I. Before preparing materials and submitting your application, please carefully read the following important information:

1. The Office of the People's Republic of China to the State of Palestine (hereafter referred to as "the Office") reserves the right, in accordance with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China, to interpret, adjust, and modify the specific visa application procedures; to conduct case-by-case reviews of visa applications; to delay processing, refuse, or cancel an issued visa without providing reasons; and to determine the validity period, duration of stay, and number of entries for a visa based on the specific circumstances of each case. The Office shall not be liable for any financial losses incurred by applicants due to the aforementioned reasons. If a visa cannot be used due to personal reasons or force majeure, the applicant shall bear full responsibility, and the fees paid to The Office are non-refundable.

2. The China Online Visa Processing System will be officially launched by Office of the People’s Republic of China to the State of Palestine on June 30th, 2025. All applicants (including holders of diplomatic or service passports, excluding applicants for visas to Hong Kong or Macao SARs) must register and log into the China Online Visa Processing System to apply for a visa. Applicants should complete the application form truthfully and thoroughly. After submitting the online application form and required materials, please wait for the preliminary online review. If the preliminary review is approved, you may come to the Office to submit your passport and collect biometric information without prior appointment. Any false, incomplete, or misleading information or provision of fraudulent materials may result in the refusal of the visa application or denial of entry into China. The Consular officers may, at their discretion, require applicants to submit additional supporting documents or supplementary materials, or to attend an interview at the Office.

3. All applicants are required to collect fingerprints at The Office except for the following:

(1) Applicants under the age of 14 or over the age of 70;

(2) Applicants applying for single or double-entry short-term visas (stay duration not exceeding 180 days) at Chinese Consular department abroad from September 2, 2024 to December 31, 2025;

(3) Heads of State or Government and accompanying family members;

(4) Applicants eligible for Chinese diplomatic, service, or courtesy visas (except where reciprocal requirements apply);

(5) Personnel assigned to diplomatic or consular missions in China and their accompanying spouses, parents, and minor children;

(6) Persons suffering from mutilation of all 10 fingers or whose fingerprints cannot be collected.

4. After the online application is submitted, the Office will have a preliminary review within 1 to 2 working days. Processing may be extended if documents are incomplete or require verification. After submitting the passport and materials in person at the Office, the processing time for normal service is 4 working days; express service takes 3 working days (counting the day of passport submission).

II. Steps to apply for a visa

Step 1: Prepare Visa Application MaterialsPlease read Section III: Required Documents for Visa Application carefully and prepare the necessary materials accordingly.

Step 2: Complete the Online Application Form
Please register and log into the The China Online Visa Processing System (https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/) and fill in and submit the visa application form online. It is recommended to first check "Step-by- Step Guidance" for process details, then click "Start an Application" to complete the online form.

Please note: Only after clicking "Confirm and Submit" is the application considered successfully submitted. The application status will show as "Preliminary Review is in progress. Please follow closely the changes of status of your application " in the "Track my Application" section.

Step 3: Await Review
Please follow closely the changes of status of your application in the "Track my Application" section. If there are issues with the form or materials, follow the Office's feedback and modify, update, or supplement as required.

Step 4: Submit Passport and Materials (if necessary) at the Office
If the application status shows "Passport to be submitted", the applicant shall come to The Office in person to submit the passport and any required materials. No appointment is needed. Applicants exempt from fingerprint collection may entrust others to submit the passport and materials. Check the Office's location and opening hours before visiting.

Step 5: Payment and Passport CollectionAfter submitting the passport and materials, take the pick-up form issued by the Office to Arab Bank for payment. Please Return to The Office on the collection date stated on the pick-up form, presenting both the pick-up form and the bank receipt, to collect your passport.

III. Required Documents for Visa Application

A. Basic Application Documents

1. Passport: Original passport valid for at least 6 months with blank visa pages.

2. Proof of Legal Stay/Residence (For applicants applying outside their country of nationality): Valid documents proving your legal status (stay, residence, work, study) or valid visa in the country where you are applying.

B. Supporting Documents Based on Visa TypePlease determine the visa category based on the table below and provide the corresponding materials.

C. Supporting Documents Required for Each Visa Type:

Ø C Visa: Letter of guarantee from a foreign transportation company or invitation letter issued by a relevant Chinese entity.

Ø D Visa: Original "Confirmation Form for Foreigner's Permanent Residence Status in China" issued by the Ministry of Public Security of China. Please submit the digital copy online and bring the original when submitting your passport.

