Last updated 2026-05-18
Urgent visa to China for citizens of the Philippines
Visa on arrival, VoA, Port visa, Emergency visa
Travel purpose:
Business
, other
, work
, study
Visa overview
Foreigners who need to visit China urgently for various emergency reasons—such as business, family matters, work, study, or other private purposes—and do not have time to apply for a visa at Chinese embassies or consulates abroad may be eligible to obtain a Visa on Arrival upon arrival in China. This visa is generally valid for a single entry with a stay of up to 30 days. Foreign travelers can submit their entry information online before entering China using various official platforms, including the National Immigration Administration (NIA) website via PC or smartphone, the “NIA 12367” mobile app, or the WeChat (Alipay) mini program.
Visa validity period
from 1 day to 1 month
Consular fee
$180
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Urgent business visa
Eligible individuals
Business partner, entrepreneur, business owner, employee
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180
Urgent non-business visit visa
Eligible individuals
Academic, cultural worker, clergy, volunteer, geography
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180
Urgent family visit visa
Eligible individuals
Spouse, parent, descendant, sibling, grandparent, fostered child, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180
Urgent private visit visa
Eligible individuals
Relative, patient, parent-in-law, adopted child
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180
Urgent work visit visa
Eligible individuals
Employee, foreign expert, performer, volunteer
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180
Urgent student visit visa
Eligible individuals
Student, bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. student.
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 1 month
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$180