To further facilitate the visa application process, from today until 31 December 2026, Chinese visa authorities abroad exempt all applicants for short-term visas not exceeding 180 days from fingerprint collection.
However, for applicants for D, J1, Q1, S1, X1 and Z visas, who are required to apply for a residence permit after entering China, fingerprint collection remains mandatory in accordance with the relevant regulations.

Chinese Embassy in Algeria
December 21, 2025