China Tourist Visa
The L visa covers tourism and short personal trips. Most leisure travelers need this.
Visa code: L
Required for every applicant (6)
Every China application includes these. CIBTvisas reviews each one before submission.
Signed, valid at least 6 months beyond your stay, with at least two blank visa pages.
One recent color photo taken in the last 6 months, 33×48mm, white background, no glasses.
The completed online visa application — CIBTvisas guides you through every field.
Confirms your selected service level and return shipping; completed during checkout.
A driver's license or government ID showing an address within this consulate's jurisdiction.
A round-trip flight itinerary and confirmed hotel bookings for your trip.
Birth certificate, both parents' passport copies, and a signed parental consent letter.
If born in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong or Macau: prior Chinese passport or naturalization records and copies of any previous Chinese visas.
Additional documentation may be required depending on the purpose and nature of your travel.
Different entry rules may apply — confirm your itinerary and ports of call before you apply.
Provide a clear copy of your most recent China visa if you have held one before.
If born in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Syria or certain other countries, extended processing may apply.
An employer letter and a personal statement are required; processing times vary by case.
Complete and sign the Visa Application Statement included in your CIBTvisas kit.
Active or retired military applicants must complete the Declaration of Active Military Service.
