China Work Visa Visa
From Mumbai Consulate
China
Mumbai
work visa
Get complete information on how to apply for your China Work Visa visa from Mumbai. This comprehensive guide includes required documents, visa fees, processing time, eligibility criteria, and step-by-step application instructions. Over 100,000+ Indian travelers trust Mondy for visa services.

Processing
8 working days
Approx.
Consulate
mumbai
china
Validity
6-24 months
Typical
Last Updated
9 November 2025. Processing times are indicative and may vary. Always check the official consulate website for latest information.
china work visa Visa Documents Required
To apply for your china work visa visa from mumbai, you'll need to submit the following documents to the consulate. Make sure all documents are valid and meet the specifications.
1Personal Documents
- Valid PassportValid passport 2 years from the date of travel. Applicants must have a valid passport. (Handwritten passport is not allowed). Old passports are required if any.
- Visa FormOnline form filled and signed at http://bio.visaforchina.org/BOM2_EN/COVA/ (Back to back application forms are not accepted).
- Passport Size Photo2 photos, 33 x 48mm, 80% face appearance with white background.
- Cover LetterOriginal covering letter on Business Letterhead addressed to The Consulate General of China, Mumbai, with full applicant's name and passport number mentioned in it as per the applicant's passport number. Also, mention date on top of the letter.
2Work Documents
- Original Ministry ApprovalOriginal Ministry Approval.
- Original Alien Employment License (Green Card)Original Alien Employment License (Green Card).
- Medical CertificateMedical Certificate with Government Hospital Stamp and Signature.
3Biometrics
- Biometrics MandatoryApplicant must appear in person at the time of visa submission after booking an appointment.
4Note
- NOTEThe Embassy of China has started issuing visas with limited stay and validity, i.e., with a validity of less than 3 months and a stay shorter than 30 days. Hence, we recommend you send us the actual travel itinerary along with your China visa applications so that we can submit it accordingly.
- For 1-year Multiple Entry Business visa, ORIGINAL VISA NOTIFICATION from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (China) is MANDATORY. The Visa Notification is valid only for one month.If the form is submitted online through Mondy, online charges shall be applicable.
- As per the latest update from The Chinese Embassy, New Delhi, the following THREE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS are required for visa processing if the passport is issued outside the jurisdiction of the Delhi Embassy:Company ID proof of the applicant.
- A NOC letter from the company (on company letterhead) for the applicant’s China travel, 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 from states within Delhi's 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, refer to our website.
- All above 3 additional requirements are applicable with immediate effect. The China Embassy will not process any visas if these documents are not submitted along with passports issued outside the jurisdiction of New Delhi.
5Photo Specifications
- Photo SpecificationsIt must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.
- Size: 35mm x 45mm.Face coverage: 80%.
- Background: White 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.
6NOTE
- 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.
7Medical Requirement
- Physical Examination Recordany 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.
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