27/07/2026
If you’re applying for a China visa from India, here are the standard document checklists:
🇨🇳 China Business Visa (M Visa)
* ✅ Original passport (minimum 6 months validity, at least 2 blank visa pages)
* ✅ Copy of passport bio page
* ✅ Recent passport-size photograph (as per China visa specifications)
* ✅ Completed online China visa application form
* ✅ Invitation letter from the Chinese company (with company seal/signature)
* ✅ Chinese company business license copy (if required)
* ✅ Cover letter from the Indian company on letterhead
* ✅ GST Certificate / Company Registration
* ✅ Bank statement (last 6 months)
* ✅ ITR (last 2–3 years, if required)
* ✅ Flight itinerary
* ✅ Hotel booking (if not mentioned in invitation)
* ✅ Employment proof / Company ID (if applicable)
🇨🇳 China Tourist Visa (L Visa)
* ✅ Original passport (minimum 6 months validity)
* ✅ Passport copy
* ✅ Recent passport-size photograph
* ✅ Completed online visa application form
* ✅ Confirmed return flight booking
* ✅ Hotel reservation for entire stay
* ✅ Last 6 months bank statement
* ✅ ITR (if required)
* ✅ Day-wise travel itinerary
* ✅ Cover letter stating the purpose of travel
The Chinese Embassy in India requires applicants to complete the online application and submit documents through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center.
You can access the official application portal here:
Chinese Visa Application Service Center (India)
If you’re handling applications for your clients, I can also provide a 2026 updated document checklist specifically for:
* Business Visa (M)
* Tourist Visa (L)
* Double/Multiple Entry Business Visa
* Canton Fair Business Visa
* First-time vs. previous China visa holders