How can Ukrainians get a tourist visa to China?

A tourist visa to China, known as an L-type visa, is intended for people visiting China for the purpose of a vacation or tourist trip, or to spend time with family living in China.

With this visa, you cannot work, study, or conduct any business activities, and you can only stay in the country for a limited time.
To get it, you need to fill out an online form. Then make an appointment to personally submit the form and supporting documents to the nearest Chinese embassy/consulate.

How long can you stay in China as a tourist?

With a tourist visa, you can stay in China for up to 90 days. This is a single entry visa, but you can also get a double entry visa valid for 6 months. Or a multiple entry visa valid for 1 year.

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Requirements for a tourist visa to China

Before applying for a tourist visa to China, you will need to collect all the necessary documents. Here is what you will need:

• Valid passport with at least 6 months left to expire with at least two blank pages
  
• A photocopy of the biography page in your passport
  
• Round-trip airline tickets and hotel reservation confirmation or invitation from a company, such as a travel agency
  
• A completed COVA visa application form.
  
  

You may also need to provide proof of residence and a signed form confirming that you reside in Ukraine (or another country). In addition, a health declaration confirming that you can enter the country for health reasons and have health insurance.

Important: all documents to be submitted to the consulate must be translated into English or Chinese or issued in these languages.

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What is the process of applying for a tourist visa to China?

1. Gather all your documents and check the validity of your passport.
2. Go to the China Online Visa Application (COVA) website to fill out all the necessary forms.
3. Contact the nearest Chinese diplomatic mission to make an appointment.
4. Attend the appointment with all completed applications and required documents.
5. If your application is successful, pay the fee when you go to collect your visa.

How long does it take to get a tourist visa to China?

The average processing time for a Chinese visa is 4-7 business days.

What is the cost of obtaining a tourist visa to China for Ukrainian citizens?

A tourist visa to China for Ukrainian citizens costs from 30 to 90 USD. The cost differs depending on the type of tourist visa (single / multiple entry...).

What documents are required to enter China?

- Passport
- Completed COVA visa application form (for obtaining a visa)
- L visa
- Health insurance policy
- Round-trip airfare reservation
- Proof of residence in China
- Letter of invitation
- Confirmation of sufficient funds for the trip

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How to travel abroad with a child?

According to the current legislation of Ukraine, the following rules apply to children traveling abroad during martial law:

• Children under 16 can travel with one parent without the consent of the other.
  
• The child may also travel with a grandparent, adult brother or sister, stepmother, stepfather or other persons with the notarized permission of one of the parents.
  
• Children over 16 years of age have the right to leave independently in accordance with Article 313 of the Civil Code of Ukraine.
  
• The main routes of departure are through the airports of neighboring countries (Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, and Moldova).

Documents for a child to enter China

To travel to China with a child, you will need:

• The child's passport (biometric or old-style).
  
• A visa is required for all citizens of Ukraine, including children.
  
• The child's birth certificate (if traveling without his/her own passport).
  
• Notarized permission of one of the parents if the child is traveling without him/her or with other accompanying persons.
  
• Health insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 euros.
  
• Certificate of vaccination (in some cases, proof of vaccination may be required).
  
• In case of a long stay - study documents or a residence permit.

List of necessary things for traveling with a child

Documents:

• Foreign passport and copies of all documents.
  
• Exit permit (if traveling with relatives or accompanying persons).

For the child's comfort:

• Clothes appropriate for the season (Beijing can be cold in winter and hot in summer).
  
• Sunscreen, hat (in summer).
  
• Personal hygiene products, napkins, antiseptic.
  
• Water and snacks for the road.
  
• Favorite toys, books, tablet or other entertainment.

Legal nuances of traveling with a child abroad

📌 Obtaining permission for the child to travel:

• If the child is traveling with relatives or other accompanying persons, a notarized permission from one of the parents is required.

📌 Stay in China:

• Citizens of Ukraine must apply for a visa to enter China, even for a short stay.
  
• The visa-free regime applies only to transit through Chinese airports for up to 72-144 hours.
  
• For stays of more than 30 days, a residence permit is required (grounds: study, parental work, family reunification).

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Useful contacts in China

📍 Embassy of Ukraine in China (Beijing)

• Address: No. 11 Sanlitun Dongwujie, Chaoyang District, Beijing
  
• Phone: +86 10 6532 6359
  
• Email: emb_cn@mfa.gov.ua
  
• Website: https://china.mfa.gov.ua

📍 Consulate General of Ukraine in Shanghai

• Address: No. 9, Donghu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai
  
• Phone: +86 21 6279 8126
  
• Email: gc_cn@mfa.gov.ua
  
• Website: https://shanghai.mfa.gov.ua

Emergency numbers in China

• Police: 110
  
• Ambulance: 120

Where to get reliable insurance?

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Transit rules of China for Ukrainian citizens

Since December 2024, China has significantly changed its visa-free transit rules. Now Ukrainian citizens can stay in China for up to 240 hours (10 days) without a visa if they are transiting to a third country.

The main conditions of visa-free transit for Ukrainians are as follows

✅ The maximum length of stay is up to 240 hours (10 days).

✅ Entry points - 60 international airports in 24 provinces of China.

✅ Route - mandatory transit to a third country.

The route must include:

• arrival from one country;
  
• stay in China;
  
• departure to another country (not back to the country from which you arrived).

What documents do Ukrainians need for transit in China?

• Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months after departure from China).
  
• A flight ticket to a third country with a confirmed reservation.
  
• Visa to the country of final destination (if required).

Important!

If your itinerary does not include a flight to a third country, you need to apply for a regular Chinese visa in advance.

If you plan to stay for more than 240 hours, you must obtain a visa.

How can Ukrainians get a visa-free transit permit?

Upon arrival in China, before passing through immigration control, you need to find a Temporary Permit Application counter and apply for a temporary entry permit.