No. Neither the consular nor the CVASC fee is refundable. The full USD 126 is lost and must be paid again on re-application.
China Visa Fees 2026 — Complete Comparison of All Types
The total cost of a Chinese visa consists of three components: the consular fee charged by the Embassy of the PRC, the service fee charged by the CVASC visa centre, and an optional express surcharge. In 2026 the consular fee for Ukrainian citizens ranges from USD 30 to USD 90 depending on type and entries, the CVASC fee is USD 66, and express processing adds USD 18.
Short answer
A single-entry L tourist visa in 2026 costs from USD 126 (consular 60 + service 66). A single-entry business M — from USD 126, double-entry — USD 156, multi — USD 186. Work Z — from USD 126 plus Work Permit processing. Student X1/X2 — from USD 126. Q1/Q2 family — from USD 126. Transit G — from USD 96.
PRC Embassy consular fee
For Ukrainian citizens in 2026: single-entry — USD 60, double — USD 90, multi 6 months — USD 120, multi 12 months — USD 180. Some categories receive a discount.
- Single entry — USD 60
- Double entry — USD 90
- Multi-entry 6 months — USD 120
- Multi-entry 12 months — USD 180
- The fee is non-refundable on refusal.
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CVASC service fee
The Kyiv CVASC visa centre charges a flat USD 66 for document intake, biometrics and courier delivery. This does not depend on the visa type and is not refunded in case of refusal.
Express surcharge
The standard processing time is 4 business days. Express (3 days) adds USD 18, rush (2 days) adds USD 30. Use sparingly — it is best to submit at least two weeks before departure.
Comparison table (standard processing, single entry)
Approximate total cost for a Ukrainian citizen in 2026 (consular + service, without express):
- L (tourism) — USD 126 single / 156 double / 186 multi-6m
- M (business) — 126 / 156 / 186 / 246 multi-12m
- Z (work) — USD 126 + Work Permit processing
- Q1/Q2 (family) — 126 / 156 / 186
- S1/S2 (foreigner's relative) — 126
- X1/X2 (study) — 126
- G (transit) — 96
What is not included in the fees
Extra costs beyond the consular and service fee: notarised translation of documents — UAH 120–250/page; travel insurance — USD 7–15/week; apostille for long-term visas — at the Ministry of Justice tariff. A corporate invitation letter is usually free when provided directly by your Chinese partner, and if you don't have one, a licensed Chinese company can issue it.
Refunds and re-applications
In case of refusal, fees are not refunded. A re-application requires a brand new document pack and a new payment of all fees. If there is any risk of refusal (previous deportations, dubious purpose), consult an agency beforehand.
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No. Children under 18 pay the same consular and service fees as adults. There are no age-based discounts.
The basis is the embassy consular fee (USD 60–180 depending on type and entries) plus the visa center service fee (USD 66). You may also need notarised translation, apostille, and travel insurance. Exact consular rates are set by the PRC Embassy.
Yes, +USD 18 (3 days) or +USD 30 (2 days) on top of the consular fee. CVASC service does not increase.
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