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a foreigner's residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.

Ø F Visa: Invitation letter issued by a Chinese entity or individual.

n The letter must include: 

u Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

u Information on the planned visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures)

u Information on the inviting entity or individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual)

Ø G Visa: An onward air (train or ship) ticket with confirmed date to the destination country or region.

Ø J1 Visa: Visa Notification Letter issued by the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. Applicants should contact The Office first to complete relevant procedures.

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a journalist residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.

Ø J2 Visa: 

n Foreign journalists invited for short-term news coverage: Visa Notification Letter issued by an authorized unit approved by the Chinese authorities for the journalist's short-term coverage in China. 

n Journalists accompanying high-level governmental delegations (ministerial level or above): Verbal Note from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or relevant departments. 

n Temporary journalists working for foreign news agencies in China: Notification Letter from the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 

n Applicants should contact The Office first to complete relevant procedures.

Ø L Documents showing the itinerary including air ticket booking record (round trip) and proof of a hotel reservation, etc. or an invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in China. The letter must include: 

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

n Information on the planned visit (arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, etc.)

n Information on the inviting entity or individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual)

Ø M Visa: Invitation letter issued by a Chinese business partner; participants of the Canton Fair must provide a Canton Fair invitation letter. The letter must include: 

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

n Information on the planned visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures)

n Information on the inviting entity or individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual)

Ø Q1 Visa: Invitation letter issued by a Chinese citizen residing in China or a foreigner with a Chinese permanent residence permit. The letter must include:

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

n Information on the visit ( purpose of visit, intended arrival date, place(s) of intended residence, intended duration of residence, arrival and departure dates, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures)

n Information on the inviting individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of legal representative or the inviting individual, etc.)

n Photocopy of Chinese ID of the inviting individual or foreign passport and permanent residence permit.

n Original and photocopy of certification showing the relationship of family members between applicant and inviting individual. Please submit the digital copy online and bring the original when submitting your passport. 

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.

Ø Q2 Visa: Invitation letter issued by a Chinese citizen residing in China or a foreigner with a Chinese permanent residence permit. The letter must include:

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.) 

n Information on the visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting individual, financial source for expenditures)

n Information on the inviting individual (name, contact number, address, signature etc.)

n Photocopy of Chinese ID or foreign passport and permanent residence permit of the inviting individual

Ø R Visa: Relevant official letter issued by competent Chinese authorities.

Ø S1 Visa: Invitation letter issued by a foreigner residing in China. The letter must include: 

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

n Information on the visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place of intended residence, relations between the applicant and the inviting individual, financial source for expenditures, etc.)

n Information on the inviting individual (name, contact telephone number, address, signature, etc.)

n A photocopy of the inviting individual's passport and residence permit

n Original and photocopy of certification showing the relationship of family members between applicants and inviting individual. Please submit the digital copy online and bring the original when submitting your passport. 

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.

Ø S2 Visa: Copy of the inviter's valid passport and residence permit or visa. Invitation letter issued by the inviter. The letter must include: 

n Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)

n Information on the visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting individual, financial source for expenditures, etc.)

n Information on the inviting individual (name, contact telephone number, address, signature, etc.)

n Original and photocopy of certification showing the relationship of family members between applicants and inviting individual.

n Other relevant documents required based on the specific purpose of the visit to China.

Ø X1 Visa: Admission Notice issued by the admitting school/institution in China."Visa Application for Study in China" Form (Form JW201 or JW202).

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.

Ø X2 Visa: Admission Notice issued by the admitting school/institution in China.

Ø Z Visa: Provide ONE of the following:

n Foreigners Employment Permit of the People's Republic of China issued by Chinese government authorities for Human Resources and Social Security.

n Permit for Foreign Experts Working in China issued by the State Bureau of Foreign Experts.

n Registration Certificate of Resident Representative Offices of enterprises of foreign countries(regions) issued by Chinese authorities of industrial and commercial administration.

n An approval document for commercial performances issued by the Chinese government authorities for cultural affairs.

n Letter of Invitation to Foreigners for Offshore Petroleum Operations in China issued by China National Offshore Oil Corporation.

n Kindly note that: Holders must apply for a foreigner's residence permit at the immigration administration of the public security bureau at or above the county level in their intended place of residence within 30 days of entering China.