Visa requirements

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for UK?

Yes — embassy visa
Embassy visa required

Yes. Chinese citizens must obtain a visa from a UK embassy or consulate before travelling for up to 6 months.

Max stay
6 months
Fee
GBP £115
Processing
3 weeks
What you need
  • Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages)
  • Bank statements (3-6 months)
  • Travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings
  • Return ticket
  • Passport photo
  • Travel insurance
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Chinese visa requirements elsewhere
Chinese → Japan Chinese → Thailand Chinese → France Chinese → Italy Chinese → Spain Chinese → Turkey Chinese → Indonesia Chinese → Mexico Chinese → Portugal Chinese → Greece
Who needs a visa for UK?
American citizens Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official UK embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.