Can UAE residents apply for a China visa online?

Yes. UAE residents — including expats holding a valid UAE residence visa — can apply for a China visa online through eVisas.io. The application takes under a minute and you'll receive your visa by email once approved.

What documents do UAE residents need for a China visa?

You typically need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a copy of your UAE residence visa or Emirates ID, a recent passport-sized photo, and proof of return travel. eVisas.io will list the exact requirements for your nationality before you pay.

How long does it take to get a China visa from the UAE?

Standard processing for most China eVisas takes 3–7 business days. Express options can deliver your visa in 24–72 hours depending on visa type. Exact timelines are shown on each visa option before checkout.

Does my nationality affect the China visa fee?

Yes. China sets visa fees by passport nationality, not by where you live. eVisas.io automatically shows the correct government fee and service charge for your nationality once you select it.

China Visa for UAE Residents

Apply online from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or anywhere in the UAE — no embassy visit required.

China has reopened to UAE travellers with new visa-free transit options and streamlined L (tourist) and M (business) visas. UAE residents apply through the China Online Visa Application (COVA) portal, then submit biometrics at the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre (CVASC) in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. eVisas.io handles the full COVA preparation and books your biometrics slot.

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Why UAE Residents Pick China

L visa (tourism) and M visa (business) — single, double and multi-entry options

240-hour visa-free transit available at major Chinese airports for many nationalities

Direct flights from DXB to PEK, PVG, CAN, HKG daily

Biometrics enrolment at CVASC Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Standard turnaround 4–7 working days, express tier available

Government fee shown transparently per nationality before checkout

Eligibility for UAE Residents

1Passport valid 6+ months with at least 2 blank pages

2Recent digital passport-style photo (33x48 mm, white background)

3COVA application form (eVisas.io prepares this)

4Valid UAE residence visa or Emirates ID for expat applicants

5Hotel booking and round-trip flight reservation

6Invitation letter for business (M) visa

Documents You'll Need

Valid Passport (+6Months Validity)

Passport Back Page

photo

UAE Visa / ID

NOC (from Employer)

Trade License (if Partner Visa )

Invitation Letter

Bank statement (3 Months)

CHINA DETAILS XL FILE (check in Documents)

Available China Visas

Select Nationality

Pricing varies by nationality

💰 Nationality-based pricing available

14 Days Single Entry Sticker Visa Need Invitation Letter
Embassy Visa

💰 Multi-National Pricing

Pricing by Nationality

Indian:

AED 284.00

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Other:

AED 326.00

Select nationality to see specific price

10-15 business days

14 Days Single Entry

What's included

Documents & Appointment
Single entry
14 days stay

Requirements

Valid Passport (+6Months Validity)
Passport Back Page
photo
UAE Visa / ID