ChinaTogo

Chinese passport · checked 20 Jul 2026

Visa required

Apply before you travel.

Varies

stay depends on visa type

25,000

XOF · visa fee

about $40

5

days

processing time

Embassy

apply in advance

How Chinese citizens apply for a Togo visa

  1. Lodge your application at the Togo embassy or consulate that serves your region, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here ↗
  2. Allow 5 days for processing - apply well before your travel date.

Togo visa cost for Chinese citizens

  • Tourist e-Visa (single entry, 15 days)

    15 days, single entryjsdbiz.com ↗

    XOF 25,000 (~$44)

  • Tourist e-Visa (multiple entry, 30 days)

    30 days, multiple entryjsdbiz.com ↗

    XOF 45,000 (~$78)

  • Tourist e-Visa (multiple entry, 90 days)

    90 days, multiple entryjsdbiz.com ↗

    XOF 65,000 (~$113)

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026

Togo visa types

Every Togo visa category and its key facts. Eligibility varies by type - open a card for the conditions and the official page.

tourist

Visa Touristique (Tourist Visa)

Permits foreign travelers to visit Togo for tourism or to participate in meetings, conferences, salons, or seminars by invitation.

90 dayssingle entry5d processingonlinevalid 90d
  • Fee varies by duration and entry type: 1-15 days single entry 25,000 XOF (~$42 USD); 1-15 days multiple entry 35,000 XOF (~$58 USD); 16-30 days multiple entry 45,000 XOF (~$75 USD); 31-90 days multiple entry 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD).
  • Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg; standard processing is 5 business days maximum and applications should be submitted at least 5 business days before arrival.
  • Visa on arrival is not available - per current immigration rules Togo no longer issues visas at the border.
  • However, an expedited 'ArrivĂ©e Express' processing option IS currently offered (confirmed on the official FAQ and procedures pages, mid-2026) for applicants submitting with less than 5 business days' notice, at a higher fee than standard processing; it is not suspended, contrary to prior data.
Apply here ↗

tourist

Visa Touristique Entrées Multiples - Court Séjour (Tourist Visa Multiple Entry)

Multiple-entry tourist visa for short stays in Togo, covering tourism, conferences, and short business visits.

90 daysmultiple entry5d processingonlinevalid 90d
  • Multiple-entry variant of the tourist visa.
  • 1-15 days: 35,000 XOF (~$58 USD); 16-30 days: 45,000 XOF (~$75 USD); 31-90 days: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD).
  • Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Apply here ↗

business

Visa Professionnel (Professional Visa)

Allows the exercise of certain professions (journalism, commerce) or the execution of projects with Togolese partners for up to 90 days, extendable to one year for business promoters.

365 daysmultiple entry5d processingonlinevalid 365d

Standard duration up to 90 days; extendable to one year (91-365 days multiple entry: 100,000 XOF, ~$167 USD) for business promoters or active professionals. Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg at least 5 business days before arrival.

Apply here ↗

transit

Transit (Airside)

Allows passengers to transit through Togolese international airports without entering Togo, remaining airside throughout.

  • Passengers remaining airside (not passing through immigration) are exempt from visa requirements.
  • No separate transit visa category is published on the official portal.
  • Travelers who wish to exit the airside area and enter Togolese territory must hold a valid visa or qualify for visa-free entry.
Apply here ↗

student

Visa d'Immigration - Études/Stage (Study/Internship Immigration Visa)

Enables foreign nationals to settle in Togo for study or internship purposes on a sustainable basis.

90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108onlinevalid 90d
  • Subcategory of the Immigration Visa.
  • Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry.
  • Applicants must also obtain a Togolese residence permit (carte de sĂ©jour Ă©tudiant: 1-year at 100,000 XOF, 3-year at 250,000 XOF) to remain long-term.
  • Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Apply here ↗

family

Visa d'Immigration - Regroupement Familial (Family Reunification Immigration Visa)

Enables sustainable settlement in Togo for the purpose of family reunification with a legally residing family member.

90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108onlinevalid 90d
  • Subcategory of the Immigration Visa.
  • Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry.
  • Long-term stay requires a residence permit (carte de sĂ©jour).
  • Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Apply here ↗

work

Visa d'Immigration Professionnel (Professional Immigration Visa)

Enables sustainable settlement in Togo for the purpose of professional activity and employment.

90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108onlinevalid 90d
  • Subcategory of the Immigration Visa intended for those establishing themselves professionally in Togo.
  • Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry.
  • Long-term stay requires a residence permit (carte de sĂ©jour ordinaire or privileged).
  • Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Apply here ↗

diplomatic

Visa de Courtoisie (Courtesy Visa)

Issued free of charge to official representatives for diplomatic missions and official visits under bilateral or multilateral agreements.

multiple entry5d processingfreeonline
  • Issued free of charge (0 XOF) for all durations, multiple entry.
  • Reserved for official diplomatic representatives and mission personnel.
  • Long-term courtesy visas exempt holders from the standard visa requirement.
  • Bilateral agreements also exempt holders of diplomatic and service passports from several countries from any visa requirement altogether.
Apply here ↗

Togo visa policy, fees & entry rules in full →

Togo visa for Chinese citizens - FAQ

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Togo?

Yes - Chinese citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Togo embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.

What documents do Chinese citizens need for Togo?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Togo visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

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