1. Diplomatic, service or courtesy visa applicants need to register at China Online VISA Application (COVA) （https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/）, and select the city “Brisbane” to submit their application. After approved online, the applicants should submit the documents to the Consulate-General of the PRC in Brisbane directly, without the need for prior appointment.

2. Visas for Australian Diplomatic or Official Passport Holder

In accordance with the agreement reached between the People’s Republic of China and the Commonwealth of Australia, from June 1, 2013, a multiple entry visa valid for 3 years will be issued to Australian diplomatic or official passport holder.

The applicant should submit the following documents:

1) One diplomatic note from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade or an official letter from the State or Territory offices of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade;

2) Original Passport of the applicant;

3) Visa Application Form (online);

4) Invitation Letter from the Chinese inviting party, where relevant.

Further documents may be requested and must be submitted in individual cases.

Visa fee for Australian official passport holder is A$135. No visa fee for Australian diplomatic passport holder.

Processing time is 5 working days.