Visa for Kina
Visa for tourism and business
Visit the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Shanghai. We help you with visa for China.
ⓘ DOX Visumpartner AB is an independent private service — not a government authority. We assist you with the application; official government and embassy fees are additional and shown separately.
Types of visa for Kina
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Visa for China
China requires a visa for Swedish citizens. Applications are made through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in Stockholm.
China currently offers visa-free transit stays of up to 144 hours at certain airports, but longer stays require a visa.
Processing time is normally 4-7 business days. Express service is available.
144-hour visa-free transit
Swedish citizens can stay in China for up to 144 hours without a visa when transiting via selected airports (Beijing, Shanghai, etc.). Does not apply for pure tourist trips.
Important information
- ✓Valid passport (6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
- ✓Completed visa application
- ✓Passport photo (33×48 mm, white background)
- ✓Confirmed return flight booking
- ✓Hotel booking or invitation
- ✓Financial guarantee (bank statement)
Popular destinations in Kina
Great Wall of China
The world's longest structure — a must-see when visiting Beijing.
Forbidden City
Imperial palace in Beijing with 980 buildings and 8,000 rooms.
Shanghai
Modern metropolis with skyline, street food and historic Bund waterfront.
Terracotta Army
Over 8,000 unique clay soldiers in Xi'an — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Guilin
Dramatic karst mountains and Li River — China's most beautiful landscape.
Hong Kong
Separate visa — international city with skyline and dim sum.
How the visa process works
Order online
Fill in the form and send your documents.
We prepare
We review and complete the application.
Submission
We submit at the Chinese Visa Center.
Visa ready
We send your passport with visa to you.
Frequently asked questions about visa for Kina
How do I apply for a visa to China?
Applications are made through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in Stockholm. We handle the entire process.
How long does a Chinese visa take?
Standard processing is 4-7 business days. Express processing can deliver within 2-3 business days.
How much does a visa to China cost?
The price varies by visa type and processing time. Contact us for current prices.
Do I need fingerprints for a Chinese visa?
Yes, fingerprints are required for first-time applications. This is done at the Chinese Visa Center in Stockholm.
Where is the China visa application submitted — the Chinese embassy in Stockholm?
Applications for China are no longer handled directly at the Chinese embassy in Stockholm, but through the official Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in Stockholm, which receives applications on behalf of the embassy. We submit your application there for you.
How long can you stay in China without a visa?
Swedish citizens can use visa-free transit of up to 144 hours at selected airports (Beijing, Shanghai, etc.) when travelling onward to a third country. Tourism and longer stays require a visa.
What is required for a business visa (M) to China?
A business visa (M) normally requires an invitation from a Chinese company or organization in addition to the standard documents. We help you prepare a complete application.
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