China passport → Canada

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Canada?

Visa required in advance

Chinese passport holders need a visa for Canada, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.

What this means for your trip

Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

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Canada at a glance

Capital: Ottawa
Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD)
Languages: English, French
Calling code: +1
Region: Northern America

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Canada for other passports

IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free180 days
United KingdomeTA180 days
United Arab EmirateseTA180 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeeTA180 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Northern America for Chinese passport holders

United StatesVisa required

Common questions

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Canada?

Chinese passport holders need a visa for Canada, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.

How long can Chinese citizens stay in Canada?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can Chinese citizens get a visa on arrival in Canada?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Chinese citizens visit without a visa?

84 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The China passport ranks #51 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.