When foreigners apply for tourist visas in China, there are the following situations about whether they need to provide hotel reservations and air tickets:
Usually, when most citizens of countries apply for a Chinese tourist visa, except for specific circumstances, the consulate will require travel materials such as round-trip airfare and hotel reservations to understand the applicant’s itinerary and assess the authenticity of the travel purpose.
No need to provide
Citizens of specific countries: Starting from January 1, 2024, US citizens traveling to China can apply for a visa to China without providing application materials such as round-trip airfare, hotel reservations, itinerary, or invitation letters.
Holding an invitation letter: foreigners holding a travel invitation letter issued by a unit or individual in China do not need to provide air tickets and hotel orders when applying for a tourist visa.
Enjoy visa free policy: From November 30, 2024 to December 31, 2025, holders of ordinary passports from 38 countries including Brunei, France, and Germany who come to China for tourism and sightseeing for no more than 30 days are eligible for visa free entry without the need to apply for a tourist visa or provide relevant documents.
