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China visa for Indian citizens
Entry requirement
Indian citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 3 missions
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at in.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in India
- Embassy of China in New Delhi
Shanti Path 50-D, 110021 New Delhi
- Consulate General of China in Kolkata
EC-72, Sector-1, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700064, West Bengal, India
- Consulate General of China in Mumbai
11th Floor, Nariman Bhawan, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021, india.
All missions of China in India
China has 3 missions in India, with its embassy in New Delhi. Consulates: Kolkata and Mumbai.
Chinese citizens travelling to India
ChinaIndia Visa required India visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Indian citizens planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Indian citizens can stay in China
How long Indian citizens may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Indian citizens apply
In India, applications go to the Chinese embassy in New Delhi and the consulates in Kolkata and Mumbai, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for Indian citizens
Bhutan, Kazakhstan and Nepal admit Indian citizens visa-free. Afghanistan, Pakistan and North Korea require Indian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to India
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to India. The rule is the same in both directions between India and China.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for China?
Indian citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
Where is the Chinese embassy in India?
The Chinese embassy in India is in New Delhi; there are also consulates in Kolkata and Mumbai.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for India?
Chinese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to India.
Can Indian citizens enter China visa-free?
No; Indian citizens need a visa for China obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.