How much does it cost to apply for a tourist visa?
As the global tourism market gradually recovers, tourist visa fees have become one of the hot topics recently. Many countries have adjusted their visa policies and fees have also changed. This article will sort out the tourist visa fee information that has been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days, and provide structured data for reference.
1. List of tourist visa fees for popular countries
| country | Visa type | Fee (RMB) | Validity period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | single tourist visa | 350-450 | 3 months |
| South Korea | single tourist visa | 280-400 | 3 months |
| USA | B1/B2 tourist visa | 1120 | 10 years |
| Schengen Area | short term tourist visa | 600-800 | According to itinerary |
| thailand | visa on arrival | 400 | 15 days |
| Australia | tourist visa | 790 | 1 year |
2. Recent changes in visa policies
1.Japan e-visa pilot expanded: Japan has recently expanded the scope of its electronic visa pilot. Applicants from some areas can apply online through designated travel agencies, but the fee is the same as a traditional visa.
2.European Schengen visa digitization process: The European Union announced that it will fully implement the electronic visa system in 2026, and the current transition period fees will remain unchanged.
3.Visa discounts for Southeast Asian countries: In order to attract Chinese tourists, countries such as Thailand and Malaysia have launched phased visa fee reduction and exemption policies.
3. Key factors affecting visa fees
| factors | Description | cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Visa type | Single/multiple/long-term | The price difference can reach 300% |
| Application channels | Embassy/Agency/Electronic | Agency fee 50-300 yuan |
| expedited service | Ordinary/Expedited/Express | Additional charge of 100-500 yuan |
| exchange rate fluctuations | Visa settled in foreign currency | Fluctuation 3-5% monthly |
4. How to save visa fees
1.Plan ahead: Avoid applying during peak seasons to avoid expedited fees.
2.Choose eVisa: Electronic visas are usually 20-30% cheaper than traditional visas.
3.Follow promotions: Some countries will offer visa fee exemptions during the off-season.
4.Apply for connecting visa: For example, Schengen visa can cover multiple European countries.
5. Latest visa fee trend forecast
Based on recent policy adjustments and exchange rate changes in various countries, it is expected that in the next three months:
| area | expected changes | Amplitude |
|---|---|---|
| asian countries | Stable but declining | -5% to +3% |
| European and American countries | small increase | +3% to +8% |
| Oceania | stay stable | Basically the same |
Summary: Tourist visa fees are affected by many factors. It is recommended to pay attention to changes in the visa policy of the target country 3 months before travel. Through reasonable planning and selection of application channels, visa costs can be effectively controlled. Among recent popular destinations, Asian countries have the most cost-effective visas, while European countries have relatively higher visa fees but longer validity periods.
Note: The above statistics are based on the last 10 days. The actual costs may change due to adjustments to the embassy’s policies. Please refer to the latest official announcement.
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