For All Chinese Visas (except Crew Visas):
- Copy of round trip tickets.
- Copy of hotel reservation.
Chinese Tourist Multiple Entry Visa:
- A detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary.
The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry Tourist visa to China lays with the Chinese Consulate. The Chinese Consulate may deny the Multiple entry visa and substitute it by a Double entry visa.
Chinese Business Single / Double / Multiple Entry Visas:
- Copy of the Visa Notification Form, sealed by the appropriate Municipal Bureau of Commerce in China. The form can be obtained by the company in China.
- An invitation letter from the host company or unit in China
and a business letter from the company in US explaining the purpose of the trip.
For a Multiple entry visa the letter should explain precisely why the applicant needs to travel to China so often.
Chinese Private Visit Visa:
In lieu of a hotel confirmation, a formal invitation letter from the inviting party in China will be required, including the relationship between the inviting person and the applicant, the date of arrival in China, the date of departure from China, and the address of stay. The letter must be signed by the inviting party.
Chinese Crew Visa:
- Formal application letter issued by the airline or shipping company.
- The original and photocopy of the employee ID of the applicant.
Chinese Visa for Diplomats and Officials:
- Visa Cover Letter from the U.S. Department of State
- Letter from sending department or agency, addressed to:
"Embassy of The Peoples Republic of China, Visa Section, Washington D.C."
Northwest, United, Continental, American, Fedex, UPS, Polar Air Cargo and Delta.
The duration of stay for a crew visa is 10 days.
