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Do India citizens need a visa for China?

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India citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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India vs China: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
18

countries both India and China can enter visa-free together

India + China: passport compatibility

75%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and China travel together — by entry type:

18 both visa-free
23 both visa on arrival
29 both e-visa / eTA
77 both need a visa
50 access differs

Where India and China can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (18)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Barbados 30 days #48
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Grenada 30 days #65
Haiti 90 days #175
Iran 15 days #190
Jamaica 30 days #100
Kazakhstan 14 days #116
Kiribati 90 days #84
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Seychelles 90 days #58
Thailand 60 days #110
Vanuatu 120 days #105

China: good to know

Beijing

Capital

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Currency

China Standard Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+86

Calling code

A, C, I

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else India goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for China

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for China?
India citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — India or China?
The China passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 27. Global rank: India #137, China #112.
Where can India and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 18 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for China?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

India passport ranking

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