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Jordan to China visa requirements

Jordanian ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit China for tourism. Apply for a Type L (tourist) visa at the Chinese Embassy in Amman before travel. As of 30 May 2026, Jordan is NOT included in China's unilateral visa-free program (48 countries) or its 240-hour visa-free transit scheme (55 countries), so Jordanian ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to China for tourism. The correct category is the Type L (tourist) visa. Applicants first complete the China Online Visa Application (COVA) form online, then book an appointment and submit their passport, photo, and supporting documents in person at the Chinese Embassy in Amman, where fingerprints are collected for most first-time applicants. Standard processing is about 4 working days, with express service available for an extra fee. The single-entry tourist visa typically permits a stay of up to 30 days per entry. Always confirm current requirements directly with the Embassy of China in Amman before booking travel.
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
Type L tourist visa (embassy-issued sticker)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (single-entry)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (double/multiple available on request)
from issue date
Visa fee
JOD 26 (single entry); +JOD 18 express
consular fee only
Processing time
About 4 working days (standard)
standard track
Validity
Typically 3 months to enter from issue date
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Jordanian ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt and not on China's 240-hour transit list, so a Type L tourist visa is required before departure.
· Type L· Pre-arrival
/02
Complete the COVA online form
Log in to the China Online Visa Application (COVA) system, select the tourist (L) visa, fill in your details, and upload your passport scan and a compliant photo. Print the form and confirmation page.
· Online· COVA
/03
Book an appointment in Amman
Schedule a submission appointment at the Chinese Embassy / Visa Application Service Center in Amman to lodge your documents in person.
· Appointment· Amman
/04
Submit documents and give fingerprints
Attend in person with your passport, printed COVA form, photo, and supporting documents (itinerary/return ticket, proof of accommodation). Fingerprints are collected for most applicants.
· In person· Biometrics
/05
Pay the fee and collect the visa
Pay the visa fee (JOD 26 single entry, plus express fee if expedited). Collect your passport with the visa sticker after about 4 working days.
· Fee· Collection
/06
Travel within validity
Enter China within the visa's validity window and stay no longer than the authorized 30-day period per entry.
· 30 days· Entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Jordan -> China · Type L tourist visa (embassy-issued sticker)
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RequiredJordanian passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted and printed COVA application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredOne recent compliant passport photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward flight booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel itinerary for the China trip
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredVisa fee in JOD (cash/card as accepted)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFingerprints (collected on site)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds / bank statement
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
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.
Official sourcesEmbassy of China in Jordan - Visa & Consular ServicesConsulate General of China (NY) - FAQ on Visa-free Entry into China (Nov 2025)Embassy of China - China Extends 240-hour Visa-Free Transit Policy (55 countries)
Application link included: Embassy of China in Jordan - Visa & Consular Services
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry tourist (L) visaJOD 26Standard fee for Jordanian citizens
Double-entry visaJOD 39If applying for two entries
Express service+JOD 18Optional, 2-3 working day processing
Service center feeJOD 0-20May apply if lodged via a visa application service center
Total estimateJOD 26 — JOD 64incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
About 4 working days
Normal turnaround once documents are submitted at the embassy in Amman.
Express processing
2-3 working days
Expedited service for an additional fee of about JOD 18.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Jordan not on unilateral visa-free list
China's 48-country visa-free policy (as of Nov 2025) does not include Jordan, so no visa-free entry applies.
High
/02
Not eligible for 240-hour transit
Jordan is not among the 55 countries eligible for the 240-hour visa-free transit scheme.
Medium
/03
Tourism requires Type L visa
Short tourist visits fall under the Type L category, which must be obtained before travel.
High
/04
In-person biometrics required
Most applicants must give fingerprints in person at the embassy or visa center in Amman.
Medium
/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
Jordan to China route verified
Confirmed against the Chinese Embassy in Jordan and the Nov 2025 China visa-free FAQ that Jordan is not on the 48-country visa-free list nor the 55-country 240-hour transit list; a Type L tourist visa remains required via COVA.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Jordanian citizens need a visa to visit China?—
Yes. Jordanian ordinary passport holders must obtain a Type L tourist visa before traveling to China. Jordan is not on China's visa-free or visa-free transit lists.
Can Jordanians use China's 240-hour visa-free transit?+
How long can I stay on a Chinese tourist visa?+
How much does the China tourist visa cost for Jordanians?+
Do I need to give fingerprints?+
How long does processing take?+
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