China Visa for Indonesian citizens 2024

China tourist visa for Indonesian citizens

China tourist visa conditions for Indonesian citizens

China tourist visa requirements for Indonesian citizens

• Passport Photo

  A passport photo is required, the photo must be no older than 6 months and must meet the specific requirements set by China authorities, such as size, background color, and facial expression, ensure the photo is of high quality to avoid any issues.
• Passport

  Original passport or travel document of Indonesia with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, the passport should be in good condition without any damage that could render it invalid.
• Passport Copy

  A clear scan copy of your passport with information pages that have your signature, provide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details, and passport issue and expiry dates, the passport must be valid for six months beyond the expiry date of the visa, ensure the scan is clear and all details are readable.
• Previous Visa

  Previous visas if available, these can include visas from other countries you have visited, providing these helps demonstrate your travel history and compliance with visa regulations.
• Previous Passport

  Provide a previous passport of Indonesia if any, this can help verify your travel history and identity, ensure you provide clear copies of all relevant pages.
• Bank Statement

  A recent monthly bank statement of the applicant from Indonesia, the statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement, if statements are printed online, they must be authenticated (stamped) by bank officials, this document helps demonstrate your financial stability.
• Current Details

  Employed:

  • A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job.

  • Current bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  • Original pay slips

  Self Employed:

  • Include a copy of your business license

  • Company bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  Student:

  • Submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester.

  • No Object certificate from School or University.

  • Retired:

  • Submit proof of your retirement fund.
• Accomodation Proof

  Accommodation reservation in China for the duration of your visit, the reservation should include the name and address of the accommodation, your check-in and check-out dates, and confirmation of your booking, this helps verify where you will be staying during your trip.
• Travel Proof

  A round-trip flight reservation for China, this should include details of your departure and return flights, with confirmed booking references, this helps verify your travel plans and intended stay duration.

How to apply for China tourist visa from Indonesia

1. 1
   Gather required documents

   Gather all the necessary documents required for a China tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the China authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
2. 2
   Valid passport

   Check your Indonesia passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in China, if not, apply for a new Indonesia passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
3. 3
   Fill application form

   You will need to fill out a visa application form, which is available at the immigration counter, this form requires personal information, passport details, and intended travel plans to China, make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely.
4. 4
   Schedule appointment

   Schedule an appointment with the China embassy or consulate where you will submit your application, you can do this online or by contacting the embassy or consulate.
5. 5
   Submit documents

   Submit your application form along with your passport to the officer at the China embassy or consulate, you will be required to provide all the necessary documents as well, ensure that all documents are in order and up-to-date.
6. 6
   Visa processing

   The processing time for the visa process is typically a few days, during this time, your application, passport, and any other documents will be reviewed by an immigration officer, the visa application will either be approved or denied based on the information provided in the application and the supporting documents.
7. 7
   Recieve visa

   If the application is approved, the applicant will receive the China visa in their passport and can collect the passport from the China embassy or consulate.

China tourist visa things to consider

• Visa on arrival is available for Indonesian passport holders with specific conditions and at only some ports of entry.
• Visa not required when arriving and departing from Hainan Island (HAK)
• Passengers traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival at Shenzhen (SZX) for a maximum stay of 5 days. They must not leave Shenzhen during their stay. This is commonly done by entering Shenzhen from Hong Kong through the Lo Wu (Luohu) border crossing where VoA formalities are done.
• 24-hour visa-free transit is technically available, but so many people got denied, so relying on this is highly not recommended. However, unofficially you might have a chance if you have 10+ hours of layover.

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