Visa Information

Overview

It is applicable in case you are travelling for tourism. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Above mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid by cash or mobile payment in CNY.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	Tourism-EN – Beijing
	Tourism-EN - Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

Business visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	Business Visit or Short Professional Training -- Beijing
	Business Visit or Short Professional Training -- Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

Visit to family or friend visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for visiting your family member or friend. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	Visiting Family or Friends Visa -- Beijing
	Visiting Family or Friends Visa -- Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for taking part in cultural/sports events. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	Cultural or Sports Event-- Beijing
	Cultural or Sports Event -- Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for Marriage Purposes. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	Marriage Purposes- Beijing
	Marriage Purposes- Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling to Luxembourg and applicants are EU Family member. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	EU Family - Beijing
	EU Family - Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling as a member of ADS Tour Groups. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

	ADS Groups-EN-Beijing
	ADS Groups - Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.

Overview

This visa is given for a travel period of more than 90 days.

Visa Fees

Visa Fee and Service Charges

The below rates apply from the month of Mar 2025.

Visa Fees waived categories

Visa application fees - 90€ for a Short Stay Visa (Visa Type C) and 50€ for a Long Stay Visa (Visa Type D) - to be paid in CNY. Please note that the amount of the visa application fee in CNY is determined and regularly reviewed in application with the Euro Foreign Exchange reference rate set by the European Central Bank.

Visa application fees for children age 6-12 are 45€, to be paid in CNY.

Visa fees are exempted for the below listed individuals:

• children under 6 years;
• school pupils, undergraduates, postgraduates and accompanying teaching staff who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling within the European Union for the purpose of carrying out to scientific research;
• family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens, as specified here (see ‘Who is concerned’)

The visa fee is not refundable if a negative decision is taken on the application or if the application is withdrawn.

Documents Required

	Long Term Visa - Beijing
	Long Term Visa - Shanghai

Photo Specifications

2 recent photographs (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background)

Please stick one photo on the application form and attach the other one with a paper clip.

A Photograph submitted with the application should comply with the following specifications:

• Latest photograph not older than 6 months
• Colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
• Should be passport sized 45mm x 35mm
• 70-80% of the photograph should be covered by face
• Full face straight profile photograph, 30-36 mm from point of the chin to head
• Should be taken against a light background
• Should be without sunglasses, hat or cap
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, after consideration on case to case basis if the applicant wears headgear on religious grounds.
• Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses. The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes

Please note that photographs should meet the above mentioned specifications.

Processing Time

The procedure for a visa application may vary depending on the purpose and duration of the visit.

The application must be submitted by the applicant personally or a delegated person at least 15 calendar days before the intended departure, but not earlier than 6 months before the start of the intended visit. Please be advised that the application shall be decided on within 15 calendar days of the date of their lodging.

Download Forms

Please click on the relevant document to download your visa application form.

	Visa Application Form
	Authorization Letter

Attention:

• for minors, signatures of both parents or legal guardians are required
• the form shall be filled out electronically with latin alphabet.
• all mandatory fields shall be completed.