATED CHINA VISA FEES AND PAYMENT INFORMATION 2026

The China visa fees listed below are based on the latest information published by the Chinese Embassy and the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in Vietnam. Please note that visa fees may be revised by the relevant authorities at any time. Although we regularly update this guide, applicants should always refer to the latest official announcements before submitting their visa application.

Applicants are required to pay two separate fees when applying for a China tourist or business visa:

Chinese Visa Application Service Fee (CVASC Fee)

All applicants are required to pay an application service fee of VND 725,000 to the Chinese Visa Application Service Center, regardless of visa type or nationality.
Payment method: Cash (Vietnam Dong) at the Visa Application Service Center
Important note: This service fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether the visa application is approved or refused.

China Visa Fee

Applicants must pay the visa fee according to their nationality and the type of visa granted. Please refer to the fee schedule below for detailed visa charges.
Payment method: Cash in U.S. Dollars (USD), as required by the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General: Please bring U.S. dollar banknotes issued in 2013 or later. Old-series, torn, damaged, or marked banknotes will not be accepted.

NATIONALITY	NUMBER OF ENTRY	CHINESE VISA FEE
All nationalities (except US citizens, Canadian, Brazilian, Argentina)	Single entry	23 USD
	Double entry	34 USD
	06 months multiple entry	45 USD
	01 year multiple entry	68 USD
US citizens	All for all Chinese visa period	139 USD
Canadian		60 USD
Brazilian		105 USD
Argentina		113 USD

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