China vs Australia: tourist visa
China or Australia for a tourist visa? Side by side: $89 vs $375 all-in, 7 to 10 days vs About 30 days decision, funds to show, process type, biometrics and which one fits your plan.
Verdict
- China is cheaper ($89 vs $375 all-in)
- China decides faster (7 to 10 days)
- China asks for less money in the bank ($1,500 vs $3,500)
China vs Australia: tourist visa side by side
| China | Australia | |
|---|---|---|
| Visa format | Sticker | E-visa |
| Process | sticker visa | e-visa |
| Biometrics | Required | No |
| Interview | No | No |
| Government fee | $30 | $176 |
| vistolane filing fee | $59 | $199 |
| All-in per traveller | $89 | $375 |
| Decision window | 7 to 10 days | About 30 days |
| Validity | 10 years | 12 months |
| Stay | Up to 60 days per visit | Up to 3 months per visit |
| Entries | Multiple | Multiple |
| Funds to show (tourist visa) | $1,500 | $3,500 |
| tourist visa route | Tourist L | Visitor 600 |
Which is cheaper?
China costs $89 all-in ($30 government fee plus $59 filing) and Australia costs $375 ($176 plus $199). China is cheaper by $286 per traveller. Neither figure includes optional attention plans or airport transfers.
Which is faster?
China: 7 to 10 days (7 to 10 days). Australia: About 30 days (Visitor (600): 75% within about 30 days). vistolane quotes a guaranteed decision date for both before you pay.
Which needs less money in the bank?
China asks for about $1,500 and Australia about $3,500 for a tourist visa. China is the lower bar. In both, statements must be seasoned for three months and match the plan you describe.
How the processes differ
China: sticker visa with biometrics. Australia: e-visa. An e-visa needs no appointment; a sticker visa holds your passport for the decision window; an embassy visa adds an interview and a decision at the window.
Which should you pick for a tourist visa?
For a short trip, weigh speed and entries: China decides in 7 to 10 days. If you are choosing purely on cost, China wins.