China eases visa rules for Indians amid tariff war with US, 85,000 visas issued so far

PTC News Desk: Amid ongoing tariff war with the United States, China has eased travel restrictions for Indians in effort to woo them to visit the country.   

The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, said he hopes even more Indians will visit China to see that it is open, safe and friendly.

"As of April 9, 2025, the Chinese Embassy and Consulates in India have issued more than 85,000 visas to Indian citizens travelling to China this year. Welcome more Indian friends to visit China, experience an open, safe, vibrant, sincere and friendly China," he said this in a post on X.

As of April 9, 2025, the Chinese Embassy and Consulates in India have issued more than 85,000 visas to Indian citizens traveling to China this year. Welcome more Indian friends to visit China, experience an open, safe, vibrant, sincere and friendly China. pic.twitter.com/4kkENM7nkK — Xu Feihong (@China_Amb_India) April 12, 2025

The move comes at a time when the United States President Donald Trump has warned the countries of higher tariffs with special target on China. After Trump raised tariffs on Chinese goods, China asked India to join them in opposing what they called the “US abuse of tariffs”.

Special relaxations for Indian travellers

• No appointments needed as applicants can now walk into Visa centres without prior appointment
• Biometric exemption for short visits
• Reduced visa fees
• Faster processing times
• Tourism promotion

- With inputs from agencies

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