Visa to China | Tourist, business & work

Visa to China

China visa applications leave zero room for mistakes. Wrong photo format? Refusal. Wrong form? Refusal. Money back? No. We have done this hundreds of times and review everything before submission.

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Choose visa type for China

Transparent pricing. Choose Basic, Priority or VIP — Priority is most chosen.

Most chosen

Tourist visa (L)

Holiday and sightseeing, usually 30 to 90 days

Choose your package

Times show when we start working on your application, not when the visa is ready. Embassy or authority processing is extra.

Basic

Handled by AI Agent

Start within 3 business days

2 485 kr

Delivered by email
Corrections: 50 kr each
No refund guarantee

Order Basic

Most chosen

Priority

Dedicated specialist

Start within 1 business day

2 950 kr

Free corrections before submission
Photo & passport check
Online status tracking

Order Priority

VIP

Personal assistant

Start within max 2 hours

3 750 kr

Status via My pages / SMS
100% refund + free retry if we err
Free re-issue if flight/dates change

Order VIP

Other visa types

Select a package in the row and press Order. Priority is pre-selected.

Business visa (M)

When invitation from Chinese company is required

Order

Visitor visa

Private visit with invitation

Order

Student visa

Studies in China

Order

Work visa

Work for a Chinese employer

Order

Crew visa

Flight or ship crew

Order

Business visa Shanghai

Special handling via Shanghai

Order

The price includes the government fee and our service fee. Shipping and photo service may apply when needed. Contact us if you are unsure about the type.

Correct path

CVASC or embassy?

Most Swedish visa applications for China go via CVASC (Chinese Visa Application Service Center) in Stockholm. Certain cases, such as journalist visas or special circumstances, are handled directly by the Chinese Embassy. We know which path applies to your visa type.

Official embassy page: Chinese Embassy in Sweden

Overview

How it works for China

Swedish citizens always need a visa to travel to China. China is known for its detail-sensitive visa process where the smallest error leads to refusal. The photo must be exactly 33 × 48 mm with a specific background, the form must be filled in without errors and the invitation must have the correct format. VIZA starts from what CVASC or the Chinese Embassy in Stockholm actually requires for your specific visa type. Then we review photo, form and invitation before submission. Common cases are tourist trips to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, business meetings, studies and work.

When needed

When do Swedes need a visa for China?

A visa is always required for Swedish citizens. These are the situations we see most:

You will visit Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou or another city as a tourist
You have a business meeting, fair or factory visit with a Chinese counterpart
You will study at a Chinese university or language school
You have been hired by a Chinese employer
You will visit family or friends living in China
You work as flight or ship crew on routes to China

Which documents are needed for a China visa?

Documents by visa type. Expand a box to see the list.

01 Tourist visa (L)

Online application form
Visa photo 33 × 48 mm (white background)
Original passport (at least 6 months, 2 blank pages)
Booking confirmation for flight and hotel
Travel itinerary
Bank statement or employer certificate if needed

02 Business visa (M/F)

Online application form
Visa photo 33 × 48 mm
Original passport
Invitation from Chinese company (correct format)
Company registration certificate
Booking confirmation for flight and hotel

03 Work and student visas

Online application form
Visa photo 33 × 48 mm
Original passport
Employment contract or admission letter
Health check (if needed)
Education certificates or diplomas

From order to approved China visa

The usual chain from review to return. Expand a step if you want more detail.

1 Order and upload

Choose visa type and upload passport copy, photo and any invitation. We tell you immediately if something is missing or needs to be added.
2 We review photo and form

The Chinese embassy is extremely strict about photo format (33 × 48 mm, white background, no glasses). We check everything before submission.
3 We prepare submission

We book an appointment at CVASC or the embassy and prepare all documents according to their checklist.
4 Submission at CVASC or embassy

We submit your application in person. You avoid queuing and risking incorrect submission.
5 Return and follow-up

The passport comes back with tracked post. We follow up until the visa is ready and notify you of any changes.

