Do China passport holders need a visa to visit VE?

Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Venezuela. As of April 2026, Venezuela operates a fully online electronic visa (e-Visa) for tourist (T) and business travelers, open to nationals of all countries including China. Apply online via the Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal before travel; there is no visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival for ordinary Chinese passports. A Chinese ordinary passport holder cannot enter Venezuela visa-free for tourism. Only Chinese diplomatic, official, service, and "public affairs" passport holders enjoy 30-day visa-free access; ordinary tourist passports do not. The standard route is a Tourist (T) visa. In April 2026 Venezuela's Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched a fully online e-Visa system that replaces in-person consular submission for tourist and business categories. Per Venezuela's published visa policy, nationals of all countries may apply for the e-Visa, so Chinese tourists should use the online portal: create an account, complete the application form, upload a passport scan, photo, proof of accommodation, return/onward ticket, proof of funds, and travel/health insurance. The e-Visa is typically issued as a one-year, multiple-entry visa with stays up to 90 days, delivered by email and printed for presentation at the border. Processing is roughly 15 days. The rollout publicly began with US and Canadian citizens, so Chinese applicants who cannot complete the online process should apply at the nearest Venezuelan embassy/consulate as a fallback. Always verify current fees and portal availability with the official Venezuelan Foreign Ministry before booking travel.