Post by Notary on Oct 27, 2015 9:07:58 GMT
Introduction
A China visa is a document of proof issued by a Chinese embassy / consulate signifying that you were granted the authority to enter into the country. Different types of Visas carry different kinds of restrictions. Most foreigners traveling to China would require a Visa, regardless if the purpose of visit is for work or leisure. Always arrange for a Visa before entering the country as it is difficult to obtain a Visa at the Chinese border entry points (We recommend that you apply for the visa one to two months before the intended travel date). If you carry an ordinary Singapore, Brunei or Japan passport, you are allowed to enter into China without a Visa for 15 days.
What is Needed for Visa Application
Different types of Visa (eg: Work Visa, Tourist Visa etc.) require different documents. However, there are a few compulsory items:
A. Original Passport with at least 2 blank Visa pages and your passport must also be more than 6 months away from the expiry date. (eg: Passport expiry date is Dec 2016, you may apply for your Visa latest by the end of May 2016)
B. Visa Application Form - please complete the fields accordingly. Blank fields should be noted with "NA"
C. Cash - take note of the different Visa fees and bring sufficient cash
D. At least 2 passport sized photos (head and shoulders only, clear background, 35mm x 45mm, make sure your hair is not covering your face, pin your fringe up, you really don't want to end up retaking the photos and queuing up again to get your Visa done)
Please approach / contact your local China Embassy and obtain the relevant information
Types of Visas
L (Tourist Visa): Issued to an applicant who comes to China for tourist purposes, family visiting or other personal affairs.
F (Business Visa): Issued to an applicant who is invited to China for visit, research, lecture, business, scientific-technological and culture exchanges or short-term advanced studies or intern practice for a period of no more than six months.
Z (Work visa): Issued to an applicant who is to take up a post or employment in China, and their accompanying family members.
X (Student Visa): Issued to an applicant who comes to China for the purpose of study, advanced studies or intern practice for a period over six months.
C (Crew Visa): Issued to crew members on international aviation, navigation and land transportation missions and family members accompanying them.
G (Transit Visa): Issued to those who transit through China.
D (Resident Visa): Issued to applicant who is to reside permanently in China.
J-1 (Journalist Visa): Issued to foreign resident correspondents in China.
J-2 (Journalist Visa): Issued to foreign correspondents on temporary interview missions in China.
Holder of APEC Business Travel Card - The APEC Card is regarded as a multiple entry visa valid for three years. With this card and a relevant passport, the holder is entitled to enter China for multiple times within three years. The duration of each stay should be within 2 months or otherwise stated.
Visa on Arrival
Due to certain unforceen circumstances, you may have to enter into China and obtain a 5-day (VOA) Visa On Arrival. The Chinese authorities would usually allow you to enter if it was business related or if your plane or ship is experiencing a mechanical problem.
Office Hours of Shenzhen VOA Application at the Following Ports:
Luohu Port: 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Huanggang Port: 24 Hours
Shekou Port: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Fuyong Port: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
You will require:
A. your valid passport
B. to complete the application form when you are at the port
3. to take photo after you hand over your passport and application form - the officer will be the photographer
4. to pay for the VOA (in RMB), and there is usually a window for currency exchange nearby
A China visa is a document of proof issued by a Chinese embassy / consulate signifying that you were granted the authority to enter into the country. Different types of Visas carry different kinds of restrictions. Most foreigners traveling to China would require a Visa, regardless if the purpose of visit is for work or leisure. Always arrange for a Visa before entering the country as it is difficult to obtain a Visa at the Chinese border entry points (We recommend that you apply for the visa one to two months before the intended travel date). If you carry an ordinary Singapore, Brunei or Japan passport, you are allowed to enter into China without a Visa for 15 days.
What is Needed for Visa Application
Different types of Visa (eg: Work Visa, Tourist Visa etc.) require different documents. However, there are a few compulsory items:
A. Original Passport with at least 2 blank Visa pages and your passport must also be more than 6 months away from the expiry date. (eg: Passport expiry date is Dec 2016, you may apply for your Visa latest by the end of May 2016)
B. Visa Application Form - please complete the fields accordingly. Blank fields should be noted with "NA"
C. Cash - take note of the different Visa fees and bring sufficient cash
D. At least 2 passport sized photos (head and shoulders only, clear background, 35mm x 45mm, make sure your hair is not covering your face, pin your fringe up, you really don't want to end up retaking the photos and queuing up again to get your Visa done)
Please approach / contact your local China Embassy and obtain the relevant information
Types of Visas
L (Tourist Visa): Issued to an applicant who comes to China for tourist purposes, family visiting or other personal affairs.
F (Business Visa): Issued to an applicant who is invited to China for visit, research, lecture, business, scientific-technological and culture exchanges or short-term advanced studies or intern practice for a period of no more than six months.
Z (Work visa): Issued to an applicant who is to take up a post or employment in China, and their accompanying family members.
X (Student Visa): Issued to an applicant who comes to China for the purpose of study, advanced studies or intern practice for a period over six months.
C (Crew Visa): Issued to crew members on international aviation, navigation and land transportation missions and family members accompanying them.
G (Transit Visa): Issued to those who transit through China.
D (Resident Visa): Issued to applicant who is to reside permanently in China.
J-1 (Journalist Visa): Issued to foreign resident correspondents in China.
J-2 (Journalist Visa): Issued to foreign correspondents on temporary interview missions in China.
Holder of APEC Business Travel Card - The APEC Card is regarded as a multiple entry visa valid for three years. With this card and a relevant passport, the holder is entitled to enter China for multiple times within three years. The duration of each stay should be within 2 months or otherwise stated.
Visa on Arrival
Due to certain unforceen circumstances, you may have to enter into China and obtain a 5-day (VOA) Visa On Arrival. The Chinese authorities would usually allow you to enter if it was business related or if your plane or ship is experiencing a mechanical problem.
Office Hours of Shenzhen VOA Application at the Following Ports:
Luohu Port: 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Huanggang Port: 24 Hours
Shekou Port: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Fuyong Port: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
You will require:
A. your valid passport
B. to complete the application form when you are at the port
3. to take photo after you hand over your passport and application form - the officer will be the photographer
4. to pay for the VOA (in RMB), and there is usually a window for currency exchange nearby