POPULAR CHINA VISA

China Visa

China offers different types of visas, each serving a specific purpose and duration. For tourists, the most common visa is the L visa. If you're visiting China for business purposes, you will need to apply for an M visa. Other visa categories include the F visa for academic exchange, Q or S visa for family visits, the X visa for students, and the Z visa for employment.

To ensure a smooth processing of your China visa application, we will invest time to pre-check your application form and supporting paperwork to make sure they comply with the current requirements. To speed up the process, please make sure to read the instructions carefully to begin preparing your application materials. Our service fee for China visa service starts from $249. The Embassy fee starts from $140.

The processing time for a Chinese visa can vary depending on the embassy or consulate and the type of visa you're applying for. It's advisable to apply well in advance of your planned travel dates to allow for any potential delays. Many factors can impact the time it takes for a visa to be processed. Most applications should be completed in 2 weeks after they are submitted to the Chinese Embassy or Consulate. However, unforeseen delays can sometimes occur during the application process. We recommend that you avoid purchasing your travel tickets until you receive your visa.

To start, please read the instructions below and prepare the application paperwork accordingly, then email us with your application login credentials so we can perform a pre-check. We will verify your visa application eligibility and inform you of any recommended changes or corrections needed before providing the shipping instruction. The pre-check process takes from 2 days up to 2 weeks depending on the service level you choose.

You will need to fill out the new Chinese Visa Online Application Form (COVA). This form is completed online and consists of 10 sections. The form will ask for detailed information about family members, educational background, employment history, travel itinerary, etc. As the COVA form cannot be edited once submitted, we recommend that you complete the form without submitting it until we have had the opportunity to review it. While we are unable to complete the form on your behalf, we would be pleased to assist you in reviewing it for common errors prior to submission.

Tourist Visa (L)

Issued to those who intend to go to China for touring, sightseeing or visiting friends. Proof of travel such as flight reservation or invitation letter is no longer required. The duration of stay (each visit) normally is 30-60 days. Multiple-entry up to 10 years is normally granted to US passport holders.

Business Visa (M)

Business M visa is issued to those who intend to go to China for commercial and trade activities on behalf of a US business. M Visa is usually issued for single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry. M visa can be issued up to 10 years. The duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-60 days based on particular Chinese Consulate.

Non-Commerce Visa (F)

F visa is issued to those who intend to go to China for research, scientific, cultural exchange on behalf of a US employer. The applicant is not supposed to be paid by company or institution in China, otherwise Z visa is needed. F visa (for non-trade or non-commerce) is usually issued for single entry only. The duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-60 days.

Instruction for China work visa (Z visa)

Work Visa (Z) / Talent Visa (R)

Z issued to those who have obtained employment to work in China. A government issued working permit or employment license is required. Z visa is issued for single-entry only. Holders of Z Visa shall, within 30 days from the date of entry, register and apply for the residence permit in Public Security Bureau (police station). Residence permit is good for multiple entry. Z visa is also issued to people conducting commercial performance in China. R visa is issued to those who are high-level qualified talents or whose skills are urgently needed by China.

Instruction for Chinese student visa (X/F visa)

Study Visa (X1/X2)

Issued to those who have been admitted by a Chinese college. Student Visa is sub-divided into X1 and X2. X1 is issued to foreign students who come to China for study for more than 6 months. X2 is issued to those who come to China with same purpose but for a period of less than 6 months. X2 visa is issued for single-entry only. X1 visa can be issued for multiple entry with validity up to 5 years.

Private Visa (S1, Long Term)

Issued to those who intend to go to China to live with the immediate family member working or studying in China, or to those who intend to go to China for other private affairs. The intended duration of stay in China exceeds 180 days. "Immediate family members" refers to spouses, parents, sons or daughters under the age of 18 or parents-in-law. Original proof of kinship is required. S1 visa is issued for single-entry only. Holders of S1 visa shall, within 30 days from the date of entry, register and apply for the residence permit in Public Security Bureau (police station). Residence permit is good for multiple entry.

Private Visa (S2, Short Term)

Issued to those who intend to visit their immediate family member who is non-Chinese (such as US citizen, etc.) working or studying in China. The intended duration of stay in China is normally granted as 30 - 90 days per visit. Proof of kinship is required for visiting family members. S2 visa is usually issued for multiple-entry. Multiple-entry up to 10 years is only issued to US passport holder.

Family Visa (Q1, Long Term)

Q1 visa is designed for Chinese descendants or foreigners who are spouses of Chinese citizens. Issued to those who are direct family members of Chinese citizens or of foreigners with Chinese permanent residence and intend to go to China for family reunion, or to those who intend to go to China for the purpose of foster care. The intended duration of stay in China exceeds 180 days. "direct family members" refers to spouses, parents, sons, daughters, grandparents, grandsons, granddaughters. Original proof of kinship is required. Interview may be required. Q1 visa is issued for single-entry only. Holders of Q1 Visa shall, within 30 days from the date of entry, register and apply for the residence permit in Public Security Bureau (police station). Residence permit is good for multiple entry.

Family Visa (Q2, Short Term)

Q2 visa is designed for Chinese descendants or foreigners who are spouses of Chinese citizens. Issued to those with the intention of visiting their relatives who are Chinese citizens residing in China or foreigners with permanent residence status in China. The intended duration of stay in China is normally granted up to 120 days per visit. Q2 visa is usually issued for multiple-entry. Multiple-entry up to 10 years is only issued to US passport holder.

Crew Visa (C)

Issued to foreign crew members utilizing means of international transportation including: aircraft, trains, ships, and motor vehicle drivers engaged in cross-border transport activities. Multiple-entry up to 5 years is only issued to US passport holder.