Q&A

Can I get a Chinese visa in Hong Kong?

Can I get a Chinese visa in Hong Kong?

It is possible to get a China visa in Hong Kong. A Chinese visa is not needed by most visitors to enter Hong Kong. If you want to visit Mainland China after your stay in Hong Kong, you need to apply for a Chinese visa. You can spend up to 72 hours or 144 hours in China without a visa if you meet the requirements.

Do you need a visa to go to China from Hong Kong?

All visitors to Hong Kong must have a passport that is valid for at least one month to six months (depending on nationality) after the period of their intended stay in Hong Kong. If you want to travel from Hong Kong to China mainland, you may need to apply for a China visa.

Is Hong Kong issuing visas?

Visit Visa/Entry Permit Requirements and Applications Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may visit Hong Kong visa-free for a period ranging from 7 days to 180 days. Check this webpage to learn whether you need a visa or entry permit to enter Hong Kong for a visit or transit.

Can I apply China visa from another country?

Can you apply for a Chinese visa in another country? While it is possible to apply for Chinese visa outside home country, you may run into more difficulties compared with applying from your own country. Some consular offices do not accept applications from temporary visitors in the country concerned.

Can I go to China without visa?

An ordinary passport holder visits China for the purpose of study, work, permanent residency, official visits or news coverage. Permit holders may stay in China and enter or exit China multiple times without the need of a visa during the validity period of the permit.

How can I get China visa now?

For China Tourist Visa

  1. Passport with at least 6 months validity (Old passport if any)
  2. Duly filled visa application form.
  3. 2 passport size photographs.
  4. Personal covering letter (For employed – Plain paper/ For Self-employed – Company letterhead)
  5. Updated bank statement.
  6. Income Tax returns/ Form 16 for last 3 years.

What countries can enter China visa free?

A foreign citizen can enter China without a visa under any one of the following circumstances:

  • Direct Transit.
  • Visiting the Pearl River Delta or Hainan Island.
  • Citizens of Singapore, Brunei and Japan.
  • Holders of Valid APEC Business Travel Card.
  • Holders of PRC Foreigner’s Permanent Residence Card.