CHINA VISA FOR FOREIGNERS IN VIETNAM

Saturday, 23/08/25

All foreigners working, studying, doing business or living in Ha Noi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City can apply for Chinese visa with types of tourist visa, business visa, or working visa. Starting from June 30, 2025, all applicants must access the website of the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (www.visaforchina.cn), log in or create an account, and complete the application form along with uploading all required documents online. In this article, we would share some about the procedures to apply for China visa, how to get a Chinese Visa in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Ha Noi? And what are the requirements for China business and tourist visa application? Let’s read and start a journey with Visa5s.com.

WHO NEED TO APPLY FOR CHINESE BUSINESS – TOURST VISA IN VIETNAM?

Some foreign citizens in Vietnam do not need to apply for a China tourist or business visa from Vietnam unless you meet the following visa exemption requirements:

👉 30-Day Visa-Free Entry

Citizens of 74 countries may enter China for up to 30 days without a visa, including:

Europe: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.
Asia & Southeast Asia: Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Uzbekistan, Thailand.
Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay.
Middle East: Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain.
From July 16, 2025, Azerbaijan will also be included in the 30-day visa-free list.
Special case – Hainan Island: Citizens of 59 designated countries may also stay visa-free for up to 30 days.

👉 15-Day Visa-Free Entry

Citizens of Singapore, Brunei, and Japan holding ordinary passports may enter China visa-free for tourism, family visits, business, or transit, up to 15 days.
➡ If the stay is over 15 days, or the purpose is study, employment, permanent residence, or journalism, a visa is required.

👉 ASEAN Visa (valid up to 5 years, 180 days per stay)

Citizens of the 10 ASEAN countries (Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Brunei) plus Timor-Leste are eligible.

👉 K Visa (for STEM talents)

For young professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

No job contract in China is required.
Applicants only need to meet criteria related to age, education, or work experience.

👉 Other Visa Exemptions (still valid under previous rules)

90 days: Bosnia & Herzegovina, San Marino.
60 days: Mauritius.
30 days: Bahamas, Grenada, Barbados, Belarus, Ecuador, Fiji, UAE, Tonga, Seychelles, Serbia.
Holders of an APEC Business Travel Card, a valid Chinese Residence Permit, or passengers in airport transit <24 hours.

VISA APPLICATION REQUIRED IN VIETNAM IF:

You are not listed under the visa exemption policies above.
You are eligible for 15-day visa-free entry but wish to stay longer than 15 days.
You travel to China for study, employment, permanent residence, or journalism.

WHAT TYPE OF CHINA VISA WILL GIVE IN 2025?

The list of Chinese visas – Please find the China Visa article and choose the appropriate visa with the entry purpose and the requirements too. However, foreigners who staying in Vietnam can only apply for China tourist or business visa in Vietnam.

CHINA VISA TYPE & SYMBOL	WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ISSUE A CHINA VISA AND ENTRY PURPOSE	CHINA VISA TERMS
Tourist Visa (L)	This visa issues to foreigners who intend to go to China as a tourist, intends to go to China for touring and sightseeing. The duration of stay (each visit) normally is 30-60 days. The requirements for tourist entry purpose: Itinerary for the whole trip; Reservation of return flight tickets and Reservation of accommodation	3 month Single-entry, double-entry
Business Visa (M)	China Business visa is issued to those who intend to go to China for doing business, commercial and trade activities. Normally valid for 30-60 days based on decision Chinese Consulate/ embassy. The business visa request a Invitation letter from Chinese business partner – must be on letterhead paper and duly signed and stamped	3 month Single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry
Non-Commerce/ business Visa (F)	Issued to those who intend to go to China for research, lecture, scientific, cultural exchange and study tour. The duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-90 days. The Invitation letter from Chinese inviting institution (universities, research centers etc.) – must be on letter head paper and duly signed and stamped	3 month Single and double entry
Work Visa (Z)	Issued to those who have obtained employment to work in China; For commercial performance; Chief representative or representative of a foreign company; Offshore oil operations; Volunteering (more than 90 days); Foreigner working in China with a Work Permit issued by the Chinese government	Single entry
Family Visa (Q1) Long term	Issued to those who are family members of Chinese citizens or of foreigners with Chinese permanent residence and intend to go to China for family reunion, or to those who intend to go to China for the purpose of foster care	Single entry
Family Visa (Q2) Short term	Issued to those who intend to visit their family members who are foreigners working or studying in China, or for other private matters such as visiting friends, divorce, inheritance, adoption, marriage or medical services with the duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-90 days	Multiple-entry

