Yes, a visa is required to travel from China to India.
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Do I need a visa for India from China?
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Chinese nationals need a visa for India. An e-Visa is applied for online before departure through India's official portal.
A Chinese citizen planning a tourist or business trip to India must obtain a visa before travelling. The electronic route runs through the official e-Visa portal, where the application is completed and paid for online. The passport should remain valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Chinese passport holders must obtain a visa to enter India; no exemption applies. An e-Visa covers common purposes (tourism, business, medical). The passport should remain valid for at least six months and have blank pages.
How and where to apply
The e-Visa application is filed online on the official portal of India's Bureau of Immigration (indianvisaonline.gov.in): form, photo, passport page and payment. For categories not covered by the e-Visa, the application goes through the Indian embassy or consulate in China.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for six months, a photo in the required format, a scanned passport page and proof of travel. The exact fee is not confirmed here: check the amount shown on the official portal at the time you apply.
Processing and tips
Submit the e-Visa application several days before departure, as processing can take time and sometimes requires extra documents. Make sure the travel purpose matches the e-Visa category and enter only through authorised entry points.
Common mistakes
Common errors: a non-compliant photo or passport page, an e-Visa category that does not match the purpose, or applying too late. Always verify current requirements on the official portal before booking.
Official sources
- India e-Visa portal (Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs)
- Bureau of Immigration, India
- Embassy of India, Beijing – consular services
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to India from China?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in India?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for India?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, India offers among others: Film visa, Entry visa (X) - family of Indian citizen, Transit visa, Business e-Visa, Conference e-Visa, Project Visa (power/steel sector).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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