Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Uzbekistan

I. Visa Requirements for Uzbekistani Citizens

• Uzbekistani citizens require a visa for all travel purposes to China (tourism, business, transit, etc.). No visa-free entry applies for ordinary passports (diplomatic passports may qualify for exemptions).

• Tourist (L Visa): Sightseeing/visits (single/multiple entries; stay ≤30 days; validity 90 days).
• Business (M Visa): Trade/conferences (invitation letter from a Chinese entity required).
• Work (Z Visa): Employment (work permit + invitation).
• Study (X1/X2 Visa): Academic programs (admission letter + JW201 form).
• Transit (G Visa): 24/72/144-hour visa-free transit at designated airports (e.g., Shanghai, Beijing) with confirmed onward tickets.

• Passport: Valid ≥6 months, ≥2 blank pages.
• Passport Photo: 3.5×4.5cm, white background (≤6 months old).
• Online Application: COVA system (https://cova.mfa.gov.cn) + confirmation letter.
• Travel Itinerary: Round-trip flights + hotel reservations.
• Financial Proof: Bank statement ($50/day for stay).
• Additional for Specific Visas:
  • M/Z Visas: Chinese organization invitation.
  • X Visas: Admission letter + JW201 form.
  • Q Visas (family): Kinship proof (birth/marriage certificate).

II. Application Process

1. Online Form: Complete COVA application.
2. Appointment: Schedule at Chinese Embassy in Tashkent or visa centers.
3. Submission:
   • In-person with biometrics (first-time applicants); mail/agent for repeat applicants (within 5 years).
4. Processing Time: 4–5 business days (standard); 2–3 days (express, extra fee).
5. Fees (2025):
   • Tourist (L): ~$120 (single), $150–350 (multiple).
   • Business (M): ~$145 (single).
   • Transit (G): $20–30 (24–72 hours).

III. Key Notes & Regulations

• Transit Waiver: 144-hour visa-free transit in Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu (eligibility via Chinese Consular Affairs).
• Residence Registration: Stay >3 days? Register at local police or emehmon.uz (non-hotel stays).
• Customs:
  • Declare cash >¥20,000 or equivalent.
  • Prohibited: Drugs, ivory, illegal wildlife.
• COVID-19 (2025): No tests/quarantine.

IV. Reciprocal Visa Policies (China → Uzbekistan)

• Chinese Citizens:
  • 10-Day Visa-Free: Tourism/business (airport entry with 10-day onward ticket; land borders require Uzbek air departure).
  • e-Visa: Tourism (30 days, $20–50; e-visa.gov.uz).
  • Sticker Visa: Stays >10 days (invitation + application form).
• Fees (Uzbekistan):
  • Tourist: $40 (sticker), $20 (e-visa).
  • Business: $60–160 (sticker, duration-dependent).

V. Emergency Contacts

• China (Global): +86-10-12308 (consular protection).
• Chinese Embassy (Tashkent): +998-71-233-39-05.
• Uzbekistan Emergency: Police 102 | Ambulance 103.

• China Visa: COVA System | Chinese Consular Affairs (Uzbekistan).
• Uzbekistan Visa: e-Visa Portal | MFA Uzbekistan.