China Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 28 Aug 2026
You need a L (Group) Tourist Visa
Always verify with official sources before you travel.
E‑visa not available for your profile
Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None
Visa fee
Destination at a glance
Capital
Beijing
Continent
Asia
Currency
Yuan Renminbi (CNY)
Phone code
+86
Language
Mandarin
Exchange rate
1 CNY = 41.2356 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
4,123.56
USD
14.88
Best Months to Travel
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani ordinary passport holders, who must obtain a visa prior to travel
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani ordinary passport holders, who must obtain a visa prior to travel
Application notes
- Pakistani ordinary passport holders are not eligible for visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival, or e-visa facilities
- Tourism is restricted to the L (Group) visa category, requiring participation in an authorized tourist group of at least five people
- Pakistani ordinary passport holders are exempt from Chinese embassy visa fees under a bilateral agreement
- Applicants must use the official COVA portal to complete the online application form
- Submission of physical documents must be completed at the designated Gerry's Chinese Visa Application Service Center based on the applicant's permanent residence
- A Police Character Certificate, apostilled or attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan, is a mandatory requirement
- Processing typically takes four working days after submission to the visa center, with no urgent service available at the embassy level
Application Process
Step 1
Complete the online visa application at cova.mfa.gov.cn (COVA), upload documents, and print the signed form and confirmation page
Step 2
After receiving the Online Visa Approved email, submit your passport, confirmation page, and original documents in person at Gerry's Chinese Visa Application Service Center for your consular district
Step 3
Pay the Gerry's CVASC service fee and collect your passport when notified (embassy processing is typically 4 working days after submission)
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Printed COVA online application form
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Invitation Letter for Tourist Group
- Police Character Certificate attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan
- Recent passport-sized photographs meeting official specifications
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity recommended)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry for travelers from Pakistan
Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my visa application?▾
You must submit your application and supporting documents at the Gerry's Chinese Visa Application Service Center corresponding to your permanent residence
How long does the visa processing take?▾
Processing typically takes four working days after your documents are submitted to the visa center
Is there a fee for the visa itself?▾
Pakistani ordinary passport holders are exempt from Chinese embassy visa fees, though a service fee is charged by the visa center