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    • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

    •Do I need a China Visa?

    All foreign nationals are required to obtain a pre-stamped visa before traveling to China, except Hong Kong and Macao.

    •When is the best time to apply for a China Visa?

    According to the latest Chinese Tourist Visa policy (last updated on Nov 01, 2013), the best time to apply for your visa is between 45  to 60 days before your departure.

    •How long does it take to apply for a China Visa?

    The Chinese Consulate is currently offering two types of visa services. Regular service takes approximately 5 business days and express service takes about 48 hours. The costs are $140 and $160 respectively. This doesn't include any shipping time or process time if you choose to go through a travel agent. In general, the total turnaround time is about two weeks.

    *Please note that Emergency Service (24 hours) is not availale at this time.

    •How many days can I stay in China?

    1. If you have been issued a Chinese Visa before, you may now get a 1-year Multiple Entry Visa, with a maximum stay of up to 90 days for each entry.
     
    2. If this is your first time going to China, you may get a Single Entry Visa with a maximum stay of up to 90 days, or a 6-month Multiple Entry Visa with a maximum stay of up to 90 days for each entry. If you don't specify on your visa application form, the maximum stay is only 30 days for each entry.
     
    3. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days, the maximum stay is 6 months, but will be a Single Entry Visa only.
     
    4. Although you may request for multiple entries in a certain period of time, it's the Chinese Consulate's discrepancy as to whether or not an application is approved, as well as the validity, numbers of entries and duration of stay being issued. 

    •Can I get a 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese visa?

    In general, a 10-year Chinese visa may be granted if you have satisfied the following criteria:

    1) Your passport has at least 12-month remaining validity from the date of your return and at least two blank pages.

    2) You are applying for a Tourist Visa (L) or a Family Reunion Visa (Q2).

    3) You have submited all required documents and have requested a 10-year, multiple-entry visa on the application. 

     

    However, please remember the consulate has rights to issue a visa which may or may not be what you have requested, or to deny an application without any reasons.

    •What kind of visa do I need?

    The following visas are the most common for westerners: Tourist Visa, Business Visa, Student Visa, Work Visa, Family Reunion Visa, Transit Visa and Crew Member Visas. Please refer to China Visa and Requirements for detailed information.

    •Can I mail my application directly to the consulate?

    No. The Chinese Consulate does NOT accept mailing application. You will have to show up in person at the visa office or entrust a third party such as a visa agent for your China visa. 

    •Do I need to send you my original passport?

    Yes, a China Visa is stamped on a visa page inside your original passport. 

    •I'm not holding a US passport. Can I still get a visa through you?

    We could help you get a Chinese visa as long as you can provide a legal status of stay in the US. Sample documents include but not limited to Permanent Recident Card (Green Card), visa of stay, valid certificates of employment or student status, etc. If you are unsure, please contact us.

    •Can I change my visa from a single entry to multiple entries?

    Unfortunately, once your visa is issued, it cannot be changed. In this case, you will have to re-apply for a Chinese visa and prepare the same documents again. We suggest all applicants to plan early and carefully.
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