Get a United Kingdom Visa

Important Information

ETA Needed from January 8, 2025
For travelers entering the United Kingdom before January 8, 2025, an ETA is not needed. Beginning January 8, 2025, travelers of your nationality will require an ETA to enter the United Kingdom.

Tourist Travel Requirements for a United Kingdom Visa for Chinese Citizens

  1. Starting January 8, 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorization is Required

    For travelers entering the United Kingdom before January 8, 2025, an ETA is not needed. Beginning January 8, 2025, travelers of your nationality will require an ETA to enter the United Kingdom.

    For stays up to six months, an ETA will not be necessary before January 8, 2025. However, please note that you must:

    • Hold a passport valid for the entire duration of stay with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination

Business Travel Requirements for a United Kingdom Visa for Chinese Citizens

  1. Meta UK ETA Information

    You might be eligible for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (UK ETA). Please review your eligibility by checking the information provided by the UK government here. 

    Eligibility and Process

    The UK ETA is applied via an App on your mobile device, introduced by the Government of United Kingdom. Please download the UK ETA App via the Apple App store or Google Play.  

    If you cannot use the app, you can apply online via the Government of UK website. 

    Refer to UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for more information. 

United Kingdom Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my United Kingdom visa?

    The best time to apply for your United Kingdom visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a United Kingdom visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The United Kingdom visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.