China Visa Application Procedure and Fee

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Procedure of Application at CVASC

1. Complete the Application Form on the CVASC's web, print it out, and sign it;
2. Obtain queue number upon arrival at the center and submit your application when your number is called;
3. Pick up your visa on the collection day and pay the fees.

 Application by post is available only at the visa centers in Canberra, Melbourne and Perth. 

Visa Fees (AUD)

Australian citizens

Types Regular Express Rush
Single Entry 45 75 95
Double Entry 68 98 118
6-month Multi-Entry 90 120 140
12-month Multi-Entry 135 165 185

US citizens

Types Regular Express Rush
Single / Double / Multiple Entries 210 240 260

Canadians

Types Regular Express Rush
Single / Double / Multiple Entries 75 105 125
 

Argentina

Types Regular Express Rush
Single / Double / Multiple Entries 150 180 200
 

Brazil

Types Regular Express Rush
Single / Double / Multiple Entries 139 169 189
 

Panama

Types Regular Express Rush
Single / Double / Multiple Entries 64 94 114
 

Citizens of Other Countries

Types Regular Express Rush
Single Entry 38 68 88
Double Entry 57 87 107
6-month Multi-Entry 75 105 125
12-month Multi-Entry 113 143 163

 The fees listed above are the visa fees charged by the embassy or the consulate.
 

Service Fee of the CVASC (Tax Included)

Services Fees
Regular 49.5
Express Level 2 77
Expres Level 1 99
Postal 71.5

 The total fee applicants need to pay is the visa fee plus the service fee of the CVASC.
 

Note:

1. Regular service takes 4 working days; express service takes 3 working days; and rush service takes 2 working days.  And postal service takes 10 working days.
2. All the visa centers accept debit and credit cards (VISA, Master or UnionPay).
- Last updated on Jan. 05, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on China Visa Application Procedure and Fee
Asked by Sue Carter from AUSTRALIA | Mar. 27, 2024 17:23Reply
Is the Chinese embassy closed in Brisbane, Queensland
I have been told that the Chinese embassy has been closed in Brisbane. Where do I now go for visa application interview.
Answers (1)
Answered by Lori | Mar. 27, 2024 23:51
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It's not closed. The location is Level 9, 79 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000.
Asked by Shane from AUSTRALIA | Mar. 05, 2024 17:54Reply
Chinese Tourist visa application
I need to apply for a Tourist visa , i live in Tweed Heads NSW 2 kilometers from the QLD Border and 850 Kilometers from Sydney . The visa application info states i need to apply to the Visa application center in the state in which i reside . Is there a possibility to lodge my application to the Brisbane centre ?
Answers (1)
Answered by James | Mar. 05, 2024 21:47
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Generally, it is not allowed. You can confirm with the Chinese visa center in Brisband: bnecentervisaforchina.org
Asked by Alex from AUSTRALIA | Jan. 18, 2024 00:03Reply
query on correct visa to apply for China as an Australian
I wish to return to China to see my girlfriend a few times in the next 12 months. She is a Chinese national and will of course send me an invitation like she did late last year which i acquired a 3 month single entry with (which was all i wanted at the time). On my 2nd visit this year we wish to marry. There also will be a family member (of hers that will marry in Shanghai late this year).
My question is can i apply for a 12 month multiple entry visa and do i need to show all my entries in and out of china as i would only be aware of the first trip dates when i submit the visa. i have emailed the China visa consulate about 6 times asking what i can do and what are the limitations, but all they reply every single time is it depends on my itinerary. I think they want and need all the dates of in and out of china. So do i just keep applying for 3 month visas? I just would like to have this knowledge so i do not book fligts and then have to cancel these and lose money and be forced to rebook because i booked flights for eg 15 weeks and the limit is 3 months...etc
Also, can an Australian stay longer than 3 months in one time (obviously with a visa longer than 3 months), but can one stay longer without having to leave china and then re-enter? Or, do you have to leave and re-enter every 3 months?
Thank you for your time..I look forward to your reply
Answers (1)
Answered by Jessica | Jan. 18, 2024 17:08
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First, now you can only apply for a normal tourist visa and its longest duration is 3 months.

However, once you get married, you can apply for a Q1 visa which allows you to stay for more than 180 days.
Asked by Alberto from AUSTRALIA | Nov. 16, 2023 19:12Reply
I need a rush type visa
I have completed the Application Form, I need a rush type visa as my flight leave on 27/11/23. Do you need to make an on-line apointment?
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Answered by Green | Nov. 17, 2023 00:54
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The on-line appointment has cancelled now and you can just go to the visa service center directly to submit the required documents and visa application form.
Asked by Sylvia from AUSTRALIA | Sep. 01, 2023 01:40Reply
HK to Shenzhen Visa
Hi
Can I apply for the 5-day Shenzhen Visa On Arrival if I go by MRT Hung Hom Station(HK) to Lo Wu Station (Shenzhen)? Thanks again
Answers (1)
Answered by Andrew | Sep. 03, 2023 20:21
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It is available at Lo Wu. But there are too many applicatns. If you don't want to wait in a long queue, go to Shekou by ferry.
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