Last updated 2026-07-23
Visa on arrival for Shenzhen (5-Day) SEZ in China for U.S. citizens
Shenzhen visa on arrival
Visa overview
The Shenzhen 5-day visa on arrival, also known as the Shenzhen 5-day VOA, enables tourists from most countries to stay in Shenzhen for up to 5 days without applying for a regular visa. During these 5 days, tourists cannot leave Shenzhen for other mainland Chinese cities.
Visa validity period
5 days
Consular fee
¥130 (~$20)
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Visa Information
English international
Category code
SEZ
Type of visa
Port visa
Category
Special economic zone visa
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