--- title: "China Visa for UAE Residents — Apply Online | eVisas.io" url: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/china description: "China tourist (L) and business (M) visa for UAE residents — eVisas.io supports the COVA / CVASC application from Dubai and Abu Dhabi." lang: en --- Image: China — visa for UAE residents (https://api.evisas.io/storage/v1/object/public/country-images/countries/cn/1760950946089-bzewg3.jpeg) For UAE Residents ## China Visa Image: China flag (https://flagcdn.com/w80/cn.png) # 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. Apply in Under 1 Min AI Passport Scan Transparent Pricing 1-to-1 Arabic & English Support ## 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 1 Passport valid 6+ months with at least 2 blank pages 2 Recent digital passport-style photo (33x48 mm, white background) 3 COVA application form (eVisas.io prepares this) 4 Valid UAE residence visa or Emirates ID for expat applicants 5 Hotel booking and round-trip flight reservation 6 Invitation 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 Pricing varies by nationality 💰 Nationality-based pricing available Most Popular ### 14 Days Single Entry Sticker Visa Need Invitation Letter Embassy Visa 💰 Multi-National Pricing Pricing by Nationality Image: India flag (https://flagcdn.com/w20/in.png) Indian: AED 284.00 🌍 Other: AED 326.00 Select nationality to see specific price 10-15 business days 14 Days Single Entry Original Passport Required (6 month validity with at least two blank page) This is advisory only; optional files can be added later under Additional Documents. #### What's included - Documents & Appointment - Single entry - 14 days stay - +3 more features #### Requirements - Valid Passport (+6Months Validity) - Passport Back Page - photo - UAE Visa / ID - +5 more requirements Image: Speak with a UAE-licensed visa expert for China (https://evisas.io/assets/consultancy-ad-option-5-B7kRsj8g.jpg) Premium Consultancy ### Talk to a UAE-Licensed Visa Expert Available Mon–Sat, 9 AM – 9 PM #### Visa Consultancy — China Expert visa guidance from our team - Personalised eligibility review - Best visa type recommendation - Document preparation guidance - Free hotel & flight reservations for visa application - Expert reply via Email or WhatsApp - 15-min voice call with a visa expert (where applicable) AED 36.75 Service: AED 35.00 VAT (5%): AED 1.75 Response within 24h Expert reviewed ## China Visa for UAE Residents — FAQ ### Can UAE residents apply for a China visa online? ### What documents do UAE residents need for a China visa? ### How long does it take to get a China visa from the UAE? ### Does my nationality affect the China visa fee? ## Other Popular Destinations for UAE Residents - Thailand Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/thailand - Vietnam Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/vietnam - Sri Lanka Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/sri-lanka - Turkey Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/turkey - Georgia Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/georgia - Azerbaijan Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/azerbaijan - Indonesia Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/indonesia - Cambodia Visa for UAE Residents: https://evisas.io/visa-for-uae-residents/cambodia Looking for the full China catalogue? View all China visa types → (https://evisas.io/visa-options/cn) ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can UAE residents apply for a China visa online?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. UAE residents — including expats holding a valid UAE residence visa — can apply for a China visa online through eVisas.io. 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