China Tourist Visa Fee from Nepal 2026: Full Cost Breakdown in NPR

China tourist visa for Nepali citizens (2026). China Tourist Visa Fee from Nepal 2026: Full Cost Breakdown in NPR — verified against Embassy of the People's Republic of China — Kathmandu and updated when the rules change. processing Regular ~4 working days (post COVA approval); Express 2 ~3 days; Express 1 ~2 days; allowed stay 30 / 60 days per entry (consul discretion). Below: the official figures, the document checklist, proof-of-funds guidance, the embassy contact, and the mistakes that get Nepali files refused.

How much does the China tourist visa cost from Nepal?

The headline government fee for the China tourist visa is Varies by visa class — confirm on the official portal. Budget on top of that for the Nepal-side extras every applicant pays: passport-size photos, a notary-certified English translation of any Nepali-language document, bank-statement printouts and, where required, the visa-centre service charge. Convert the embassy fee to NPR on the day you pay — rates move, and most missions collect in USD or the destination currency.

China Tourist Visa (L) — key facts

Visa class	China Tourist Visa (L)
Government fee	Varies by visa class — confirm on the official portal
Processing time	Regular ~4 working days (post COVA approval); Express 2 ~3 days; Express 1 ~2 days
Allowed stay	30 / 60 days per entry (consul discretion)
Validity	3 months single / 6 months / 1 year / 2 years / 5 years multi
Entries	Single, Double, 6-month Multiple, or 12-month Multiple
Funds required	Bank statement (last 3 months) having ending balance of NPR 3 lakh (3,00,000)
How to apply	(1) Complete COVA at cova.mfa.gov.cn -> (2) Submit at CVASC Rising Mall, Kamaladi (Mon–Fri 09:00–15:00) -> (3) Pay in NPR cash / QR -> (4) Collect passport Mon–Fri 13:00–16:00

Documents China asks Nepali applicants for

• Passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank visa pages) + photocopy of bio + Nepali visa/permit page
• COVA-printed application form (signed) — Mandatory pre-step at cova.mfa.gov.cn since 25 June 2025.
• Photo (48 × 33 mm, white background, no glasses, no smile, < 6 months old)
• Round-trip ticket OR Nepali invitation host details
• Hotel booking
• Travel itinerary
• Bank statement (last 3 months) having ending balance of NPR 3 lakh (3,00,000)
• Nepali citizenship certificate copy
• For Tibet (Kerung border crossing): Group Visa from Embassy Kathmandu + Tibet Travel Permit from TAR agency (if applicable) — Mandatory if crossing into Tibet from Nepal.

Proof of funds for the China tourist visa

China expects Bank statement (last 3 months) having ending balance of NPR 3 lakh (3,00,000) for this class. As a Nepali applicant, show a 3–6 month bank statement plus income proof matched to your source: salary slips and an employer/leave letter if you're employed, business registration (PAN/VAT) and tax clearance if self-employed, or a sponsor's bank statement and a notarised sponsorship letter if someone funds your trip. Money that lands suddenly just before you apply is a common refusal trigger — keep the balance steady for months.

Processing time, validity & extension

Plan for Regular ~4 working days (post COVA approval); Express 2 ~3 days; Express 1 ~2 days once China has a complete file. The visa is valid 3 months single / 6 months / 1 year / 2 years / 5 years multi and lets you stay 30 / 60 days per entry (consul discretion) (Single, Double, 6-month Multiple, or 12-month Multiple). Apply at least 3–4 weeks before departure; festivals and embassy holidays in both countries can stretch the window. If you need longer in China, ask about the in-country extension rule before your stay expires — overstaying jeopardises every future application.

Before you apply: the Nepal-side prep

Every Nepali-language document — citizenship certificate, birth or marriage certificate, property papers, income proof — must be submitted with a notary-certified English translation. Carry the original plus one photocopy of each, and make sure your name is spelled identically everywhere: passport, ticket, hotel booking and bank statement. A single mismatch is enough to trigger a query.

Why China files get refused — and how to avoid it

• Inconsistent funds — a balance that jumps right before applying.
• Missing translations — Nepali documents submitted without certified English versions.
• Mismatched dates — the flight, hotel and itinerary don't line up.
• Weak ties to Nepal — no job, study, property or family pull to return to.
• Wrong visa class — applying as a tourist for a work or study purpose.

Where Nepalis apply

Embassy of the People's Republic of China — Kathmandu
Hattisar, Baluwatar, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 4234)
Phone: +977 1 4411740
Email: [email protected]
Official site: https://np.china-embassy.gov.cn
Visa centre: Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) — Kathmandu, 1st Floor, Rising Mall, Kamaladi, Kathmandu, Nepal · +977-1-4169043 · [email protected] · Submission Mon–Fri 09:00–15:00 · Macau visa Tue/Wed/Thu only 09:00–15:00 · Passport collection Mon–Fri 13:00–16:00.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China tourist visa cost from Nepal?

The government fee varies by visa class — check the official portal, plus Nepal-side costs (photos, certified translations, bank statements, and any visa-centre charge).

How long does the China tourist visa take for Nepali citizens?

Allow Regular ~4 working days (post COVA approval); Express 2 ~3 days; Express 1 ~2 days from a complete submission. Apply 3–4 weeks before travel to absorb peak-season and document-request delays.

What documents do Nepalis need for the China tourist visa?

Passport (6+ months), photos, bank statements / proof of funds, a confirmed flight and hotel, and purpose-specific letters — with notary-certified English translations of Nepali-language documents.

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a China visa?

Embassy of the People's Republic of China — Kathmandu, Hattisar, Baluwatar, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 4234), or the visa centre Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) — Kathmandu. Online: https://www.visaforchina.cn/KTM3_EN/qianzhengyewu (CVASC Kathmandu) · https://cova.mfa.gov.cn (COVA online application — mandatory pre-step since 25 June 2025) · https://np.china-embassy.gov.cn (Embassy Kathmandu — diplomatic only).

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