# China passport to United States: Visa required

Current access classification: **Visa required** — Traditional visa required before travel.

Access data checked August 24, 2026. Evidence status: **official evidence collected**.

This page concerns ordinary short visits unless an official source states otherwise. Authorities apply the current rule, and individual circumstances can change the applicable treatment.

## Evidence timeline

- **Current official route — PRC visitors require a visitor visa and some also require EVUS** (Visa required)
  A PRC passport holder needs a B-1, B-2, or B-1/B-2 visa; holders of specified 10-year visas must also maintain EVUS enrollment.
  - EVUS is an additional condition for specified 10-year visa holders, not a substitute for a visitor visa.
  - A visa permits travel to request entry and does not guarantee admission.
  Official source:
  - [U.S. Department of State: Visitor Visa](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html)

## How to apply

Follow the current instructions on the official portal.

1. Complete the DS-160 online application and retain its confirmation page.
2. Follow the relevant U.S. embassy or consulate instructions, pay the required fee, and schedule an interview when required.
3. Provide the passport and evidence requested to establish the trip purpose, funds, and intention to depart.

[Start the official DS-160 visitor-visa application](https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/)

## Useful links

- [HTML evidence page](https://multipassrank.com/china-united-states-visa)
- [China passport access](https://multipassrank.com/passport/china)
- [All passport requirements for United States](https://multipassrank.com/destination/united-states)
- [Dataset license](https://multipassrank.com/data-license)