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China Visa Application in UK

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Procedure of Application at CVASC

1. Complete the visa application form online and print it out.
2. Obtain queue number upon arrival at the center, submit your application when your number is called and pay the fees.
3. If your fingerprints are required, the visa center will collect your fingerprints.
4. Pick up your passport on the scheduled collection day.
5. If you apply for the mail back service, you need to fill the Payment Authorization Form (which can be downloaded from Center's web). Pay the postal fee afterward and leave your mail address.

Note: All applicants aged 14-70 are required to submit the application in person.

Fees for Application (in GBP)

UK citizens

Visa Types	Regular	Express	Urgent
Other types	130	161	182
5-year Multiple Entries	194	225	246
10-year Multiple Entries	257	288	309

Israel, Canada, Argentina, Brazil & Uruguay Citizens

Countries	Regular	Express	Urgent
Israel	81	112	133
Canada	110	141	162
Argentina	158	189	210
Brazil	143	174	195
Uruguay	92	123	144

The visa types are 5-year and 10-year multiple entries.

US, Serbia & Panama

Countries	Regular	Express	Urgent
US	179	210	231
Serbia	67	98	119
Panama	103	134	155

The visa fees are all the same for different visa types including single entry, double entries, multiple entries for 6 or 12 months.

Romania citizens

Types	Regular	Express	Urgent
Single entry	112	143	164
Double entries	127	158	179
Multiple entries for 6 months	158	189	210
Multiple entries for 12 months	158	189	210

Citizens of Other Countries

Types	Regular	Express	Postal
Single Entry	87	118	139
Double Entry	98	129	150
6-month Multi-Entry	109	140	161
12-month Multi-Entry	130	161	182

Notes:
1. The visa fees listed above is the total fee, itemised as: visa fees + application service fees (VAT inclusive）
2. The regular processing time is 4 working days; express service takes 3 working days. For urgent cases, the express service is available for applicants who submit their applications directly to the center before 11:00 at noon, Monday to Friday.

- Last updated on Nov. 15, 2024 by Gabby Li -

Questions & Answers on China Visa Application in UK

Asked by Sally Swales from UNITED KINGDOM | Dec. 02, 2024 07:55

Where do we get an application form for a China tourist visa and price please uk

Answers (1)

Answered by Janice | Dec. 02, 2024 19:55

The visa application form should be filled online on the official website: cova.mfa.gov.cn

Asked by Peter Rodgers from GREAT BRITAIN | Nov. 30, 2024 06:06

Visit my son in China

Hi, my son is in China, working for Huawei. I want to visit him. I am British. What kind of visa should I apply for? How long can I stay? I would like to stay at least 2 months, as China is a long way to travel.

Answers (1)

Answered by Candice | Dec. 01, 2024 22:51

You can apply for S visa. The duration of stay of S1 is over 180 days and S2 is no more than 180 days. S2 is enough for you.

Asked by Angela from UNITED KINGDOM | Nov. 14, 2024 02:24

Can I renew my Hong Kong Permanent ID Card at the Chinese Embassy?

Can I use the following form to renew my HK Permanent ID at the Chinese Embassy? This form is on the Hong Kong government immigration website:
https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/forms/forms/id845.html

It is titled 'Overseas Processing Form for Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Passport/ and Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card' and is stated as 'for official use of the Chinese Embassy/ Consulate-General'

Many Thanks

Answers (2)

Answered by Daniel | Nov. 14, 2024 21:46

Yes, you can.

Answered by Angela | Nov. 15, 2024 04:10

Thanks for your reply - I also emailed the embassy and they said it is a matter for HK immigration and not dealt with at the Chinese embassy.. would you be able to advise a specific process for approaching the embassy e.g. is there a specific appointment I should book or a department I should email/ contact? Many thanks

Asked by Ashleigh from UNITED KINGDOM | Oct. 08, 2024 10:58

Passport renewal

I need to renew my Chinese passport as I am running out of pages. I am in Edinburgh. What docs are required and what are the associated costs? Also where can I apply online?

Answers (1)

Answered by Joshua | Oct. 08, 2024 22:48

You need to download 中国领事 app and apply for a renewal on it and you can choose to make the online payment. I'm not sure about the detailed materials and price but the app will guide you step by step. Some embassies or consulate generals provide mail service so you can mail the old one to them and get a new one back. Some require you to submit the old one and pick up in person.

Asked by Gina Momoh from UK | Sep. 29, 2024 15:28

Hi, what supporting documents do I need to apply for a Chinese visa as a British passport holder.

Hi, what supporting documents do I need to apply for a Chinese visa as a British passport holder.
Also how many days does it take to process a visa express and urgent basis

Answers (1)

Answered by Keith | Sep. 29, 2024 23:13

A China L visa for travel? The documents are:
Passport with at least 6-month validity
Visa Application Form and Photo
Documents showing the itinerary including air ticket booking record (round trip) and proof of a hotel reservation, etc. or an invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in China.
The processing takes two working days if urgent.