North America · China
United States
United States visit visa for China passport / residents
United States · Statue of Liberty New York · Don Ramey Logan · CC BY 4.0
Summary
Usually B-1/B-2 (unless other status)
Where to file: DS-160 + interview (interview rules vary by age/prior visa)
Verified 22 September 2026
- Visa type
- B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa
- Biometrics
- Biometrics are recorded as required.
- Interview
- Typically required unless interview waived under current rules
Most foreign nationals need a nonimmigrant visitor visa (B-1 business / B-2 tourism / combined B-1/B-2) before travel. Citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries generally use ESTA instead of a B visa for short tourism/business stays (check eligibility). Canadian citizens generally do not need a visa for temporary visit/tourism/business (per State Dept visitor page exceptions). ESTA: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/ DS-160: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
Checklist
Document requirements
- DS-160 confirmation page + photo per DS-160 rules
- Passport valid for travel
- Interview at US Embassy/Consulate (unless interview waived per current rules)
- Evidence may be requested re: purpose, funds, ties abroad (invitation/Affidavit of Support not required for visitor visa per State Dept, but may be brought)
Money and time
Fees and timeline
Unknown — not found as a single official fee in this pack. Check the apply links before paying anyone.
Processing (official)
Embassy-specific wait times on travel.state.gov
Official only
How to apply
You will leave VisitVisaInfo for an official government or designated VAC website.
- Official formDS-160ceac.state.gov/genniv/
- Official informationVisitor Visatravel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html
- Official hubesta.cbp.dhs.govesta.cbp.dhs.gov/
- Official hubtravel.state.govtravel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Statistics/Non-Immigrant-Statistics/RefusalRates/FY25.pdf
- Official hubNonimmigrant statistics / refusal ratestravel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-statistics/nonimmigrant-visa-statistics.html
- Official hubEmbassy locatorwww.usembassy.gov/
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Official statistics
Visa ratio
20.21%
FY2025 adjusted B-visa refusal rate percent · FY2025
Adjusted refusal rate by nationality; not a prediction for any individual
Official sourceQuick answers
FAQ
Do China passport holders need a visa for United States?
Recorded status: Embassy visa required. Usually B-1/B-2 (unless other status) Visa type: B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa. Confirm on the official source before you travel.
What fee is recorded for a United States visit from China?
Not found as a single official figure in this research pack. Check the official apply link before you pay.
How long does a United States visa decision take?
Processing (official): Embassy-specific wait times on travel.state.gov. Appointment waits are separate and are only shown when the pack records them.
What is the United States visa refusal rate for China?
20.21% — FY2025 adjusted B-visa refusal rate percent (FY2025). Adjusted refusal rate by nationality; not a prediction for any individual