China Visa: Application, Requirements. Apply for Chinese Visas Online.

1
Select the type of China tourist visa application:

Online China tourist visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation from the host in China. The letter must be signed and should be address to the "Consulate of China, Visa Section." The letter must contain the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: Name, gender, date of birth, and passport details
• Details of the visit: Dates, purpose, places to visit, and places of accommodation
• Details of the inviting party: Name, address, phone number, and relationship to the applicant

You will also need to provide a copy the host's Chinese ID, or, if they are not a citizen of China, copies of their China residence permit and their national passport's information pages.

f

Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in China, an official Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by Duly Authorized Tourism Unit in China can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

g

Multiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Application form. The application form must be signed by both parents.
- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.
When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China tourist visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China tourist visa application:

Online China tourist visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation from the host in China. The letter must be signed and should be address to the "Consulate of China, Visa Section." The letter must contain the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: Name, gender, date of birth, and passport details
• Details of the visit: Dates, purpose, places to visit, and places of accommodation
• Details of the inviting party: Name, address, phone number, and relationship to the applicant

You will also need to provide a copy the host's Chinese ID, or, if they are not a citizen of China, copies of their China residence permit and their national passport's information pages.

f

Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in China, an official Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by Duly Authorized Tourism Unit in China can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

g

Multiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Passport MUST contain two blank visa pages side by side for the visa to be issued. If necessary, VisaHQ can assist with getting extra visa pages added to the United States passport.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Application form. The application form must be signed by both parents.
- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.
When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China tourist visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China tourist visa application:

Online China tourist visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation from the host in China. The letter must be signed and should be address to the "Consulate of China, Visa Section." The letter must contain the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: Name, gender, date of birth, and passport details
• Details of the visit: Dates, purpose, places to visit, and places of accommodation
• Details of the inviting party: Name, address, phone number, and relationship to the applicant

You will also need to provide a copy the host's Chinese ID, or, if they are not a citizen of China, copies of their China residence permit and their national passport's information pages.

f

Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in China, an official Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by Duly Authorized Tourism Unit in China can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

g

Multiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Application form. The application form must be signed by both parents.
- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.
When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China tourist visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China tourist visa application:

Online China tourist visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation from the host in China. The letter must be signed and should be address to the "Consulate of China, Visa Section." The letter must contain the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: Name, gender, date of birth, and passport details
• Details of the visit: Dates, purpose, places to visit, and places of accommodation
• Details of the inviting party: Name, address, phone number, and relationship to the applicant

You will also need to provide a copy the host's Chinese ID, or, if they are not a citizen of China, copies of their China residence permit and their national passport's information pages.

f

Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in China, an official Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by Duly Authorized Tourism Unit in China can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

g

Multiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Application form. The application form must be signed by both parents.
- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
- Letter of consent. A letter of consent signed by both parents, specifying who will be traveling with the child and authorizing the Consulate to issue a visa to the child.
- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.
When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China tourist visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China tourist visa application:

Online China tourist visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation from the host in China. The letter must be signed and should be address to the "Consulate of China, Visa Section." The letter must contain the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: Name, gender, date of birth, and passport details
• Details of the visit: Dates, purpose, places to visit, and places of accommodation
• Details of the inviting party: Name, address, phone number, and relationship to the applicant

You will also need to provide a copy the host's Chinese ID, or, if they are not a citizen of China, copies of their China residence permit and their national passport's information pages.

f

Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in China, an official Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by Duly Authorized Tourism Unit in China can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

g

Multiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Application form. The application form must be signed by both parents.
- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.
When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China tourist visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

e

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

e

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Passport MUST contain two blank visa pages side by side for the visa to be issued. If necessary, VisaHQ can assist with getting extra visa pages added to the United States passport.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

e

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.

e

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

f

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

e

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China business visa application:

Online China business visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Driver's license. Copy of driver's license, state issued ID, or major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage), showing the applicant's name and current address.

d

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

e

Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

f

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in China. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of China, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above) and stamped with the company seal. The business letter must include the following information:

• Personal information of the applicant: name, gender, date of birth, passport details, and job title.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.), the dates of the visit, and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in China.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State who will bear the costs of the applicant's accommodations in China.

