🇨🇳 China · Business Visit
M Visa — Business / Commercial Activities — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €514 |
| Minimum annual salary | €6,429 |
| Proof of savings | €2,572 |
| Minimum investment | €1,286 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €28 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €514.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Proof of savings
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum investment
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Job offer
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Employer sponsor
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Work experience
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
Open to all nationalities
https://pg.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsyw/lsfw/202411/t20241118_11528042.htm · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.