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From March 14, 2024 through November 30, 2024, passport holders of the following countries are allowed to enter China visa free for a stay of less than 15 days.
This applies to those traveling for tourism, business or family visits.
Passport holders of France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium and Luxembourg may enter visa free during this time.
If your stay is more than 15 days, you must apply for a visa.
VERY IMPORTANT:
The Chinese Visa Application cannot be edited by hand and must be redone if there are errors, omissions, mistakes, etc.
Prior to sending your documents to us, you must first email a copy of your draft application for it to be reviewed.
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Note your order number on the subject line or within the email. After a quick review you will be contacted with next steps.
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Email the following documents to Chinasupport@passportvisasexpress.com
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Visa Application—draft for review
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Passport ID page
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Driver's License or recent Utility bill
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Most Recent Chinese Visa—if applicable
As of October 23rd, 2013:
Turkish and French citizens may apply for a tourist and/or business visa provided you have been issued a Chinese visa after 2012. A copy of the visa must be submitted if it is not present in your current passport.
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Have ready a digital scan of your passport photo (2x2 inches).
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Any questions that do not apply, please tick "Not Applicable".
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Print both the visa application and the confirmation document, single-sided on separate pieces of paper.
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Sign both the visa application and the confirmation document with black/blue ink pen only.
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We highly recommend you download our China Visa Application Instructions to assist you in completing the visa application.
Ready to apply? Select "
North America" and then "
Chicago" once you open
China Visa Application Form
You must send your passport – a copy is not acceptable.
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Passport must have more than 6 months validity remaining to apply for a visa. Visa will not be issued with less than 6 months validity.
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Must contain at least 2 blank "Visa" pages. “Amendment” pages are not acceptable for visa issuance.
One (1) physical passport photo must be provided. It can be a standard 2x2 inch U.S. passport size photo, however, it must meet the following specifications:
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Taken within the last 6 months. If the photo is older than 6 months it will not be accepted.
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Printed on glossy photo paper, taken on a white background. Clothing cannot match the background (avoid wearing white-colored clothing).
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Head size within the following measurements:
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Height 28mm-33mm
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Width 15mm-22mm
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Neutral facial expression – eyes open, mouth closed, looking directly at camera.
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Hair cannot cover eyebrows, eyes, or ears.
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Jewelry, earrings, glasses must be removed.
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Please do not staple or tape your photo to the application – we will attach it for you.
China Photo Sample
Non U.S. Citizens are required to provide proof of legal status in the United States.
Your required documents will depend on the type of legal status that you hold:
U.S. Permanent Residents
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A clear copy of the front and back of your valid US Green Card
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If your green card has expired, you will need a copy of your I-90 that confirms re-entry into the U.S.
U.S. Visa holders
Your valid visa must be stamped inside your current passport. If your visa is stamped on a prior passport, you must provide both passports.
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Student (F-1) Visa holders will need the following:
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A clear copy of your valid F-1 visa
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A clear copy of your I-20 notice
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Foreign workers (H1B or H1B1) or Exchange Visitor Visa holders will need the following:
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A clear copy of your valid H1B or H1B1 visa or J visa
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A clear copy of your I-797 notice
NOTE:
There are restrictions for B1 and B2 visa holders. If your B1/B2 visa has a validity of 6 months, you must apply for the visa in your home country of residence. If your visa is a 5 year or 10 year visa, you may be able to apply if you hold proof of address in the USA:
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U.S. issued driver's license or state ID
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Utility bill (gas, water or electric)
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Rental or lease Agreement
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Recent bank statement from a U.S. bank
Applicants must submit proof of residence/address. Provide a copy of the front of your current U.S. driver’s license.
You may also send a copy of a utility bill (gas, water or electric) provided it shows your name and address. For minor's (age 18 or under) proof of residence/address must be provided by both parents.
If you have an expired Chinese visa in a previous passport, you must provide one of the following:
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A copy of your previous Chinese visa(s) as well as a copy of the data page (page with photo and signature) from the passport the visa was issued within.
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If you no longer have your previous (or passport it was issued in) visa, a signed letter of explanation must be provided detailing why you are unable to provide it. Previous China Visa Missing (Sample Letter).
If you have a
valid Chinese visa in a current/previous passport you do not need to apply for a new visa, except in the following situations:
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You are applying for a new visa type
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You have a new passport and your name has changed
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Your passport is severely damaged
In these situations, the visa must be cancelled in order to receive a new one:
A signed letter stating your details of your employment is required of applicants working in the following fields, areas or occupations:
Self-Employed, Social Media Platforms, Religious Organizations, Non-Profit Organization, Journalism, Film/Photography Company, News Media, Government Employees, Laboratory/Research Facilities or NGOs.
Applicants under the age of 18 must submit the following:
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Copy of child's birth certificate.
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Copy of child's adoption papers (if any).
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Copy of both parents' passport data page (photo page).
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Copy of both parents' Driver's License/State ID.
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If a parent is non-U.S., provide a copy of current U.S. status (visa/green card).
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Both parents must sign section 5.5 of the application.
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One parent must sign section 4.3 on behalf of the minor.
If one parent has full custody of the applicant, that parent must provide the above information as well as one of the following:
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Copy of legal document showing proof of full custody of the minor OR;
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Death certificate of deceased parent.
If you hold dual citizenship, you must provide a copy of your other passport.
If you have previously traveled to Turkey with your current valid passport, a signed statement letter detailing the trip is required.
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Address letter to (Embassy/Consulate General) of P.R. China
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In a brief paragraph, provide details of trip to Turkey. Include dates of travel, locations visited, and purpose of travel.
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Sign and date letter
If you were born in mainland China, you must provide the following:
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Name must be typed in Chinese characters on Section 1.1D of the visa application.
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Copy of your previous Chinese visa and passport it was issued in, if applicable.
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If you have never been granted a Chinese visa, provide the last Chinese passport you were issued and a copy of your U.S. naturalization certificate.
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Copy of proof of name change if your name has changed.
If you were born in mainland China and adopted by American parent(s), you must provide the following additional documents:
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Notarized Adoption Letter from Court and/or any additional documents from Chinese and American Courts related to the adoption.
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Your original Chinese Passport.
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A copy of your birth certificate.
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Applicants Under 18:
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A copy both parents' State ID/Driver's License.
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A copy both parents' U.S. Passport data page (page with photo and signature).
If you were born in Hong Kong or Taiwan, you must provide the following:
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Name must be typed in Chinese characters on Section 1.1D of the visa application.
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Copy of your previous Chinese visa, if applicable.
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Copy of your last Hong Kong SAR or Republic of China passport data page - if you are no longer in possession of your last passport, a copy of your birth certificate must be provided.
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Copy of proof of name change if your name has changed.
Please note that if the above cannot be provided, visa process may take months. In addition, the Consulate may request personal appearance.
We expedite your Chinese Visa with the Chicago Consulate.
We verify your application for accuracy before submitting it for processing. When your Chinese Visa is ready, we ship it
back to you via FedEx Overnight Shipping. Our team gets your Chinese Non US Tourist Visa quickly, keeps you informed every step of the way, and gets your Visa in your hand with plenty of time before your scheduled departure.
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