A sample outline can be found here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China business visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Itinerary. For rush processing you must submit a copy of your e-ticket or confirmed itinerary. For Same Day processing the travel date must be within 5 business days.

e

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

f

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

e

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Passport MUST contain two blank visa pages side by side for the visa to be issued. If necessary, VisaHQ can assist with getting extra visa pages added to the United States passport.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

e

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

e

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Itinerary. For rush processing you must submit a copy of your e-ticket or confirmed itinerary. For Same Day processing the travel date must be within 5 business days.

e

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

f

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China crew visa application:

Online China crew visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Crew Letter. Formal Application Letter submitted by the airline or shipping company.

e

Crew ID. The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.

Crew visas valid for 2 years are only available to crew members from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Delta, FedEx, and Polar Air Cargo. Crew visas valid for 1 year are only available to crew members from GE.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China crew visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Double entry	up to 180 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 365 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 730 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 10 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China crew visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China student visa application:

Online China student visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

e

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China student visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China student visa application:

Online China student visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

e

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Passport MUST contain two blank visa pages side by side for the visa to be issued. If necessary, VisaHQ can assist with getting extra visa pages added to the United States passport.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China student visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China student visa application:

Online China student visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

e

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

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1
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and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

e

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

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1
Select the type of China student visa application:

Online China student visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

d

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

e

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 365 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

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1
Select the type of China student visa application:

Online China student visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Driver's license. Copy of driver's license, state issued ID, or major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage), showing the applicant's name and current address.

d

Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.

e

Form JW201 or JW202. Original and photocopy of the approved Foreign Student Visa Application Form (JW201 or JW202) issued by the relevant Chinese school. The Foreign Student Visa Application Form must be signed by both the applicant and the school.

f

Enrollment Letter. Original enrollment letter from the school in China signed by both the applicant and the school.

g

Physical Examination Form. Applicants studying in China for more than 6 months, must submit a Physical Examination Form for Foreigner. The form must be filled out and signed by your physician. This form is available here.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

Visa type and validity depend on the length of stay requested in the admission letter. Applicants studying for less than 6 months will be issued Type F visas valid for up to 6 months. Applicants studying for longer than 6 months will be issued a single entry Type X visa valid for 3 months. Once arriving at the school, these applicants will apply for a residency permit.

China student visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 365 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 365 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Multiple entry	up to 180 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

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1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

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and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

d

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

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1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

d

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Passport MUST contain two blank visa pages side by side for the visa to be issued. If necessary, VisaHQ can assist with getting extra visa pages added to the United States passport.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

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1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

d

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China work visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

d

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China work visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

d

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	5 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	2 business days	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China work visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China work visa application:

Online China work visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Driver's license. Copy of driver's license, state issued ID, or major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage), showing the applicant's name and current address.

d

Work permit. An ORIGINAL Foreign Employment Permit or an ORIGINAL Foreign Experts License.

e

Visa notification. An ORIGINAL Invitation Letter by a Duly Authorized Unit. This is a special invitation that the host company in China needs to obtain from a local government agency.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Chinese name. The applicant's name written in Chinese characters.
- Proof of name change. If the applicant's name has changed since birth, please provide a copy of the court order or marriage certificate showing the name change.
- Previous visa. Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.

China work visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Single entry	up to 90 days	4 business days	$140.00	+	$81.95	=	$221.95
Single entry	up to 90 days	Next business day	$160.00	+	$91.95	=	$251.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 365 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China work visa application

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1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China official visa application

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1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China official visa application

Add China to Selection, and apply for more visas

1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China official visa application

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1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China official visa application

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1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

Submit China official visa application

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1
Select the type of China official visa application:

Online China official visa Application

Apply online now To apply for visas to several countries add China to selection
and return to the list of destinations.

2 Mail us the following documents: Mailing address

a

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

b

Passport-type photograph: 1

c

Invitation Letter Form. A copy of an Invitation Letter of Duly Authorized Unit form. This is a special invitation that your host in China will need to obtain from their local Chinese government agency. The form needs to be addressed to the Embassy in "USA" or "Washington DC".

d

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of China, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

China official visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa	Maximum validity ^?	Processing time ^?	Embassy fee		Service fee		Total cost
Diplomatic	up to 90 days	6 business days	$0.00	+	$67.95	=	$67.95

Maximum stay ^? in China: 30 days

Group discounts ^?

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