China Visa from the UK · Fees
China visa fees from the UK
The full cost of a China Tourist (L) Visa when applying from the UK, itemised — every government charge plus Visank's transparent service fee.
Processing
Appointment + biometrics
Cost
~£130 at CVASC + Visank fee
If rejected
100% service-fee refund
Cost breakdown (from the UK)
Consular fee (tourist L visa)
Set by the Chinese Embassy — same for single/double/multiple entry
£64
CVASC service fee
Charged by the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre; confirm the current amount at your centre
~£66
Visank service fee
End-to-end handling — refunded in full if your visa is rejected
£249£150
Government fees are set by the China authorities and are charged at cost — Visank takes no commission on them. Visank's service fee is refunded if your visa is rejected.
China visa — frequently asked
How much is a China visa from the UK?
The government consular fee (tourist l visa) is £64. There is also cvasc service fee of ~£66. Visank's service fee is on top, and is refunded if you're rejected.
Is the China visa fee refundable if rejected?
Government fees are non-refundable, but Visank refunds its service fee in full if your China visa is rejected.
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Official sources
Fees, requirements and processing times are set by the China authorities. Always confirm the latest details on the official sites below before you travel.