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title: China visa for citizens of Yemen
description: "Citizens of Yemen need a visa for China and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 4–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# China visa for citizens of Yemen

Citizens of Yemen need a visa for China and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (L)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 4–5 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements or pay slips for the last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Complete online visa application form** — Fill the form on the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre website and print the confirmation
2. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at your nearest Chinese Visa Application Service Centre or embassy
3. **Prepare supporting documents** — Gather all required documents as per the checklist
4. **Attend appointment and submit biometrics** — Visit the centre in person, submit documents, and provide fingerprints and photo
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa processing fee (government fee + service fee)
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing usually takes 4-5 working days; may be longer if additional review is needed
7. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the centre with the receipt to collect your passport, or opt for courier delivery if available

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 2 blank visa pages** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Completed visa application form (online)** (Identity): Form must be signed and printed
- **Recent passport-size photograph (33×48mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet Chinese visa photo standards
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed ticket** (Travel): Showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host in China** (Travel): Invitation letter must be notarized if issued by a Chinese individual
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, cash deposit, etc.)** (Financial): At least equivalent to $100 per day of stay
- **Employment letter (if employed) or business license (if self-employed)** (Employment, optional): Shows status and purpose of travel
- **Copy of previous Chinese visa (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If previously visited China
- **Travel insurance covering medical expenses in China** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Visa application fee receipt** (Supporting): Paid at service centre or online

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $100 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Pay slips
- Cash deposit receipt

Funds should be in a readily accessible account

## Good to know

- Processing times may be longer for Yemeni passport holders due to additional security checks
- Visa on arrival for Macao is separate – this is for Mainland China only

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign before submission
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statements showing sufficient balance for entire stay
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Yemen need a visa for China?

Citizens of Yemen need a visa for China and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (L).

### How long can citizens of Yemen stay in China?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does China visa processing take?

Typically 4–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Yemen need for China?

Valid passport with at least 2 blank visa pages; Completed visa application form (online); Recent passport-size photograph (33×48mm, white background); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed ticket; Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host in China; Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, cash deposit, etc.); and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for China?

At least 6 months.

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