China Visa for Filipinos 2026: Tourist Visa Requirements and Application Guide
Planning a trip to China from the Philippines? Filipino passport holders are required to secure a China Tourist Visa before traveling to mainland China.
This guide covers the China Visa requirements for Filipinos in 2026, including the general requirements, additional documents for first-time China visa applicants, financial documents, invitation requirements, and special requirements for certain applicants.
Before submitting your China visa application, make sure that all information provided in your application form is complete, correct, and consistent with your passport and supporting documents.
China Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipinos 2026
All applicants applying for a China Tourist Visa from the Philippines should prepare the following requirements:
1. China Visa Application Form
– You may download it here
– The application form must be completely and correctly filled out.
– All information provided should match the applicant’s passport and supporting documents.
– The application must be signed by the applicant.
– Visa application should be typewritten and electronically/computer-generated
– Handwritten forms or back-to-back printouts will not be accepted
– Only the signature must be handwritten in black ink (e-signatures are not allowed)
2. Passport-Sized Photos – 2 Pieces
– Click here to see the sample photo as a guide for the required China visa photo specifications
– White background
– Recently taken
– Submit two (2) pieces
3. Original Philippine Passport
– Passport must be valid for at least six (6) months.
– Passport must have at least two (2) blank visa pages.
– Submit the original passport.
4. Submit a photocopy of the passport information or bio page.
5. Previous Chinese Visa, if applicable
Applicants who have previously traveled to China should submit:
– Original and photocopy of the previous Chinese visa
– Only previously used Chinese visa stickers are accepted as proof of a previous China visa.
Applicants whose previous Chinese visas were issued only as stamps will be treated as first-time China visa applicants.
6. Old Passport, if applicable
– Submit the original and photocopy of the old passport, especially if it contains a previously issued Chinese visa.
7. Latest Philippine Arrival Stamp or E-Travel
– Submit a photocopy of the latest Philippine arrival stamp.
– If there is no arrival stamp in the passport, submit a copy of the applicant’s E-Travel.
8. Round-Trip Airline Ticket Reservation
– Submit a copy of the applicant’s round-trip flight reservation.
9. Hotel Reservation in China
– Submit a copy of the hotel reservation covering the applicant’s intended stay in China.
10. Accommodation or Home Address in China
If the applicant will stay with relatives in China:
– Provide the complete residential address in China.
– Submit proof of relationship between the applicant and the relative.
11. Day-to-Day China Travel Itinerary
– Submit a proposed daily itinerary covering the applicant’s planned stay in China.
12. China Informed Consent Letter
– You may download it here
– Submit the required China Informed Consent Letter.
13. Travel Agency Waiver
– Download here – Travel Agency Waiver
Additional China Visa Requirements for First-Time Applicants
Filipino applicants who do not have a previously used Chinese visa sticker must submit additional supporting documents.
14. Original Bank Certificate
– Submit the original Bank Certificate.
– The Bank Certificate must be accompanied by the bank’s Official Receipt.
– Submit a Statement of Account covering the last six (6) months.
15. Certificate of Employment for Employed Applicants
– The Certificate of Employment should indicate: Position, Date hiredand Compensation or salary
– Applicants should also submit a photocopy of their Company ID.
16. Income Tax Return
– Submit a copy of the applicant’s Income Tax Return or ITR.
17. Business Documents for Business Owners or Self-Employed Applicants
Submit the applicable business documents:
– Business Permit
– SEC Registration and GIS for corporations or companies
– DTI Registration, if applicable
18. Requirements for Students
Students should submit:
– Valid School ID; or
– Certificate of Enrollment
19. Professional ID
– Submit a photocopy of a valid Professional ID, if applicable.
20. Birth Certificate or Marriage Certificate
For minors:
– Birth Certificate
– Consent Letter from the parents, which you may download here.
For married applicants:
– PSA Marriage Certificate or Marriage Contract
China Visa Requirements If You Have an Inviter in China
Applicants who will be invited by an individual in China should prepare the following additional documents:
21. Invitation Letter
The invitation letter should include:
– Applicant’s complete information
– Applicant’s passport details
– Inviter’s information
– Duration of stay in China
– Accommodation arrangements
– Places to be visited during the trip
22. Inviter’s Identification Documents
If the inviter is a foreigner residing in China:
– Copy of the inviter’s passport
– Copy of the inviter’s valid residence visa or permit in China
If the inviter is a Chinese citizen:
– Copy of Chinese passport; or
– Copy of Chinese National ID
23. Proof of Relationship
– Submit documents proving the relationship between the applicant and the inviter.
Additional China Visa Requirements for Nanny or Caregiver
Applicants traveling as a nanny or caregiver must submit additional documents.
24. Guarantee Letter from Employer
The letter should include:
– Applicant’s details
– Employer’s details
– Applicant’s name
– Passport number
– Duration of stay
– Purpose of visit
25. Personal Guarantee Letter
The Personal Guarantee Letter should likewise contain:
– Applicant and employer details
– Passport number
– Duration of stay
– Purpose of visit
26. Proof of Employment
– Submit documents showing the employment relationship between the nanny or caregiver and the employer.
27. Employer’s Proof of Identity
If the employer is Filipino:
– Employer’s passport
– Valid Chinese visa
If the employer is Chinese:
– Employer’s passport
– Valid Philippine Visa or I-Card
28. Employer’s Bank Deposit
– Submit the employer’s applicable bank deposit document.
29. If Taking Care of a Child
Submit:
– Photocopy of the child’s passport
– Photos of the nanny or caregiver together with the child
30. If Taking Care of a Senior Citizen
Submit:
– Photocopy of the senior citizen’s passport
– Photos of the nanny or caregiver together with the senior citizen