Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Egypt

1. Visa Types and Exemption Policies

1. Ordinary Passport Holders:
   • Egyptian citizens with ordinary passports must obtain a Chinese visa before entry. Applications can be submitted through the Chinese Embassy/Consulate in Egypt or designated institutions.
2. Diplomatic and Service Passport Holders:
   • Under the China-Egypt agreement, holders of valid diplomatic/service passports enjoy a 30-day visa-free stay in China.
   • For stays exceeding 30 days or activities like work/study, apply for the corresponding visa in advance.

2. Visa Application Requirements for Ordinary Passports

Tourist Visa (L Visa)

• Purpose: Tourism, visiting family/friends.
• Validity: Typically 90 days (single/multiple entries).
• Duration of Stay: Up to 30 days (non-extendable).
• Required Documents:
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • 2 recent passport-sized photos (3.5cm×4.5cm, white background).
  • Round-trip flight tickets and hotel reservations.
  • Proof of financial capacity (e.g., 3-month bank statements).
  • Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends, with relationship proof).
  • Employment/student certificate (if applicable).

Business Visa (M Visa)

• Purpose: Business activities (meetings, exhibitions, etc.).
• Validity: Typically 90 days (single/multiple entries).
• Duration of Stay: Up to 30 days (extendable in some cases).
• Required Documents:
  • Basic documents as above.
  • Invitation letter from a Chinese company (specifying purpose, itinerary, and cost responsibility).
  • Copy of the Chinese partner’s business license.

Work Visa (Z Visa)

• Purpose: Employment in China.
• Validity: Matches the work contract (usually 1 year).
• Duration of Stay: Aligns with validity; requires a work permit.
• Required Documents:
  • Basic documents as above.
  • Employer’s invitation letter and work permit (Z-visa notification).
  • Health certificate (issued by a designated Chinese authority).

Student Visa (X Visa)

• Purpose: Study in China.
• Types:
  • X1 Visa: Long-term study (>180 days).
  • X2 Visa: Short-term study (≤180 days).
• Required Documents:
  • Basic documents as above.
  • Admission letter from a Chinese institution and JW202/JW201 form.

Transit Visa (G Visa)

• Purpose: Transit through China to a third country.
• Duration of Stay:
  • 24-hour visa-free transit if 不出机场.
  • Apply for G Visa if staying >24 hours or leaving the airport.
• Required Documents:
  • Basic documents as above.
  • Flight itinerary to the third country.

3. Special Policies and Precautions

1. Visa-Free Transit:
   • Egyptian citizens transiting through China with confirmed onward tickets can stay visa-free for up to 24 hours.
2. Entry via Hong Kong:
   • Ordinary passport holders can enter mainland China via Hong Kong visa-free for up to 14 days.
3. Customs Regulations:
   • Complete the arrival card and carry valid documents.
   • Prohibited items: Pork products, ivory, etc.
   • Declare cash exceeding USD 5,000 or equivalent.

4. Chinese Embassy/Consulate in Egypt

• Location: Cairo.
• Application Hours: 9:00–12:00 AM (weekdays; appointment required).

5. Application Process

1. Prepare documents based on visa type.
2. Book an appointment via the embassy’s website or visa center.
3. Submit application in person and pay fees.
4. Processing time: 4–7 business days (expedited services available).

6. Visa Fees (Approximate)

• Tourist Visa (L):
  • Single entry: ~CNY 220 (USD 32).
  • Multiple entries: ~CNY 340 (USD 50).
• Other visas: Fees vary by type and duration; confirm with the embassy.