# Chinese business visa hurdles threaten Indian manufacturing links 2026-08-07T05:46:42+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Chinese authorities have reportedly approved only 20% to 40% of recent business visa applications from some Indian companies, the Free Press Journal reports, citing The Economic Times. Times Now Digital, citing industry associations, reports a 30% to 40% rejection chance for some applicants. Companies in electronics and automobile manufacturing say delays and refusals are complicating access to Chinese suppliers, machinery, technical specialists and factory expertise. The disruption could delay projects, equipment installation, maintenance and technology transfers. India relies on China for pharmaceuticals ingredients, electronics, solar equipment, industrial machinery and rare earths, according to economist Jayant Krishna, who said bilateral trade crossed $155 billion in 2025. China’s visa-free programme covers ordinary passport holders from 50 countries, but India is not included. Some businesses have sought government intervention through diplomatic channels. ## Coverage - timesnownews.com - freepressjournal.in Tags: business travel, China visas, India-China trade, manufacturing, supply chains Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/chinese-visa-scrutiny-worries-indian-businesses/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/chinese-visa-scrutiny-worries-indian-businesses/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.