China visa requirements for Angolans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Angolans visiting China

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Chinese Visa.

  • Original passport with at least six months of remaining validity.
  • Passport should have 2 blank visa pages for visa stamp.
  • One completed Visa Application Form.
  • 1 recently-taken color passport photo against a light background.
  • Proof of legal stay or residence status in Angola.
  • An invitation letter to from host in China is required.
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of the return trip plane ticket for China.
  • A copy of a Chinese hotel booking for the whole duration of your stay containing the full names of the applicant.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Angola.
  • Bank statements showing proof of financial support.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of return flight tickets showing that applicants has intentions of returning to Angola.

China Visa for Angolans

Facts about China

China, officially the People's Republic of China is a country in East Asia and the world's most populous country, with a population of around 1.404 billion in 2017. Covering approximately 9,600,000 square kilometres, it is the third or fourth-largest country by total area.  China’s political system was based on hereditary Monarchies or dynasties beginning with the semi-mythical Xia dynasty in 21st Century BCE.


China as a whole was ravaged by feudal warlordism with Japan during World War II. The Chinese civil war resulted in a division of territory in 1949 when the communist party of China led by Mao Zedong established the people’s republic of China on mainland China. Also the Kuomintang led nationalist government retreated to the Island of Taiwan where it governed until 1996 when Taiwan changed to democracy.


China’s economy has been one of the world’s fastest-growing with its annual growth rates consistently above 6 per cent. According to the World bank China’s GDP grew from $150 billion in 1978 to $12.24 trillion in 2017. In 2018, its GDP increased to $13.5 trillion (90 trillion yuan). Since 2010, China has been the country with the world’s second-largest economy by nominal GDP and the largest economy in the world by purchasing power parity in 2014.


China is also the world’s largest exporter and second-largest importer of goods and also the home to some of the world’s largest tech giants such as Huawei, Baidu, Tencent and Alibaba as it is the world’s most technologically advanced nation. Since 2019, China has the highest number of rich people in the world.

Types of China Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 4 business days 30 days
Tourist visa 4 business days 30 days

General Requirements for China Visa

  • Original passport with at least six months of remaining validity.
  • Passport should have 2 blank visa pages for visa stamp.
  • One completed Visa Application Form.
  • 1 recently-taken color passport photo against a light background.
  • Proof of legal stay or residence status in Angola.
  • An invitation letter to from host in China is required.
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of the return trip plane ticket for China.
  • A copy of a Chinese hotel booking for the whole duration of your stay containing the full names of the applicant.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Angola.
  • Bank statements showing proof of financial support.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of return flight tickets showing that applicants has intentions of returning to Angola.
China Business visa China Tourist visa

China Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Angola signed passport must be valid for 6 months from the date you plan to depart China.
  • Passport must contain sufficient blank visa pages. 
  • Visas and stamps should be affixed to the blank pages of the passport. 
  • Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not acceptable for visa issuance.
  •  If the passport does not meet this requirement, the applicant must renew a passport or obtain a new one.
  • (2) Passport photographs.
  •  China visa application form that is signed and completely filled. 
  • Letter from host, sponsor or company to be visited in China stating responsibility for applicant’ financial means in China.
  • Letter of invitation written on company letterhead explaining the nature of the business to be conducted, and specifying the type and validity of the requested visa.
  • An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required.
  • Applicant must provide a copy of round trip airline confirmation indicating the dates of entry and exit from the country you intend to visit. 

China Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourist Visa is issued to foreigners for tourism purposes.
  • Completely filled China visa application forms should be provided in two copies.
  • Applicant must sign both copies of the application form. 
  • Incomplete or unsigned applications will delay the application process.
  • (2) recent passport photographs taken against a white background.
  • Applicant must provide a copy of round trip airline confirming the dates of entry and exit from China. 
  • Applicants name must be on the ticket (do not send original ticket).
  • Proof of Accommodation issued by the inviting party or hotel reservation.
  • Copy of most recent bank statement or a letter from the bank of at least $125 per day verifying that applicant has sufficient funds during the stay.
  • Letter of invitation from tour organization or relative to be visited in China stating the exact duration of stay and purpose of the visit is required.
  • An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required. Applicant must submit a photocopy of the booklet (not the original).
  • The applicant under age 18 must submit a signed letter of consent signed by both parents, a copy of minor's birth certificate and a copy of the passports or photo IDs of both parents.

China Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

China Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Angola

Location

Address

Luanda

Rue Presidente Houari Boumedienne No.196-200 Miramar P.O. Caixa Postal 52 Luanda Angola

ao.china-embassy.org

ao@mofcom.gov.cn

(+244) 222-441 683

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I extend my Chinese tourist visa?
Yes, applicant can apply for a visa extension at the Ministry of Foreign affairs in China. The standard extension period for a tourist visa is one month, although it can’t exceed the duration of stay in the original visa.
Can I work with my Chinese Visa?
No, the only way to be able to work legally in China is by getting a work permit or a residence permit within 30 days of entering the country.
What is the main religion in China?
The government formally recognizes five religions: Buddhism, Taoism, Catholicism, Protestantism, and Islam. Buddhism is the main religion practised by the Chinese. China is the country with the largest population of Buddhists, approximately 244 million or 18.2% of its total population are Buddhists.