Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Norway

1. General Documents

 

  • Passport (valid ≥6 months, ≥2 blank pages).
  • Passport photo (3.5×4.5cm, white background).
  • Online application (COVA system: https://cova.mfa.gov.cn).
  • Travel itinerary (flight/hotel bookings).
  • Financial proof (e.g., bank statement).

 

2. Specific Visa Materials

 

  • Business (M Visa): Invitation from Chinese entity.
  • Work (Z Visa): Work permit + company registration.
  • Study (X Visa): Admission letter + JW201.
  • Family (Q Visa): Kinship certificate + inviter’s ID.

IV. Transit Visa-Free Policies

 

  • 24-Hour Visa-Free Transit: All Chinese international airports (no domestic travel).
  • 72-Hour Transit (3 Cities): Changsha, Harbin, Guilin (airports/ports).
  • 144-Hour Transit (20 Cities):
    • Airports: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, etc.
    • Ports: Dalian, Tianjin, Qingdao, Xiamen, etc.
    • Conditions: Valid onward ticket to third country/region (Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan counted as third regions).

V. Application Process (Non-Exempt Visas)

 

  • Online: Use COVA system → Schedule appointment via AVAS (https://avas.cs.mfa.gov.cn).
  • In-Person: Submit to Chinese Embassy in Oslo or authorized visa centers (e.g., VFS Global).
  • Processing Time: 4–7 business days (standard).
  • Fees: Vary by visa type (e.g., tourist: ~USD 120; business: ~USD 145).

VI. Key Travel Notes

 

  • Residence Registration: Non-hotel stays >24 hours? Register with local police.
  • Health Requirements: No COVID-19 restrictions (2025 policy).
  • Customs: Declare cash >¥20,000 or equivalent; prohibited items (drugs, ivory).
  • Security: Monitor China’s travel advisories (外交部公告).

VII. Emergency Contacts

 

  • China (Global Consular Protection): +86-10-12308.
  • Chinese Embassy in Oslo: +47-22493850.
  • Norway Emergency: Police 112 | Ambulance 113.

VIII. Official Resources