China Extends Reduced Visa Fees in India Until December 2026: Full Fee List

If you are planning a trip to China, here is some good news. The Chinese Embassy and Consulates in India have confirmed that the reduced visa fees will continue until 31 December 2026. That means travellers still have time to apply at lower rates.

Let’s break down what this means for you.

China Visa Fees for Indian Passport Holders

Indian travellers applying for a China visa will continue to pay the following reduced fees:

• Single-Entry Visa: Rs 2,900
• Double-Entry Visa: Rs 4,400
• Six-Month Multiple-Entry Visa: Rs 5,900
• 12 Months or Above multiple-Entry Visa: Rs 8,800
• Group Visa (Per Applicant): Rs 1,800
• Official Group Visa (Per Applicant): Rs 1,800

So whether you are visiting once, travelling frequently for business, or applying as part of a group, the discounted pricing remains in place.

Visa Fees for Other Foreign Passport Holders in India

If you are applying from India but hold a passport from a country (except the United States, Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Israel, Panama, Romania, Serbia, Uruguay), these are the current fees:

Visa Category	Visa Fee (INR)
Single Entry	2000
Double Entry	3000
Six-Month Multiple-Entry	4100
12 Months or Above Multiple-Entry Visa	6100

This flat rate applies to most foreign nationals submitting applications in India.

Special Visa Fees for Select Nationalities

Passport holders from certain countries pay different visa fees. Here is what applies:

United States

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa (except J visa): Rs 11,500
• Journalist visa: Rs 14,200

Canada

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 3,900

Argentina

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 7,700

Brazil

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 7,100

Israel

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 1,400

Panama

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 3,200

Romania

• Single-entry: Rs 4,700
• Double-entry: Rs 6,200
• Multiple-entry: Rs 9,300

Serbia

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 150

Uruguay

• Single, double, or multiple-entry visa: Rs 2,600

Nationality	Visa Category	Visa Fee (Rs)
United States	Single, double and multiple-entry (except J visa)	11,500
United States	Journalist visa	14,200
Canada	Single, double and multiple-entry	3,900
Argentina	Single, double and multiple-entry	7,700
Brazil	Single, double and multiple-entry	7,100
Israel	Single, double and multiple-entry	1,400
Panama	Single, double and multiple-entry	3,200
Romania	Single-entry	4,700
Romania	Double-entry	6,200
Romania	Multiple-entry	9,300
Serbia	Single, double and multiple-entry	150
Uruguay	Single, double and multiple-entry	2,600

If you hold one of these passports and are applying in India, check your category carefully before paying.

Express and Urgent Processing Fees Remain the Same

One important detail: the fee reduction does not apply to faster processing services.

• Express service: Rs 1,800 per application
• Urgent service: Rs 2,700 per application

These charges remain unchanged and are added to the regular visa fee.

Fingerprint Waiver Continues

There is another helpful update.

China has also extended its fingerprint exemption for short-term visa applicants until the end of 2026. If you are applying for a visa that allows a stay of 180 days or less, you will not need to submit fingerprints.

The waiver covers:

• Tourist visas
• Business visas
• Family visit visas
• Transit visas

For many travellers, this removes one extra step from the process. Fewer formalities, fewer delays, and less time spent at the visa centre.

If you are planning a short trip to China, the application process is now a bit more straightforward than before.

What This Means for Travellers

China visa fees in India remain lower for now, giving travellers more flexibility to plan business trips, tourism visits, academic exchanges, or family travel through 2026.

If you were considering applying for a longer multiple-entry visa, this extension makes it more affordable to do so.

Before applying, always confirm:

• Your correct visa category
• Your passport-specific fee
• Whether you need express or urgent processing

A small detail can change the total cost.

For now, the message is simple. The reduced China visa fees in India are here to stay until the end of 2026. If China is on your travel list, this is a good time to start planning.