Chinese visa for British citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for British passport holders visiting China for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | China e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of China nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of China in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Belfast: The Consulate General of China in Belfast, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Manchester: The Consulate General of China in Manchester, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Edinburgh: The Consulate General of China in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,395,136 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,256,000 | -4.10% |
| 2010 | 3,562,496 | 9.41% |
| 2011 | 3,685,184 | 3.44% |
| 2012 | 3,694,400 | 0.25% |
| 2013 | 3,563,904 | -3.53% |
| 2014 | 3,559,808 | -0.11% |
| 2015 | 3,640,704 | 2.27% |
| 2016 | 3,793,280 | 4.19% |
| 2017 | 3,887,360 | 2.48% |
| 2018 | 4,025,600 | 3.56% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & United Kingdom comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 38.81 times smaller than China.
As of April 2024, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,392,452,032 more people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted China & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,461,777,226 | 69,325,194 | 1.4 billion more people live in China than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 222 | China has 54 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 37 | 139 | China passport holders visit 102 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 348 | Chinese hosts 4 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting China in 2018 was approximately 4,025,600.
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