Is China open to tourist visas?

Tourist visa is a kind of visa, which is generally a quick visa application method for the convenience of tourists and the development of tourism resources. Correspondingly, it is also greatly restricted. Generally speaking, the validity period and stay period are relatively short and can only be used for tourism-related activities. With the development of world globalization and the continuous progress of transportation technology, the world tourism market continues to grow. It can be predicted that tourist visas will become more common and convenient, and become another major visa form. Many countries issue tourist visas specifically for visiting tourists to promote local tourism.

Tourist visa is a kind of visa, and some countries issue tourist visas specifically for tourists, that is, "tourist visas". Tourist visas are characterized by a short stay, usually 30 days, up to 90 days, and generally cannot be extended. Tourist visa holders are not allowed to work in the local area or engage in activities unrelated to tourism. Group tourist visa is a kind of tourist visa, which is characterized in that the visa is not on the passport, and tourists must leave and enter the country with the group.

Tourist visa processing flow:

1, design the route, and comprehensively consider your own budget, travel days and tourist destinations.

2. Get the travel application form from the embassy, consulate or designated visa agency of the country you want to enter.

3, according to the requirements provided by the embassy or consulate, prepare the corresponding materials. Generally, air tickets and proof of accommodation are needed.

Book the international air tickets to the destination in advance, and the principle is that the earlier the better, especially in the tourist season. The air ticket reservation form is one of the materials needed by the embassy. When booking a hotel, the biggest expense of self-help tour is accommodation and transportation. When these two things are solved, a lot of money can be saved.

5. Submit all materials as required by the embassy or consulate. If there is no problem, the embassy or consulate will generally issue the visa within 10 working days.

6. After getting the visa, buy the air ticket, the hotel and the European train ticket in turn. Of course, it is best to buy them together in the same company in order to coordinate the itinerary.

Legal basis:

Article 9 of the Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on Exit and Entry Administration: China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country. China citizens who want to go to other countries or regions also need to obtain visas or other entry permits. However, unless the China government has signed visa exemption agreements with other governments or the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provide otherwise. China citizens who leave or enter the country as seafarers and work on foreign ships shall apply for a seaman's certificate according to law.