Chinese Express Visa Available Within 48 Hours

Applicants from UK and most EU countries can utilize the China Visa Express Service for all types of visas.

Current Visa Processing Times

During regular operations, the processing time for a Chinese visa ranges from 2 to 7 business days. The visa office in London is open Monday through Friday, though appointments must be scheduled in advance.

How Long Does Processing Your Visa for China Take?

Same-day processing is currently not available. For express processing, expect to allocate 2-3 business days.

Once we receive your application documents, we will schedule an appointment for submission. Appointments can be made as early as the next business day. The express processing of your China visa at the visa office takes about 2-3 business days.

Who Can Use the China Visa Express Service?

The express visa is available for all types of visas (business, tourism, work, study, science) and is not only for UK applicants but also for those from most EU countries, Norway. Please note, the express visa service may not be available for applicants from certain countries. We advise you to contact us prior to applying to confirm eligibility.

How to Apply for Your China Express Visa via Our Visa Service

Complete the online application form, print it out, and sign it. Send the form along with your original passport, a passport photo, and the necessary documents by mail to us. We will review your application and submit it to the visa office. You will receive your passport with the China visa by mail or courier.

For urgent appointments, it is crucial to send us your applications quickly and securely, e.g., via courier or express mail (scheduled delivery at 9 AM). It is also important that the application for the China Express Visa is complete and ready for submission, as there is limited time for corrections in the morning. We also offer a pre-check of your business invitation via email the day before submission.

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Apply for a Chinese Visa Online

1a Visa Consulting Limited processes visa applications from all regions in the UK. We offer daily free consultations at Tel. 020 - 3239 5990.