HOW TO GET CHINA TOURIST – BUSINESS VISA FOR FOREIGENRS LIVING IN VIETNAM

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHINA TOURIST VISA	THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHINA BUSINESS VISA
1.Foreigners working in Vietnam: Notarized true copies of Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC) or Vietnam business, working or tourist visa; Notarized true copies of Work Permit or Work Permit exemption certificate 2.Proof of work in Vietnam: For business owners/ shareholders: Notarized true copies of Business Registration Certification For employees: Notarized true copy of Labour Contract and original leave application form 3.Proof of entry purpose: A copy of hotel booking; A copy of return air-ticket Itinerary for the whole trip	1.Proof of Business entry purpose: A letter of invitation and scanned copy of business registration certificate from a company in China; For business owners/ shareholders: Notarized true copies of Business Registration Certification and original Letter of business decision; For employees: Notarized true copies of Labor Contract, original Letter of business decision. 2.Proof of working/ investment in Vietnam: Notarized true copies of Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC) or Vietnam business, working visa; Notarized true copies of Vietnam Work Permit or Work Permit exemption certificate
THE REQUIREMENTS APPLIED FOR ALL APPLICANTS
The validity of passport must be more than 6 months; The visa application form must be signed by the applicant in person; 2 passport photos in 4x6 cm size white background, must be taken within the last 3 months.
THE REQUIREMENTS APPLIED FOR FOREIGNER SPOUSE
In case of applicants are foreigner spouse (wife/ husband and children) under 18 years old, they are required to accompany with their parents and provided the following documents: Proof of family relationship: Requirements for Children: the consular legalization of birth certificate or family record book. Requirements for Spouse: the consular legalization of marriage certificate or family record book.
HOW LONG TO GET CHINA TOURIST/ BUSINESS VISA IN VIETNAM
It takes normal from 12 to 15 working days. Business and tourist Visa’s valid term are 3 months single entry, stay up for 30 days.
CHINA VISA VALIDITY
The China visa validity period is usually determined based on the regulations of the issuing country and the nationality of the visa applicant. The bilateral relationship between a country and China may influence visa duration. However, typically, visa durations can include: Short-Stay Visa: The duration is often 30 days, 60 days, or 90 days within a specific period (e.g., 180 days). For nationals with good relations, there may be flexibility, and the duration can be extended. Long-Stay Visa: The duration can extend from a few months to a year or longer, depending on the purpose of stay such as studying, working, business, or family-related reasons. Countries with positive relations with China may establish specific policies to facilitate favorable conditions for visa applicants from both sides. However, this can vary, and specific details depend on the regulations of each specific country. Visa applicants should check detailed information from the Embassy or visa authority of the country they are applying to for specific duration guidelines.

HOW MUCH IS CHINA VISA FEE FROM 2025?

The table fee below applies according to the announcement of China Embassy and China Visa Application Center in Vietnam.

NATIONALITY	NUMBER OF ENTRIES	CHINA EMBASSY/ CONSULATE FEE	VISA APPLICATION CENTER FEE
Vietnamese	3 months - single	45 USD	725,000 VND
	6 months - double	68 USD	725,000 VND
	6 months - multiple	90 USD	725,000 VND
	1 year - multiple	135 USD	725,000 VND
American	Single, double, multiple	139 USD	725,000 VND
Canada	Single, double, multiple	60 USD	725,000 VND
Brazil	Single, double, multiple	105 USD	725,000 VND
Argentina	Single, double, multiple	113 USD	725,000 VND
Other nationalities	3 months - single	23 USD	725,000 VND
	6 months - double	34 USD	725,000 VND
	6 months - multiple	45 USD	725,000 VND
	1 year - multiple	68 USD	725,000 VND

WHERE AND HOW TO APPLY FOR A CHINA TOURIST OR BUSINESS VISA IN VIETNAM

Starting from June 30, 2025, the China visa application process in Vietnam consists of 2 mandatory steps:

STEP 1: Online Application Submission

Visit the official website of the Chinese Visa Application Service Center: www.visaforchina.cn.
Create or log into your account.
Fill out the visa application form online and upload all required documents.
Wait for your application to be reviewed online.
Once the status shows “Online review completed”, you will receive a confirmation email.
Print out the confirmation email and bring it with you to the visa center.

⚠️ Note: Application forms created before or on June 26, 2025, are no longer valid.

STEP 2: Submit Passport and Documents at the Visa Center (In Person)

After receiving the confirmation email, go to the visa center to submit your passport and original supporting documents.
No appointment is required for this step.
Make sure to bring the printed confirmation email showing your online application has been reviewed.

CHINA VISA CENTER IN VIETNAM

There are 3 visa centers for China visa application; foreigners staying in Ha Noi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City can apply for Chinese visa themselves

China Visa Center in Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon Trade Center, 16th Floor, 37 Ton Duc Thang Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Business hours: Monday-Friday, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Submission of applications: 9:00 to 14:30.
Payment and collection: 9:00 to 14:30.

China Visa Center In Ha Noi

7th Floor, Truong Thinh Tower, Trang An Complex, No.1 Phung Chi Kien Street, Nghia Do Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Business hours: Monday-Friday, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Submission of applications: 9:00 to 15:00.
Payment and collection: 9:00 to 15:00.

China Visa Center In Da Nang

Tower B, 8th floor, Indochina Riverside Building, 74 Bach Dang Street, Hai Chau Ward, Da Nang City.
Business hours: Monday-Friday, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Submission of applications: 9:00 to 15:00.
Payment and collection: 9:00 to 15:00.

The new two-step visa application process may feel unfamiliar at first, but don’t worry — we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you're applying for a tourist or business visa, it’s important to prepare your documents carefully and follow each step exactly as required.

If you're unsure how to fill out the online form, what documents to upload, or how to prepare for your in-person submission, our team can guide you through the entire process to help ensure everything goes smoothly.

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