China Visa for South Korean citizens

China tourist visa conditions for South Korean citizens

• Visa stay

  1 month
• Visa term

  Short term
• Visa applicant

  Required

China visa requirements for South Korean citizens

• Visa Application Form

  Completed Online application form for China, ensure all sections are filled out accurately and legibly, incomplete or incorrect forms may result in delays or denial of your visa application, double-check for any errors before submission.
• 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.
• 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.

  Get Flight Itinerary
• 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.

  Get Hotel Itinerary

How to apply for China tourist visa from South Korea

• 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
  Valid passport

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

  Create your account online, select the type of visa you are applying for, and follow the prompts to complete the online visa application form, this form requires personal information, passport details, and intended travel plans to China, make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely.
• 4
  Upload documents

  Submit your application form and upload all the necessary documents as well, ensure that all documents are in order and up-to-date.
• 5
  Online payment

  After submitting the application, you will need to pay the visa application fee, the visa application fee can be paid using a credit card, debit card, or cash, the visa application fee is non-refundable, so make sure to carefully review your application and supporting documents before submitting them.
• 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.
• 7
  Recieve visa

  If your application is approved, you will receive your China visa via email, once you receive your visa, download and print the e-visa and carry it with you when traveling to China.

China tourist visa things to consider

• Visa waiver is valid until 31 December, 2026.
• 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan) using any mode of transport. Must have a confirmed onward ticket/itinerary, and enter through 1 of 64 approved ports.
• During which, may freely travel within the 24 provinces permitted for visa-free transit and engage in tourism, business, and visits.
• 24-hour visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), is available at most international airports, without leaving the airport.
• Travellers who need to leave the airport may obtain a temporary entry permit from immigration.
• 5-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) for Shenzhen if arriving at designated ports of entry from Hong Kong by land or sea, for stays within Shenzhen.
• 3-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) if arriving in Zhuhai or Xiamen at designated ports of entry, for stays within the respective city.
• 15-day visa-free entry for cruise ship passengers in tour groups, if arriving at any cruise port along China\'s coastline, including but not limited to Tianjin; Dalian; Shanghai; Lianyungang; Wenzhou; Zhoushan; Xiamen; Qingdao; Guangzhou; Shenzhen; Beihai; Haikou; Sanya. May further travel inland to all regions of coastal provinces (and equivalents) and Beijing.
• May apply for a port visa (Visa on Arrival) if travelling for an urgent, qualified reason. Prior clearance for port visa is highly recommended or may be denied boarding by airlines.

China tourist visa advice