L Tourist Visa
China L-type tourist visa is required for Indian nationals. China has recently introduced 144-hour visa-free transit for select countries (India not included as of 2025). The Chinese Embassy in New Delhi processes tourist visas typically within 4–5 business days. Popular destinations include Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, and Chengdu.
Create account on the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (COVA) website and fill the online form before appointment.
Schedule appointment at CVASC (Chinese Visa Application Service Center) in your city — Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, or Chennai.
Attend in person. Submit all documents. Biometric fingerprints collected at the center.
Track online. Collect passport with visa in 4–5 days or request courier delivery.
Hong Kong has a separate immigration system. Indian passport holders get 14-day visa-free entry to Hong Kong — no China L-visa required for Hong Kong only.
Yes, you can apply for a 30-day extension at local Public Security Bureau (PSB) in China. Requires hotel proof and sufficient funds.
No, as of 2025. India is not included in China's visa-free or visa-on-arrival programs. Apply in advance through the embassy.
Holding a valid US B1/B2 or Schengen visa does not exempt Indians from needing a Chinese visa.
Our visa consultants have a 95% approval rate. Let us handle your China visa application.
Visa rules and fees can change without notice. Always verify with the official embassy website before applying. Last updated: March 2025.
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