In person at the Chinese Embassy consular office at 222 Ben Yehuda Street, Tel Aviv. Postal applications are not accepted.

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Israel to China visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in China on a tourist visa?

A tourist (L) visa typically allows a stay of up to 90 days per entry, depending on the duration of stay granted by immigration.

Q: Can Israelis get a 10-year Chinese visa?

Yes. Under the China–Israel visa facilitation agreement (29 March 2016), Israeli citizens can be granted L and M visas valid up to 10 years with multiple entries.

Q: How much does a Chinese tourist visa cost in Israel?

A single-entry L visa costs ILS 75. Express service adds ILS 100 (2–3 days) or ILS 150 (next day).

Q: Has China banned Israeli tourists?

No. China publicly denied any ban in early 2026 and stated it continues to expand visa facilitation for Israeli travelers.

Israeli passport holders need a visa before traveling to China. Israel is not on China's visa-free or 240-hour transit visa-free list, but a bilateral facilitation agreement lets Israelis obtain a 10-year multiple-entry tourist (L) visa. As of 30 May 2026, ordinary Israeli passport holders are NOT eligible for China's unilateral visa-free entry program (38/46 countries) nor for the 240-hour visa-free transit scheme — Israel appears on neither list. A Chinese tourist (L) visa must be obtained from the Chinese Embassy in Tel Aviv before departure. Under the China–Israel visa facilitation agreement (signed 29 March 2016), Israeli citizens can be granted L and M visas valid for up to 10 years with multiple entries and a stay of up to 90 days per entry. The single-entry L visa fee is ILS 75; processing is 4 working days for regular service, with express options available. Applications must be lodged in person at the Embassy. China publicly reaffirmed in early 2026 that it has not banned Israeli tourists and continues to expand visa facilitation, with Israeli visa applications up 44% year-on-year in 2025.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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 (L) visa — apply before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple (up to 10-year multi-entry under facilitation agreement)

from issue date

Visa fee

ILS 75 (single-entry L visa)

consular fee only

Processing time

4 working days (regular)

standard track

Validity

Up to 10 years (multiple-entry, per China–Israel agreement)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

Israel is not on China's visa-free or 240-hour transit visa-free list, so an ordinary Israeli passport holder must obtain an L (tourist) visa before flying to China.

· Visa required· No VOA

/02

Gather your documents

Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with two blank pages, a completed online application form (COVA), a recent passport photo, flight itinerary, and hotel bookings or an invitation letter.

· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages

/03

Complete the online COVA form

Fill in the China Online Visa Application (COVA) form, print it, and sign it. Schedule an in-person appointment at the Chinese Embassy in Tel Aviv.

· COVA online form

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Submit in person in Tel Aviv

Lodge your application in person at the Chinese Embassy consular office (222 Ben Yehuda Street, Tel Aviv); postal applications are not accepted. Sunday–Thursday, 09:00–12:00.

· In person only· Tel Aviv

/05

Pay the fee and choose processing speed

Pay ILS 75 for a single-entry L visa (cash, shekels). Regular processing is 4 working days; add ILS 100 for 2–3 day or ILS 150 for next-day express service.

· Cash only· Express available

/06

Collect your passport and travel

Return to collect your passport with the visa, verify the entries, validity and 90-day-per-entry stay, then travel to China within the visa's validity.

· Verify visa details

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

Israel -> China · Tourist (L) visa — apply before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed COVA online application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredOne recent color passport photo (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredRound-trip flight itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredHotel bookings for full stay or an invitation letter

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (bank statement)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredVisa fee in cash (shekels)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedCopy of Israeli ID / proof of residence

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalTravel medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

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.

Official sourcesEmbassy of China in Israel — FAQ on Visa-free Entry into China Global Times — China denies banning Israeli tourists, cites visa facilitation measures China Discovery — 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Eligible Countries List (2026)

Application link included: Embassy of China in Israel — FAQ on Visa-free Entry into China

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry tourist (L) visaILS 75Standard fee at Chinese Embassy in Israel

Multiple-entry visa (up to 10 years)ILS 75+Available under China–Israel facilitation agreement; same base fee tier

Express service (2–3 working days)ILS 100Surcharge added to visa fee

Rush service (next working day)ILS 150Surcharge added to visa fee

Total estimateILS 75 — ILS 225incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Regular processing

4 working days

Standard in-person application at the Chinese Embassy in Tel Aviv.

Express (2–3 working days)

2–3 working days

Faster processing for an extra ILS 100.

Rush (next working day)

1 working day

Fastest option for an extra ILS 150.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting major destinations such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an and Guilin on a standard L visa.

High

/02

Visiting family or friends

Israelis with relatives or friends in China travel for short personal visits.

Medium

/03

Business meetings (short)

Short business trips use an M visa rather than the L tourist visa.

Medium

/04

Layover / transit

Israel is not eligible for visa-free transit, so a visa is needed even for stopovers.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Use the foreign visitor lanes, keep hotel or invitation details handy, and make sure your entry purpose matches the visa-free category.

/02

Registration

Hotels normally register foreign guests automatically. If staying in a private residence, complete temporary residence registration with local police within 24 hours.

/03

Connectivity

Install maps, translation, and payment apps before travel. Some foreign services may not work reliably without roaming or a compliant VPN.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Israel to China route verified

Confirmed via the Chinese Embassy in Israel and the 240-hour transit country list that Israel is on neither the visa-free nor transit visa-free lists; an L visa is required. China reaffirmed in early 2026 it continues visa facilitation (10-year multi-entry visas) and has not banned Israeli tourists.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Israeli citizens enter China visa-free?—

No. Israel is not on China's unilateral visa-free list (38/46 countries) and is not eligible for the 240-hour visa-free transit. An L visa must be obtained before travel.

How long can I stay in China on a tourist visa?+

Can Israelis get a 10-year Chinese visa?+

How much does a Chinese tourist visa cost in Israel?+

Where do I apply?+

Has China banned Israeli tourists?+

/11 — Passport tools