With the aim of making travel to China more accessible and simpler, a A new visa application center has been inaugurated in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.. This development marks an important step in meeting the needs of the growing demand for visa services in the region.
An effort to serve travellers better
The decision to open this center in Riyadh is specifically aimed at offering more convenient and efficient services to travelers wishing to visit China. From its opening in the test phase on August 26, 2024, through to its official opening on august 29, 2024The center has already begun to transform the visa application experience for many potential visitors.
Growing volume of requests
The urgent need for this new center is obvious when you consider that the Chinese embassy in Riyadh has been handling more than 20,000 visa applications this yeardouble the volume of the previous year. This substantial increase clearly demonstrates the growing interest and commitment to travel in China.
The new rules and benefits
Since July 1, 2024New rules have been put in place to further simplify travel for Chinese tourists to Saudi Arabia. These changes include streamlined visa processes at reduced costs, as well as a significant increase in flight capacity between the two countries.
How the visa application center works
Managed by China Youth Travel Service Aoyou Technology Development Co, Ltd, the visa application center plays a crucial role in collecting visa service fees and expediting processing on behalf of the embassy. However, it is important to note that final decisions on visa issuance are made by the embassy itself. This includes the period of validity of the visa and the number of entries allowed.
Additional documents and interviews
In some cases, consular officials may request additional documents or interviews to complete the visa application process. Holders of diplomatic, service or courtesy passports should always apply directly to the embassy.
Saudi Arabia has made significant efforts to improve accessibility and convenience for Chinese tourists. By increasing the frequency of daily flights between China and Saudi Arabia and allowing Chinese travelers to apply for visas on arrival, the country hopes to attract more than five million Chinese tourists by 2030.
Language support and convenient payment options
To make it easier to welcome Chinese visitors, language support will be available at Saudi airports as well as on major tourist sites. What's more, payment options such as UnionPay will be widely accepted, making the stay of Chinese tourists even more convenient.
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