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Important Notice
Dear Applicants Please be advised that due to internal system technical upgrades, visa applicationsand legalization submitted on6th,7th,8thMaywillexperience delays in processing at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center. All applicants submitting applications during above period at visa centera
STEP 3: Collection
From the day you submit the application at the Visa CentreNormal Service: Six working daysExpress Service:Fourworking days Please make collection during the opening hours at the Visa Centre with the original pick-up form. Visa Submission Time: 09:00 to 12:00Visa Collection Time: 14:00 to 16:00 Chi
STEP 2: Submitting Documents to the Visa Centre after Online Approval (No Appointment Required)
STEP 2: Submitting Documents to the Visa Centre after Online Approval (No Appointment Required) Special Reminder: Applicants for diplomatic, official, courtesy, and other visas are still requested to submit their applications at the Chinese Consulate General inKolkata. Application Procedure 1. Subm
STEP 1: Online Submission
The applicant needs to make an online payment for the service (Express/Normal) and then visit the website to fill the application form and upload the documents as per requirement along with the payment confirmation email. Please note the service cannot be changed at the later stage. Visa fees will
Notice on the Latest Requirements for Chinese Visa Application
Notice on the Latest Requirements for Chinese Visa Application
Holiday Notice for General Election
Dear Applicants, Please be informed that the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre in Kolkata will be closed on 29thApril 2026 on account of General Election. Please arrange your appointment and submission accordingly. Chinese Visa Application Service Centre Kolkata. Date 2026.04.21
Arrival Card E-filling Launched
Effective November 20, 2025, foreign nationals may fill in the relevant entry information online before coming to China through the official website and government service platform of the National Immigration Administration (NIA), the NIA 12367 app and WeChat/Alipay mini program, or by scanning the
Holiday Notice for Kali Puja and Diwali Festival
Holiday Notice for Kali Puja and Diwali Festival Dear Applicants, Please be informed that the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre in Kolkata will be closed on 20th October 2025 and 21st October 2025 on account of Kali Puja and Diwali Festival. Please arrange your submission accordingly. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation. Chinese Visa Application Service Centre Kolkata. 15th October 2025.
Holiday Notice for Durga Puja Festival and Chinese National Day
Dear Applicants, Please be informed that the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre in Kolkata will be closed from 29thSeptember 2025 till 08thOctober 2025 on account of Durga Puja Festival and Chinese National Day. Chinese Visa Application Service Centre Kolkata. 25thSeptember 2025
Notice on Cancellation of Online Appointment for Chinese Authentication Applications
Notice on Cancellation of Online Appointment for Chinese Authentication Applications 2025-01-15 Starting from January 15, 2025, Online Appointment for China Authentication in Kolkata will be Suspended. Applicant can walk -in and apply for the Authentication at the Centre. Note that the Authentication application form is still required. We kindly suggest that you could arrange a reasonable schedule to visit the centre to avoid peak hours. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding! Chinese Visa Application Service Centre Kolkata 2025 January 15