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- Free consultationbefore you apply
- Consultation & interview prepYou apply directly to the embassy
Independent consultation for travelers preparing their own application. We review your file, explain embassy requirements, and coach you for the interview. You apply directly to the embassy. Your first consultation is free. Trip Away also offers certified translation and travel insurance as separate services if you need them. The visa decision and issue date rest solely with the embassy.
Trip Away provides China visa consultation for residents in Saudi Arabia (Saudi nationals enter China visa-free under the bilateral agreement, 90 days). We explain the form requirements and document-upload steps on the official COVA portal. You complete the application and pay the fees directly on the official portal, then attend the embassy appointment yourself for passport submission.
You apply directly to the embassy. The visa decision and issue date rest solely with the embassy.
Requirements
- Resident passport valid for 6 months past return with two facing blank pages
- Iqama copy from Absher valid for 6 months and 3 months past return
- National address from Absher
- Recent passport-size digital photo with white background
- Bank statement stamped for the last 6 months
- Salary letter (chamber-of-commerce certified for private sector)
- Round-trip flight booking and hotel reservation
- Trip plan for tourist visa
- Invitation letter for business or family visa
Some requirements vary by visa type — contact us so we can determine the right category and review your file with you.
Embassy appointments
After your documents and online application are ready, we walk you through booking your appointment at the Chinese Embassy in Riyadh or the Consulate in Jeddah for passport submission. You attend the appointment yourself; the visa is returned via the embassy or AVAS service.
Visa types
We assist residents in Saudi Arabia with Chinese visa categories:
Tourist Visa (L Visa)
For leisure travel and sightseeing in China. Requires a Trip Plan — we explain the requirements before you submit.
Business Visa (M Visa)
For business activities and short-term commercial visits with an invitation from the Chinese company.
Family Visit Visa (Q/S Visa)
For visiting Chinese relatives or family members residing in China.
Transit Visa (G Visa)
For passing through China to another destination.
Embassy
📍 Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh 11693 – Saudi Arabia
📞 +966 11 488 0036
Application steps
Confirm your eligibility
Saudi nationals enter China visa-free for stays up to 90 days under the bilateral agreement. This service is for residents in Saudi Arabia who require a visa.
Choose the right Chinese visa type
Identify the visa category that matches your purpose of travel — tourism (L), business (M), family visit (Q/S), or transit (G). For tourist applications, a Trip Plan is required (we explain the requirements before you submit).
Fill the COVA online application
Open the official COVA application portal and complete the visa application form in English. After completion the system generates a confirmation receipt with a barcode.
Prepare the required documents
Prepare:
- Resident passport valid for 6 months past return with two facing blank pages.
- Iqama copy from Absher valid for 6 months and 3 months past return.
- Recent passport-size photo (white background).
- Bank statement stamped for the last 6 months.
- Salary letter from your employer (chamber-of-commerce certified for private sector).
- Round-trip flight booking and hotel reservation.
- Trip plan (for tourist visa).
- Invitation letter (for business or family visit visa).Submit at the Chinese Embassy in Riyadh or the Consulate in Jeddah
Book an appointment and submit your file in person. Biometrics are required for many categories. Standard processing is 3–7 business days; priority service can deliver in 24–48 hours for an additional fee.
Collect your passport and visa
Once issued, collect your passport with the visa sticker from the embassy or consulate where you applied.
FAQ
Do Saudi nationals need a visa for China?
No, Saudi nationals enter China visa-free under the bilateral agreement. This service is for residents in Saudi Arabia.
What is the validity of a Chinese tourist visa?
Usually 30, 60, or 90 days, single or multiple entry depending on the case.
What is the most common reason for refusal?
Missing documents or insufficient ties to Saudi Arabia. We help you strengthen your file before you submit.