🇨🇳 China Tourist Visa
Welcome to our China Tourist Visa page. The People’s Republic of China applies 16 different visa categories for foreign visitors. Turkish citizens who will travel for tourism purposes must apply for an L type Tourist Visa. Holders of Diplomatic, Special and Service Passports are exempt from visas for tourist visits up to 30 days.
For applicants applying for the first time, a single-entry tourist visa valid for 3 months with a 30-day stay is recommended. Since penalties may be applied if the stay period is exceeded, travel dates should be planned carefully. If you exit the country after entering with a single-entry visa, a new visa is required for re-entry. To apply for a multiple-entry visa, it is important to have previously visited China and complied with travel regulations.
China tourist visa applications must be prepared carefully and completely. Documents must be up-to-date, consistent with the information in the application form and submitted in the format requested by the Consulate. As regulations may change periodically, you may contact our support team for up-to-date information.
China Tourist Visa Application Process
China Tourist Visa procedures are carried out by the Embassy and Consulates of China, and the final decision authority belongs entirely to the consular offices. The application can be completed personally or with authorized consultancy support. The online application form must be filled in correctly, required documents prepared and the appointment process arranged.
After the application is approved, health precautions for the trip should not be ignored. It is recommended that routine vaccinations are completed and additional vaccinations such as Hepatitis A and Typhoid may also be advised depending on travel risks.
Since document preparation, form completion and submission require professionalism, carrying out the process with expert consultants reduces the risk of error. Missing or inconsistent documents may cause visa refusal.
📄 Documents Required for China Tourist Visa
Standard Documents
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months after return from China, undamaged, with blank pages – previous passports should also be added)
- 2 recent passport-size photos (non-biometric format)
- Criminal record and archive record (must be obtained from the Courthouse, both criminal and archive sections included)
- Residence certificate + ID photocopy (residence must be taken from the local authority with wet stamp/signature)
- Visa Invitation Letter (mandatory – issued by a travel agency in China, with company details and authorized signature)
- Tourist visa request letter (travel dates and purpose clearly stated)
- Bank account statement (sufficient balance, stamped and signed by the bank)
- Travel agency authorization documents (belonging to a licensed Turkish agency)
- Flight & hotel reservation documents
- Proof of visa fee payment (ATM receipts are not accepted)
☑ The consulate may request additional documents if necessary.
☑ The document list may vary depending on the person, occupation and travel purpose.
Processing Time of China Tourist Visa
If no additional review is required, China Tourist Visa results are issued in an average of 7 working days. However, official holidays, system intensity or additional document requests may extend the process. It is recommended to apply at least 1 month before the planned travel date.
Visa Refusal Situations
While evaluating applications, the Chinese Consulate considers document consistency, travel purpose, entry-exit history and return intention.
Common reasons for visa refusal:
- Missing or incorrect documents
- Inconsistencies between submitted information and documents
- Overstaying a previous China visa
- Insufficient financial proof or suspicious travel plan
In case of refusal, the applicant is informed and re-application may be possible after correction. The file can be revised with expert support and the process restarted.
You may contact our team to manage your China trip safely, in a planned manner and without risk, and to proceed with your visa application professionally.