Lesotho visa for Chinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Chinese passport holders visiting Lesotho for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Chinese citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Chinese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Chinese citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Chinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from China, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of Lesotho in Beijing, China (Working hours: Close now. Open in 15 minutes)
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to China for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from China traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (China) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8,221 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8,064 | -1.91% |
| 2010 | 7,986 | -0.97% |
| 2011 | 7,673 | -3.92% |
| 2012 | 7,438 | -3.06% |
| 2013 | 7,438 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 9,630 | 29.47% |
| 2015 | 8,095 | -15.94% |
| 2016 | 6,878 | -15.03% |
| 2017 | 7,830 | 13.84% |
| 2018 | 7,751 | -1.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & China comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of China is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi). This means China is 309.23 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 1,465,162,651 fewer people than the population of China.
We have highlighted Lesotho & China’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | China | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 1,467,390,589 | 1.5 billion fewer people live in Lesotho than China |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 276 | Lesotho has 262 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with China. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 37 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 11 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 344 | Lesotho hosts 337 fewer foreign missions than China. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from China travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from China visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 7,751.
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