China visa requirements for Indian citizens in 2026
Last updated 4 Jun 2024
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Max stay
N/A
Purpose
Tourism
How to enter
Indian passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter China.
1
Embassy Visa
For Indian citizens looking to travel to China, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest China embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
ALLOWED STAY
N/A
PURPOSE
Tourist
Application details
Port restrictions
port visa authority in China
Required documents
- valid passport
- relevant supporting documents that evidence the urgent reason(s) for his/her entry into China
Last updated 20 Jul 2026 ·
Source: FAQs About Port Visas and Other Related Issues
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Further notes
- 24-hour visa-free transit through China (unless arriving in Fuzhou, Huangshan, Mudanjiang, or Yanji).
- 72-hour visa-free transit through Changsha, Guilin and Harbin.
- 144-hour visa-free transit through Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Jieyang, Kunming, Nanjing, Ningbo, Qinhuangdao, Qingdao, Shanghai, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Shijiazhuang, Tianjin, Wuhan, Xiamen and Xi'an.
- Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan count as third countries under the 24, 72 and 144-hours transit without visa (TWOV) policies.
- British nationals need a visa to enter mainland China, including Hainan Island, but not Hong Kong or Macao.
- Visiting visas issued to British citizens are generally valid for 2 years
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for China from British Indian Ocean Territory?
Yes, a visa is required for Indian citizens.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for China in 2024?
Yes, a visa is required for Indian citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Indian citizens travel to China?
Yes, Indian citizens can travel to China, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in China with Embassy Visa for Indian citizens?
The maximum length of stay in China with Embassy Visa is N/A. Indian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Indian citizen overstays their visa in China?
Overstaying a visa in China can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering China in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
About China
- Official
- People's Republic of China
- Capital
- Beijing
- Currency
- Chinese yuan
- Language
- Chinese
- Calling code
- +86
- Population
- 1,404,890,000
- Region
- Asia · Eastern Asia
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.