China Visa Requirements at Delhi Consulate

Inviter's Id

Inviter's valid national id card copy is required

Chinese Company Registration

Invitation

Invitation from Chinese Company as per the Embassy format strictly (Invitation letter format attached in the Forms section) and ID copy of inviter (Inviter should be the same person who is signing the invitation letter).

Signatory Name should be written in the Chinese language and Signatures should be in Chinese.

Company’s Cover Letter

Addressed to The Visa Officer Embassy of People`s Republic of China New Delhi on Company Letterhead with entry and exit dates, PAX name and passport number.

Notes

The Embassy of China has started issuing few visas with limited stay and validity, i.e. with a validity of less than 3 months and stay shorter than 30 days. Hence, We recommend submitting the actual travel itinerary along with your China visa applications.so that we may submit it along with the visa application accordingly.

.As per the latest update from The Chinese Embassy, New Delhi there will be following THREE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS which will be required for visa processing if passport is issued outside the jurisdiction of Delhi Embassy

Company ID proof of the applicant.

A NOC Letter from the company (on company letterhead) for the applicant’s China travel and also mentioning the working address of the applicant.

National Identity Card Copy (e.g. Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Driving License, Ration Card etc.) of the applicant of the state falling in Delhi Jurisdiction. If the National ID Card is not available for Delhi Jurisdiction, then the application needs to be filed as per the Jurisdiction rules andnot in Delhi. (For further details on Jurisdiction, please refer to our website)

All above 3 additional requirements are applicable with immediate effect and the China Embassy will not process any visas if above documents are not submitted along with the passports which are issued outside the jurisdiction of New Delhi.

Specifications

It must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

Of 35mm x 45mm dimension.

With 80% face coverage.

With WHITE background only and NOT wearing white clothes.

On GLOSSY paper only (Matte and Semi Matte photographs will not be accepted).

Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted, or glare glasses. There should NOT be any reflection due to eyeglasses.

Urgent Submission

No urgent submission for Foreign passport holders.

Foreign passport holders' Indian visa should be valid for a minimum of 6 months.

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The hotel voucher should include the hotel Name, Address, Telephone no, and Email ID of the hotel with seal and signature.

Passport

Passport should be valid for minimum of six months and have at least 4 blank visa pages. Passport should be valid for at least 188 days on the date of submission.

Chinese Visa Application Form

Completely filled Chinese Visa Application form online: https://www.visaforchina.cn/DEL3_EN/qianzhengyewu (photograph on page 1 and 2 should be absolutely clear. There should be no printing lines on the photo while printing the visa form)

Photograph

One passport size colored photograph with white, light grey, or light blue background, full face (48mm X 33mm) ( same photo as uploaded on the visa application form). Photo should be without specs

Covering Letter

Typed formal Covering Letter, Addressed to the Chinese Embassy New Delhi with company profile, name, Passport Number, purpose of Travel, Travel plan of the applicant, authorized signatory’s signature, name, and designation.

Photocopy of Passport

Photocopy of Passport’s front data page, last page, and earlier traveled Chinese Visa copies.

Relationship Proof Certificate

Original and Copy of one of Relationship Proof Certificate.

Invitation Letter

Invitation Letter from the Main applicant inviting and staying on Z visa in China, Copy of their Passport, Valid Residence Permit, and Work Permit.

Physical Examination Record

Original and photocopy of Physical Examination Record for Foreigner issued by doctors from any Indian government hospital completely filled. OR from Chinese government hospital. The photo on the Record should also be stamped by the hospital and signed by the authorized doctor. (This will remain Valid for 3 months from issued date).

Additional Documents

In case the relationship proof document does not match with the details in the passport, attested affidavit from China Embassy is mandatory.

Covid-19 final vaccination certificate.

China visa form performa (attached in forms column).

Original marriage and birth certificate attested by the Embassy.

Passport

Passport should be valid for minimum of six months and have at least 4 blank visa pages. Passport should be valid for at least 188 days on the date of submission.

Chinese Visa Application Form

Completely filled Chinese Visa Application form online: http://bio.visaforchina.org/DEL2_EN/COVA/

Photograph

One passport size colored photograph with white, light grey, or light blue background, full face (48mm X 33mm).

Covering Letter

Typed formal Covering Letter, Addressed to the Chinese Embassy New Delhi with company profile, name, Passport Number, purpose of Travel, and Travel plan of the applicant, authorized signatory’s signature, name, and designation.

Photocopy of Passport

Photocopy of Passport’s front data page, last page, and earlier traveled Chinese Visa copies.

Relationship Proof Certificate

Original and Copy of one of Relationship Proof Certificate.

Invitation Letter

Invitation Letter issued by the foreigner (working or studying) in China along with passport front and last page and the valid resident permit which should be valid for more than 6 months.

Additional Documents

In case the relationship proof document does not match with the details in the passport, affidavit is mandatory.

Covid-19 final vaccination certificate.

China visa form performa (attached in forms column).

Original marriage and birth certificate to be attested by the Embassy.

Biometrics

Applicants have to come personally for Biometrics at the time of visa submission. Biometrics will be valid for 59 months.

Photo Specifications

It must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

White, light grey, or light blue background, full face (48mm X 33mm), NOT wearing white clothes.

On GLOSSY paper only (Matte and Semi Matte photographs will not be accepted).

Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted or glare glasses. There should NOT be any reflection due to eyeglasses.

Limited Stay and Validity

The Embassy of China has started issuing a few visas with limited stay and validity, i.e., with a validity of less than 3 months and stay shorter than 30 days.

