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China to Venezuela visa requirements

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.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist (T) visa via online e-Visa (or embassy/consulate fallback)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 180 (was USD 60); confirm current fee on official portal
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 15 business days
standard track
Validity
1 year from issue (multiple-entry)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Ordinary Chinese passport holders are not visa-exempt for Venezuela (only diplomatic, official, service, and public-affairs passports get 30-day visa-free). Plan to obtain a Tourist (T) e-Visa before departure.
· Tourist (T)· Ordinary passport
/02
Access the official e-Visa portal
Go to the Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MPPRE) electronic visa portal, create an account, and start a Tourist (T) visa application. The 2026 system is fully online and open to nationals of all countries.
· Online· MPPRE portal
/03
Complete the application form
Enter your passport and personal details, intended travel dates, and Venezuelan contact/accommodation information accurately, matching your passport exactly.
· Accuracy required
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload a scan of your valid passport, a recent photo, proof of accommodation, a confirmed round-trip/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds (about USD 1,500), and travel/health insurance (min. USD 30,000 coverage).
· Documents· Insurance
/05
Pay the fee and submit
Pay the e-Visa fee (approx. USD 180; verify the current amount) and submit. Allow around 15 days for processing.
· ~15 days· Pay online
/06
Receive and print the e-Visa
The approved e-Visa arrives by email. Print a copy and carry it with your passport to present to Venezuelan immigration on arrival. If the online channel is unavailable to Chinese applicants, apply at the nearest Venezuelan embassy/consulate instead.
· Print copy· Embassy fallback
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
China -> Venezuela · Tourist (T) visa via online e-Visa (or embassy/consulate fallback)
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RequiredChinese ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Venezuela e-Visa (printed copy) or consular visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo (digital upload)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip or onward ticket out of Venezuela
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (about USD 1,500)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedTravel/health insurance with min. USD 30,000 coverage
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredCompleted online application via MPPRE e-Visa portal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa fee payment confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate (recommended for some regions)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of Venezuela - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist e-Visa feeApprox. USD 180Increased from USD 60 under the 2026 e-Visa system; confirm current amount on the official portal
Travel/health insuranceUSD 30-80 (varies)Minimum USD 30,000 coverage typically required
Photo and document scanningUSD 5-15Optional if done at home
Total estimateUSD 180USD 275incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy/consulate application
10-15 business days (can be longer)
Traditional in-person or agent submission at a Venezuelan mission; fallback if online channel is unavailable to Chinese applicants.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free access for ordinary passports
Only Chinese diplomatic, official, service, and public-affairs passports get 30-day visa-free entry; ordinary tourist passports must obtain a visa in advance.
High
/02
Onward/return ticket required
Travelers without a confirmed round-trip ticket may be refused entry or visa issuance.
High
/03
Proof of funds and insurance
Applicants should show about USD 1,500 in funds and health insurance with at least USD 30,000 coverage.
Medium
/04
e-Visa rollout still expanding
The 2026 online system publicly launched for US and Canadian citizens first; Chinese applicants should verify portal availability or use the embassy.
Medium
/05
Passport validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
China to Venezuela route verified
Confirmed ordinary Chinese passports require a visa (no visa-free/VoA). Verified Venezuela's April 2026 fully online e-Visa system for Tourist (T) and Business categories, open to nationals of all countries, with ~USD 180 fee, ~15-day processing, and 1-year multiple-entry validity (90-day stays). Sources: Venezuela visa policy (Wikipedia), Fragomen, US Embassy Caracas.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Chinese citizens enter Venezuela without a visa?
No. Ordinary Chinese passport holders need a visa. Only diplomatic, official, service, and public-affairs Chinese passports may enter visa-free for up to 30 days.
Is there a visa on arrival for Venezuela?+
How do I apply for the Venezuela e-Visa?+
How long can I stay and is the visa multiple-entry?+
How much does the Venezuela tourist visa cost?+
What if the online portal does not work for Chinese applicants?+
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