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Chinese Embassy in Pakistan

Ambassador: Mr. Jiang Zaidong
Address: No. 1, Zhou-Enlai Avenue, Diplomatic Enclave, Islamabad
Tel: +92-51-8496156
Email: chinaemb_pk@mfa.gov.cn
Office Hours: 08:30-12:00, 14:30 - 16:30 from Monday - Friday (except holidays)
 

Consular Office of Chinese Embassy in Pakistan

Tel: +92-51-8439385 (Operator answers during 10:00 - 15:00 on working days)
Email: islamabad@csm.mfa.gov.cn
 

China Visa Application Centers in Pakistan

The CVASC accepts visa applications from Pakistan ordinary passport holders and foreign citizens staying inPakistan legally.
 

The CVASC in Lahore

Address: 20, Ex American Centre Building, Opposite Ganga Ram Hospital, Queen's Road, Mozang Chungi, Lahore, Punjab 54000
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Submission of applications: 9:00 to 15:00 (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 14:00)
Payment and collection: 9:00 to 16:00 (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 14:00)
Tel:  0518439385
E-mail: islamabadcenterforchina@gerrys.com.pk
 

The CVASC in Islamabad

Address: Gerry’s Building, Adjacent to Punjub Cash and Carry, Park Road Chatta Bakhtawar, Chak Shahzad Islamabad
Business Hours: Monday-Friday,Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Submission of applications: 9:00 - 15:00. (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 14:00)
Payment and collection: 9:00 - 16:00. (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 14:00)
Tel:  0518439385
E-mail: islamabadcenterforchina@gerrys.com.pk
 

The CVASC in Karachi

Address: Bahria Complex IV, 9th Floor, Main Chaudhary Khaliq UZ Zaman Road. Gizri, Clifton, Karachi.
Business hours: Monday – Friday, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
Submission of applications: 9:00 - 15:00 (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 14:00)
Collection: 9:00 - 16:00 (Ramadan Timings: 9:00 to 15:00)
Travel Agents submission and collection time: 9:00 to 11:00
Interview Time: 15:00
Tel: 021-35155247/ 021-35155248
E-mail: karachicenterforchina@gerrys.com.pk
 

Visa Application

Diplomatic/official passport holders are exempted from a visa to China Mainland for 30 days.
 

Visa Fees (PRK)


Chinese visa fee for Pakistanis: They are exempted from any visa fees to mailand China.

 Visa Fees for Other Countries Charged by the Embassy
Types American Citizens Canadians Citizens of Other Countries
Single 39,375
(48,525 for J-type visa)
6,375 3,375
Double 4,875
Multiple Valid for 6 Months 6,750
Multiple Valid for 12 Months 9,750
Express Fee 3,000

 Available from Dec. 11, 2023 to Dec. 31, 2024.

 Service Fees Charged by the CVASC

Service Types Fee
CVASC in Karachi Regular Service (10 - 20 working days) 12,900
Express ( 6 - 10 working days) 19,400
CVASC in Islamabad Regular Service (4 working days) 13,200
Regular Service (3 working days) 19,800
CVASC in Lahore Regular Service (6 working days) 13,300
No express service --
 Payment: Cash.
 

Chinese Visa Requirements

Basic Requirements:
1. Original passport with a validity of more than 6 months and at least 2 blank pages, and photocopies of the first 2 pages (personal information) of your passport and recent Chinese visas if any;
2. One fully completed Application Form in Chinese or English, attached with two recent color photograph (33mm X 48mm).
3. Generally applicants should come to the embassy/consulate  in person with required documents, and may answer questions from the consular officer.

Additional Requirements: 
 F/M for business
1. Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Entity or Confirmation Letter of Invitation issued by relevant Chinese entities (original).
2. F - An invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in China. M - Documents on the commercial activity issued by a trade partner in China, or trade fair invitation relevant entity or individual.
3. A supporting letter from the organization which the applicant serves in.
4. Your bank statement (personal or company, the last six months)
5. Your taxpayer registration certificate (photocopy) and registration of the organization which you serves (photocopy) for M only.
5. Your round-trip air tickets and hotel booking (first time visit to China).

 L for tourism
For tourism in China, Pakistani nationals are requested to join a tourist group (more than 5 people), which should be arranged through a qualified local travel agency.

 Z for Employment
1. Original invitation or confirmation letter from an authorized government organization like the local Chinese foreign affairs office;
2. Registration Certificate of Foreign Enterprises Permanent Office in China/Alien Employment License of the PRC/Working Permit by the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs;
3. Physical Examination Record for Foreigner and attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs;

 X for Study  
1. Original and photocopy of the Admission Letter issued by a school or other entities;
2. Original and photocopy of Application for Study ( Form JW 201 or JW 202);
3. Mark sheet/diploma (original and photocopy, photocopy should be attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan);
4. Physical Examination Record for Foreigner attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

 G for Transit 
An onward air (train or ship) ticket with confirmed date and seat to the destination country or region.

 S1/S2 for Family Visiting
1. Original invitation letter of Duly Authorized Entity or from a Chinese university
2. Original invitation letter from inviter (the inviters refer to foreigners who work or study in China)
3. Photocopy of inviter's residence permit or visa
4. Original and photocopy of kinship certificate between the applicant and inviter (such as marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc) and the certificate needs to be attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs
5. Physical Examination Certificate (not needed for applying S2)

 Q1/Q2 for Family Union
1. Original Invitation letter from inviter (the inviter refers to Chinese citizen or foreigners with Chinese permanent residence)
2. Photocopy of inviter's ID Card or foreigner's passport and permanent residence
3. Original and photocopy of attested kinship certificate (such as marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc)

 Please contact Embassy of Pakistan in China if Pakistanis are in distress there.

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- Last updated on Jun. 13, 2024 by Catherine He -