In order to provide greater convenience to visa applicants, from now until December 31, 2026, the Consulate General of China in Istanbul will exempt fingerprinting from all applicants applying for short-term visas with a stay not exceeding 180 days.

Fingerprints will continue to be taken from visa applicants who require a residence permit after entering China, such as D, J1, Q1, S1, X1 and Z visa types, in accordance with the legislation.