Iran
China
China visa for Iranian citizens
Entry requirement
Iranian 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 ir.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 Iran
- Embassy of China in Tehran
No.73rd, Movahed Danesh Ave. Aghdasiyeh, Tehran
- Consulate General of China in Bandar Abbas
No.2 West Bostan Alley, Koy-e Gomrok, Jomhoori-e Eslami Blvd, Bandar Abbas City, Hormozgan
- Consular Office of China in Tehran Today · Closed
China has 3 missions in Iran, with its embassy in Tehran. Consulates: Bandar Abbas and Tehran.
Chinese citizens travelling to Iran
ChinaIran Visa-free, 21 days Iran 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.
For a trip from Iran to China, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 Iranian citizens can stay in China
How long Iranian citizens may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Iranian citizens apply
In Iran, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Tehran and the consulates in Bandar Abbas and Tehran, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for Iranian citizens
Tajikistan and Kazakhstan admit Iranian citizens visa-free. Laos, Mongolia, Afghanistan, Myanmar, North Korea and India require Iranian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Iran
Chinese citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 21 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for China?
Iranian citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Iran?
The Chinese embassy in Iran is in Tehran; there are also consulates in Bandar Abbas and Tehran.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Iran?
Chinese citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 21 days.
Can Iranian citizens enter China visa-free?
No; Iranian 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.