Brazil to China tourist visa
Complete guide to visiting China from Brazil: visa-free entry for up to 30 days through December 2026, plus China L visa requirements, fees and processing times for longer stays. Updated July 2026.
- Visa
- China Visa-Free Entry
- Fee
- Free
- Processing time
- None required
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your passport must meet specific validity and page requirements
- Visa Application Form — Complete the online application through the China Online Visa Application (COVA) system
- Passport Photo — Recent passport-style photograph meeting Chinese visa requirements
- Fingerprint Collection — Biometric fingerprints must be collected in person at the visa office
- Proof of Residence — Evidence of your residence in Brazil
How to apply
- Create an account at consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA — Create an account at consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA
- Fill out the application form — Fill out the application form completely
- Upload required documents for preliminary — Upload required documents for preliminary review
- Wait for status update to — Wait for status update to “Passport to be submitted”
- Valid passport (6+ months validity, — Valid passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages)
- Printed and signed application form — Printed and signed application form
Common questions
- Do Brazilian citizens need a visa for China?
- Yes, Brazilian citizens need an L visa (tourist visa) to visit China. There is no visa exemption or visa-on-arrival for Brazilian passport holders.
- How long can I stay in China with a tourist visa?
- The L visa typically allows stays of 30 to 90 days per entry, depending on what is granted. The exact duration is determined during the visa application process.
- Do I need to book flights before applying for a China visa?
- No. Since January 2024, Brazilian applicants are no longer required to submit round-trip air tickets or hotel reservations with their L visa application.
- Can I extend my China tourist visa?
- Yes, you can apply for an extension at the local Public Security Bureau (PSB) in China before your visa expires. Extensions are typically granted for 30 additional days.
- How long is the China tourist visa valid?
- The validity period varies: single entry visas are typically valid for 3 months, while multiple entry visas can be valid for 6 months to 1 year. You must enter China before the visa expires.
- Can I apply for a China visa online?
- You must start the application online through the COVA system (consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA), but you still need to submit your passport in person or by mail and provide fingerprints at a visa center.