Visa requirements

Do Indian citizens need a visa for China?

Yes — embassy visa
Embassy visa required

Yes. Indian citizens must obtain a visa from a China embassy or consulate before travelling for up to 30 days.

Max stay
30 days
Fee
USD $140
Processing
4 business days
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
Apply at Chinese embassy
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Plan this trip
Indian visa requirements elsewhere
Indian → Japan Indian → Thailand Indian → France Indian → Italy Indian → Spain Indian → Turkey Indian → Indonesia Indian → Mexico Indian → Portugal Indian → Greece
Who needs a visa for China?
American citizens Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese 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 China embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.