Visa requirements for British passport holders traveling to China
Valid passport with 6+ months validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival in China and have at least 2 blank pages for visas and stamping.
Completed visa application form
Application must be completed online through the official China Online Visa Processing System.
Passport photograph
Get InstantlyRecent passport-sized photo meeting Chinese visa requirements.
Flight booking confirmation
Get InstantlyConfirmed round-trip flight itinerary.
Hotel confirmation letter
Get InstantlyProof of accommodation for the entire stay in China.
Purpose of visit statement
Get InstantlyA brief statement explaining the purpose of the visit (tourism).
Biometric data (fingerprints and photo)
Biometric data, including scanned fingerprints and a photo, will be collected as part of the visa application process.
Travel insurance certificate
Get InstantlyTravel insurance is not mandatory but strongly recommended.
Bank statement
Get InstantlyProof of sufficient funds may be requested at the discretion of the visa officer.
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