Important

No power of attorney needed for China

Unlike Russia, China does not require a legalised power of attorney for us to submit your application. CVASC accepts that we act as your representative with your signature on the form. This makes the process simpler but no less detail-sensitive.

What typical China cases look like with us

Expand a case to see documents, route and timing.

Tourist trip to Beijing or Shanghai Classic city break or backpacking in China with a tourist visa.

Typical documents

Application form
Visa photo 33 × 48 mm
Booking confirmation for flight and hotel
Travel itinerary

Photo and form review → CVASC submission

Often 5 to 7 business days in Standard

Business meeting or factory visit Shorter business trip to China with an invitation from a Chinese company.

Typical documents

Invitation from Chinese company
Application form
Visa photo
Booking confirmation

Invitation reviewed → CVASC submission

Often 5 to 7 business days

Studies at a Chinese university Admission to a language course or university studies in China.

Typical documents

Admission letter from university
Application form
Visa photo
Health check if needed

Admission letter → CVASC submission

Often 5 to 7 business days

Work for a Chinese employer Employment contract with a Chinese company requiring a Z visa.

Typical documents

Employment contract
Invitation from employer
Education certificates
Health check

Employment contract reviewed → CVASC or embassy

Often 7 to 14 business days depending on follow-ups

Translation, timing and embassy

Is Chinese translation needed?

For the visa application, translation of Swedish documents is normally not required. The application form is filled in English. The invitation from the Chinese company should be in Chinese or English. If you have Swedish documents to be used in China after entry (e.g. for work or studies), authorized translation may be needed separately.

Timeline for a China visa

Chinese authorities always determine the final processing time. Standard usually takes 4 to 6 business days from submission at CVASC. VIP means we prioritise your application with us and submit faster, but the Chinese embassy cannot guarantee shorter processing. The total is affected by:

whether the photo has exactly the right format (33 × 48 mm, white background)
whether the form is correctly filled in without errors
whether the invitation has the correct format and stamp
queue at CVASC in Stockholm
whether the application is supplemented by CVASC or the embassy
post for passport and return

CVASC and the Chinese Embassy in Stockholm

Most visa applications for China go via CVASC (Chinese Visa Application Service Center) in Stockholm. Certain special cases are handled directly by the Chinese Embassy. We know which path applies to your visa type and book an appointment at the right instance.

Submission at CVASC in Stockholm
We book the appointment and submit for you
Follow-ups handled by us
Tracked return of passport
VIP service for prioritised handling with us

Chinese Embassy in Sweden →

FAQ about visas to China

Do Swedish citizens need a visa for China?

Yes, always. Tourist visa (L), business visa (M), work visa (Z) or another type depending on purpose. The application is made before departure via CVASC or the embassy.

What is CVASC?

CVASC (Chinese Visa Application Service Center) is the service center that handles most visa applications for China in Sweden. We submit your application there for you.

Which visa type should I choose?

It depends on the purpose. Tourist visa (L) for holiday, business visa (M) for meetings, work visa (Z) for work, student visa (X) for studies. We help you choose correctly.

How long does it take?

Standard usually takes 4 to 6 business days from submission at CVASC. VIP means we prioritise your application with us and submit faster, but the Chinese embassy cannot guarantee shorter processing. We recommend applying at least 2 weeks before departure.

Can I transit through China without a visa?

Yes, China offers visa-free transit (24 to 144 hours) in selected cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Chengdu, provided you travel onward to a third country.

What is the most important thing to remember?

The photo format. The Chinese embassy is extremely strict that the photo is exactly 33 × 48 mm with a white background, no glasses and straight on. Wrong photo is the most common reason for refusal.

Can I extend my visa in China?

It is difficult and not guaranteed. Apply for the right validity from the start instead. We help you choose the right number of days and entries.

What happens if I get rejected?

We review everything before submission to minimise the risk. If rejected, we analyse the reason and help you with a new application if possible.

Unsure which visa type you need?

Send a scan of your passport and describe your trip. We tell you exactly which type fits and what is required, with a price before start.