Transit Visa / G Visa
1. Basic documentation and application form
(1) Actual passport having at least six months validity left before expiration and with more than one blank visa page.
(2) A valid visa of the country of destination, or an invitation, and an airline ticket/travel itinerary showing transit through China may be required.
* In general, it is not necessary to provide the above-mentioned documentation. If required, the consular official will telephone you.
(3) One completed Visa Application Form (BG-01) with one additional passport photo (black & white or color is acceptable).
Note:
If the application form is not completely filled out, or it is not legible, this may cause a delay in processing or the denial of visa.
2. Methods of Application and Processing Time
Walk-in Service. To apply for a visa, applicants can appear in person at the visa office of the Chinese Embassy, or designate a representative or travel agency to appear.
The regular processing time is four (4) business days. Applicant may request expedited processing, available only with the approval of the consular official accepting the application. Additional fees of NIS 150 for one (1) working day and NIS 100 for 2-3 working days will be charged.
The Chinese Embassy currently does not accept mail applications.
3. Visa Fee and Visa Validity
The Embassy does not accept personal checks. Please pay in cash.
The following visa fees are applicable to Israeli citizens
Number of Entry Validity Duration Visa Fee (WALK-IN SERVICE ONLY)
Single 90 days 007 days NIS 80
Double 90 days 007 days (each entry) NIS 120
* Generally, a visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. To avoid delays in obtaining visas and unnecessary costs relating to rush service fees, please apply for your visa no earlier than three months and no later than thirty days before the planned date of departure to avoid expiration of the visa.
4. Special Notes
* Any person suffering from mental disorder, leprosy, AIDS, venereal diseases, contagious tuberculosis or other diseases shall not be allowed to enter China.
* The Validity of the Visa, Duration of Stay, and Number of Entries, are issued at the discretion of consular officers, whose decisions are based strictly on the laws and regulations of the Chinese Government. The consular officers have the authority to refuse any applications inconsistent with Chinese laws and regulations. The consular officers are entitled to change and/or revoke issued visas. They reserve the right to refuse any application and withhold disclosure of the reason for the refusal.