China visa requirements for Ugandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ugandans visiting China

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

  • An Ugandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (48mm x 33mm), against a white or blue background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance to cover duration of entire stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

China Visa for Ugandans

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
Tourist visa 4 business days 30 days
Business visa 4 business days 60 days
Student visa 4 business days more than 6 months

General Requirements for China Visa

  • An Ugandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (48mm x 33mm), against a white or blue background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance to cover duration of entire stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
China Tourist visa China Business visa China Student visa

China Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ugandans intending to visit China for sightseeing, leisure, vacation or tourism purposes can apply for the Chinese tourist visa.
  • The Chinese tourist visa is also known as the Type L visa. It is a short-stay visa valid for a period of 30 days.
  • If traveling with an organized tour group, you might not have an individual visa in your passport.  Instead, the tour group will be issued a group tour visa bearing all the members' names. In such a situation, supply your details to the travel agency beforehand and you will have no further concerns.
  • If travelling independently, you need to handle visa affairs on your own.
  • Documents showing the itinerary, including proof of round trip tickets booking and proof of hotel reservation, are required.
  • Applicants traveling alone are required to provide an invitation letter. If you are traveling with an official tour group, you do not need to provide an invitation.
  • You must have a valid visa to exit China and you must leave China before the expiration of the listed duration of stay. 
  • The currency used in China is Yen.
  • The TAR (Tibet Autonomous Region) requires special permits for tourist travel, most often obtained through a Chinese travel agent. If you enter a restricted area without the requisite permit, you could be fined, taken into custody, and deported for illegal entry.
  • Failure to register with the police within 24 hours of arrival in the country could result in fines and deportation. You can register with the hotel staff or the local police station. 
  • Local regulations require foreigners to carry valid passports and Chinese visas or residence permits at all times.
  • Police, school administrators, transportation officials, and hotel staff may check your visa to make sure you have not overstayed. If you overstay your visa’s duration, you may be denied service by hotels, airports and train stations, as well as face fines and detention.
  • Police regularly conduct unannounced drug tests on people suspected of drug use - including foreign citizens. Police may require you to provide a urine, blood, or hair follicle sample on short notice, and may force you to participate in the collection. 

  • To ensure your safety and security in China, you should:

    • Pay attention to surroundings.
    • Report any concerns to the local police.
    • Call “110,” the local equivalent to the “911” if you find yourself in any danger.
    • Learn to take routine safety precautions.

China Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ugandans intending to travel to China for commercial and trade activities can apply for the Chinese business visa
  • Ugandans can apply for the business visa if they want to travel to China to attend any of the following:
    • Business meetings
    • Summits.
    • Conferences.
    • Trade fairs, etc.
  • You are required to submit an invitation letter from the partner Chinese company serving as your host in the country. The invitation letter should contain the following:
    • Your full name, gender, date of birth and other biographical information.
    • The purpose of your visit to China and how long you intend to stay in China.
    • Proof of accommodation such as a hotel address and contact details of the hotel.
    • Your arrival and departure dates.
    • Financial source to cover your entire stay in China.
    • Proof of previous relations between you and the partner company.
    • Your host’s name, contact details and the official stamp and signature of the legal representative of your Chinese host.
  • If you are attending a trade fair or conference, you should provide proof of registration or invitation.
  • The business license of your company or certificated business license by the Ethiopian Foreign Ministry must be submitted too.
  • You are required to submit your bank statements for the last 3 months as proof of financial means.

China Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ugandans who intend to travel to China to study must apply for the Chinese student visa.
  • There are two types of Chinese student visa:
  • X1 student visa: this is a long-term study visa and it is valid for more than 180 days.
  • X2 student visa: this visa is a short-term study visa and it is valid for 180 days or less.
  • To apply for the Chinese student visa you must have been offered admission to study a course at a Chinese university. You have to provide the original and photocopy of your letter of admission issued by the Chinese school.
  • X1 visa holders shall apply for a temporary residence permit from the local exit and entry administration within 30 days upon entry into China. The temporary residence permit can be issued with a validity of up to 5 years.
  • Within the validity of the temporary residence permit, students can travel in and out of mainland China freely.
  • X2 holders can stay in China within the duration period as indicated on the visa, and it is not necessary for them to apply for the temporary residence permit.
  • When the study in China ends, X1 visa holders should go to the local exit and entry administration to cancel the temporary residence permit and apply for a 30-day tourist visa with zero entry to avoid problems.
  • You are not permitted to work on the X type visa. But part-time work and off-campus internships may be authorized. You should contact your university or employer after you have settled in China to see what can be arranged.
  • For foreign students who work in violation of Chinese regulations or beyond the prescribed scope of jobs or time limit, they shall be deemed unlawful employment and will probably have to stop or be expelled.
  • You must also submit the original and photocopy of the “Visa Application for Study in China” form (called Form JW201 or Form JW202).
  • You must provide proof that you can cater to your financial needs including paying the tuition fees for the entire period of your studying.
  • To study in China for more than 6 months, you are to provide proof that you have taken the physical examination record for foreigners.

China Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

1200.00 (CNY)

Business visa

1200.00 (CNY)

Student visa

1200.00 (CNY)

China Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Uganda

Location

Address

Kampala

Plot 37, Malcolm X Avenue, Kololo P.O. Box 4106, Kampala

https://www.mofa.go.ug/data/smenu/107/China.html

chinemb@info.com.co.ug/chinaemb_ug@mfa.gov.cn

041 4 231095

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a visa to go to China?

If you have all the necessary documents and hold a passport with at least six months' validity and two blank pages, it should take two to four working days to get a Chinese Visa.

Where can I apply for China visa?

You may apply for a visa at a Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General office based on your state of residence.

Pauline

1 year ago

Good morning. I have completed the application form but when i try to make an appointment, I receive a system generated response indicating that the maximum number of people to make an appointment is 0

Do you need an invitation letter to visit China?

If you are traveling independently (without an official tour group) to China, you may need to get an invitation letter when applying for a Chinese Tourist Visa or "L" type visa. 

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2 years ago

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1 year ago

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1 year ago

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