Visa China – Application
Visa processing time and information
Standard 4 working days
Express 3 working days
Urgent 2 working days (next day)
Update from November 20, 2025
Starting the 20 November 2025, foreign nationals entering China, whether with or without a visa, will be able to fill out the arrival card online.
Visa for China – No longer required to appear in person:
Effective immediately and until further notice, visas can be issued without fingerprint collection.
It is therefore no longer necessary to appear in person at the visa center.
Note regarding the questionnaire:
Our questionnaire is intended solely for internal preparation in order to correctly enter the data into the official online form.
It is not meant to be submitted directly to the visa center.
Please complete it in full on a computer to avoid delays.
Prices in CHF p.P.
Prices (excl. VAT) are valid for most European nationalities. Prices for other countries may vary. Prices contain consulate fee aswell as our handling fee and may be adjusted in the event of exchange rate changes.
Required documents for your visa
Important links and guidance
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