India visa requirements for Chineses

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Chineses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • According to the visa policy of India, citizens of China can travel to India for a period of 90 days by obtaining an electronic visa(e-visa).
  • China passport holders are to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before travelling. The e-visa costs USD 80.
  • Prospective tourists are required to have a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • The import and export of India’s local currency are pegged at INR 25,000.
  • Also, the import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Visitors with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • Citizens of China must show proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in China.
  • A recent bank statement, to show that the visitor has enough money to spend while in India will be required.
  • Chinese are not required to provide a yellow fever vaccination. They are advised nevertheless to be vaccinated against common illnesses before leaving China.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in China. There are international airports in Beijing and Guangzhou.
  • THAI, China Southern and China Eastern are some of the airlines that fly from China to India.
  • The estimated flight duration from Beijing to New Delhi, India is 7 hours, 50 minutes and from Guangzhou, it is 6 hours, 15 minutes.
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). China is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of India.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel alone to India?

It is not dangerous to travel alone to India at all. You just need to make sure of what tourist destinations you would pick for your visit. Out of all the places in India, the state of Kerala is an excellent and extremely safe option for a solo traveler.

Which Indian food is popular among the foreigners and why?

The most popular Indian food is butter chicken which is loved by foreigners. A great combination of thick cream and spices, butter chicken is popular both in India and across the globe.

Can I drink tap water in India?

No, because most of India's tap water is unfit for consumption. Restaurants will offer treated drinking water, but it's advisable for visitors to always drink bottled water. 

Can I use US dollars in India?
No, India does not accept dollars, and those who plan on traveling there will need to exchange their currency into Indian rupees.