Hence, we recommend you to please send us the actual travel itinerary along with your China visa applications, so that we may submit it accordingly.

Contact Number

Pax should give his/her direct contact number on the visa form enabling Embassy to contact the applicant directly when his/her visa is ready.

Additional Documents for Passports Issued Outside Delhi Jurisdiction

As per the latest update from The Chinese Embassy, New Delhi, the following THREE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS are required for visa processing if passport is issued outside the jurisdiction of Delhi Embassy:

Company ID proof of the applicant.

A NOC Letter from the company (on company letterhead) for applicant’s China travel and also mentioning the working address of the applicant.

National Identity Card Copy (e.g., Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Driving License, Ration Card, etc.) of the applicant of the state falling in Delhi Jurisdiction. If the National ID Card is not available for Delhi Jurisdiction, then the application needs to be filed as per the Jurisdiction rules and not in Delhi.

Medical Requirement

Medical Examination Record from any Indian Government/State-run Hospital. The photo on the Record should also be stamped by the Hospital. (Valid for six months from issued date.) Original and Photocopy.

If the National ID Card is not available for Delhi Jurisdiction, the application needs to be filed as per the Jurisdiction rules and not in Delhi.

Important Notice All the above additional requirements are applicable immediately, and the China Embassy will not process any visas if these documents are not submitted along with passports issued outside the jurisdiction of New Delhi.

Specifications

Must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

Of 35mm x 45mm dimension.

With 80% face coverage.

With WHITE background only and NOT wearing white clothes.

On GLOSSY paper only (Matte and Semi Matte photographs will not be accepted).

Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted, or glare glasses. There should not be any reflection due to eyeglasses.

Recommendation Letter

In case of any Foreign passport holder, a recommendation letter for its respective Country Embassy is mandatory.(DEPENDS IN NATIONALITY)

FRRO Authorization Letter

For any foreigner working in India on an Employment visa, an FRRO authorization letter is also mandatory.

Notes

The Embassy of China has started issuing few visas with limited stay and validity, i.e. with a validity of less than 3 months and stay shorter than 30 days. Hence, We recommend submitting the actual travel itinerary along with your China visa applications.so that we may submit it along with the visa application accordingly.

.As per the latest update from The Chinese Embassy, New Delhi there will be following THREE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS which will be required for visa processing if passport is issued outside the jurisdiction of Delhi Embassy

Company ID proof of the applicant.

A NOC Letter from the company (on company letterhead) for the applicant’s China travel and also mentioning the working address of the applicant.

National Identity Card Copy (e.g. Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Driving License, Ration Card etc.) of the applicant of the state falling in Delhi Jurisdiction. If the National ID Card is not available for Delhi Jurisdiction, then the application needs to be filed as per the Jurisdiction rules andnot in Delhi. (For further details on Jurisdiction, please refer to our website)

All above 3 additional requirements are applicable with immediate effect and the China Embassy will not process any visas if above documents are not submitted along with the passports which are issued outside the jurisdiction of New Delhi.

Specifications

It must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

Of 35mm x 45mm dimension.

With 80% face coverage.

With WHITE background only and NOT wearing white clothes.

On GLOSSY paper only (Matte and Semi Matte photographs will not be accepted).

Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted, or glare glasses. There should NOT be any reflection due to eyeglasses.

Urgent Submission

No urgent submission for Foreign passport holders.

Foreign passport holders' Indian visa should be valid for a minimum of 6 months.

Original and Copy of the following documents:

Employment Approval Document (Notification Letter)

Issued by Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security of the People`s Republic of China.

Please be informed that if the customer has Valid Work Permit then instead of Notification letter customer need an invitation letter from his/her Employer along with a Copy of Valid Work Permit and Detailed List when you scan QR Code shown on your Work Permit ID Card.

Photocopy of applicant's professional and educational qualification certificate.

Once you arrange all the documents for your application. Kindly schedule your appointment via mail before submitting at Delhi centre.

Notes

The Embassy of China has started issuing few visas with limited stay and validity, i.e. with a validity of less than 3 months and stay shorter than 30 days. Hence, we recommend you to please SEND US THE ACTUAL TRAVEL ITINERARY along with your China visa applications, so that we may submit it along with the visa application accordingly.

Pax should give his/her direct contact number on the visa form enabling Embassy to contact applicant directly when his/her visa is ready.

As per the latest update from The Chinese Embassy, New Delhi there will be following THREE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS which will be required for visa processing if passport is issued outside the jurisdiction of Delhi Embassy:

Company ID proof of the applicant.

A NOC Letter from the company (on company letterhead) for applicant's China travel and also mentioning the working address of the applicant.

National Identity Card Copy (e.g. Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Driving License, Ration Card etc.) of the applicant of the state falling in Delhi Jurisdiction. If the National ID Card is not available for Delhi Jurisdiction, then the application needs to be filed as per the Jurisdiction rules and not in Delhi. (For further details on Jurisdiction, please refer to our website.)

All above 3 additional requirements are applicable with immediate effect and the China Embassy will not process any visas if above documents are not submitted along with the passports which are issued outside the jurisdiction of New Delhi.

Specifications

It must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

Of 35mm x 45mm dimension.

With 80% face coverage.

With WHITE background only and NOT wearing white clothes.

On GLOSSY paper only (Matte and Semi Matte photographs will not be accepted).

Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted, or glare glasses. There should NOT be any reflection due to eyeglasses.

Urgent Submission

No urgent submission for European passport holders.

Physical Examination Record

Physical Examination Record from any Indian Government/State run Hospital. The photo on the Record should also be stamped by the Hospital. (Valid for six months from issued date.) Original and Photocopy.