China Visa

Once your documents are ready and the online application is submitted, an appointment is booked at the Chinese Embassy in Amman to drop off your passport (drop-off and pick-up only — no biometrics required). After approval, the embassy stickers the visa in your passport.

• Tourist Visa (L Visa)

  For leisure travel and sightseeing in China. Requires a Trip Plan — we explain the requirements before you submit.

• Business Visa (M Visa)

  For attending meetings, trade shows, and business conferences. Requires:
  • Official invitation letter from the host entity in China
  • Company registration documents of the inviting company
  • Business card of the applicant

1. Choose the right Chinese visa type

   Start by identifying the visa category that matches your purpose of travel — tourism (L), family visit (Q1/Q2/S1/S2), business (M), medical, study (X1/X2), or transit (G). Jordanian ordinary passport holders need a visa for mainland China. For all categories see the Notice on China Visa Policy from the Chinese Embassy in Amman and the Embassy of China in Jordan home page.

2. Complete the application on the COVA portal

   Go to the official COVA portal of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (cova.cs.mfa.gov.cn), create an account, and complete the electronic form (8 pages). After completion, print the full form and the confirmation page and sign them. Errors or missing fields are a leading reason for refusal.

3. Book your appointment on AVAS

   Go to the AVAS appointment system, select the Chinese Embassy in Amman and book your appointment. Booking is mandatory before attending.

4. Prepare the supporting documents

   Refer to the Notice on China Visa Policy and prepare:
   - Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date, with two blank pages, issued within the last 10 years.
   - Jordanian ID card, or valid Jordanian residency permit if you are a foreign resident.
   - Printed and signed COVA form (8 pages + confirmation page).
   - Recent passport-sized photo meeting Chinese visa specifications (33×48 mm, white background).
   - Round-trip flight reservation and hotel bookings covering every night of your stay.
   - Employment letter and a recent salary certificate.
   - Invitation letter from a Chinese company for M visas, or from a relative for Q visas.
   - Stamped bank statements covering the last 3 months.

5. Attend the appointment and submit

   Attend at the Chinese Embassy in Amman (No. 19 Mecca Street, Um Uthainah) at your booked time. Office hours: Sunday–Thursday 09:00–12:00. Documents are submitted and your passport is held. Visa fees are paid on collection (next step), not at submission. Biometrics are required for many categories — follow the officer's instructions. Standard processing is 5–10 business days.

6. Collect your passport and pay the fees

   Once a decision is issued, collect your passport in person from the embassy with your collection slip, or appoint a representative. Pay the embassy fee in full at collection (cash or card). The visa sticker indicates the number of entries (Single / Double / Multiple) and the duration of stay.

7. Final checks before travel

   Before you travel, verify the visa data (name, number of entries, validity dates, allowed stay length) against your passport, and keep copies of your bookings and insurance ready in case of border checks.

• Can I apply for a China visa without visiting the embassy?

  The application itself is electronic via the COVA portal, but the visa stickering on your passport happens at the Chinese Embassy in Amman after approval. We walk you through the application and appointment.

• How long does processing take?

  Usually 4 to 7 business days after the file is submitted to the embassy, and may take longer depending on the visa type and embassy workload.

• Do I need a Trip Plan for the tourist visa?

  Yes, the Chinese Embassy requires a detailed trip plan with hotel and flight bookings. Trip Away explains the requirements before you submit.

• What's required for a business visa?

  An official invitation letter from the host company in China, a copy of the host company's business registration, and the applicant's business card — in addition to the standard documents.

• What is the visa validity period?

  It varies by visa type and the embassy's decision: it can be single, double, or multiple entry, with a stay of typically 30 to 90 days per visit.

• Does the application require a personal interview?

  Usually not, but the embassy may request an interview in certain cases, especially for business visas or if clarifications are needed.