Get a China Visa
Business Visa Application Requirements for a China Visa
Passport
- Be valid for six months beyond the length of your requested visa (for example, if you are requesting a 12 month visa your passport must be valid for 18 months )
- Contain at least two blank visa pages for the visa stamp (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
- If requesting multiple entries, the passport must contain at least two blank facing visa pages, there can be no stamps or amendment endorsement type on the pages
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact A Briggs at 800-806-0581 for further details.
Photograph(s)
- Be exactly48 mm tall by33 mm wide
- Be printed on high-quality photo paper
- Not be affixed to your application, with no evidence of adhesive tape or staples
Note that most passport photo vendors produce photos that are 2 inches by 2 inches and are not acceptable. A Briggs cannot submit applications with incorrectly formatted photographs.
Letter of Invitation
Business Cover Letter
- Display your name as it appears on your passport
- Display the current residence address as provided on your visa application
Please note, if you must submit a utility bill the consulate requires electric, gas, or a water bill; phone and cable bills are not accepted.
A Briggs Order Form
Visa Application Form
- Be completed online
- Include answers for all required fields
- List the name of the traveler exactly as it is written in the passport
- Be printed single-sided
- Be dated and signed in blue or black ink
- Be enclosed with all other documents in your visa application kit
- Have your signature on the declaration confirmation page, as well as in section 9.1A
A Briggs provides a guide to assist you in completing the application. To access the guide follow this link: https://abriggs.com/forms?formname=China Application Guide.pdf or type the address into your browser.
Former PRC Nationals or Individuals Born in Chinese Territories
- You must write your name in Chinese characters for question 1.2 on the visa application form
- You must provide a copy of your most recent China visa and a copy of the passport in which the visa was issued
- If you have never been issued a China visa you must submit your original China passport and a copy of your Green Card, and a copy of your Naturalization Certificate
- If you were adopted from China you must also include a copy of your adoption papers showing adoptive parents names, name change, and photo with parents (do not include the original papers). If applicable, include a copy of your naturalization certificate and U.S. birth certificate.
Previous Visas
U.S. Citizens Born in Certain Countries
NGO/Non-Profit Workers
Applicants with Criminal Record
"Where You Stay" Form
Military Statement
If you have ever served in the military, are in active military duty, are on the reserves or retired from military, the Chinese Consulate request you to complete the DECLARATION OF ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE template form included in the kit.
Tourist Application Requirements for a China Visa
Passport
- Be valid for six months beyond the length of your requested visa (for example, if you are requesting a 12 month visa your passport must be valid for 18 months )
- Contain at least two blank visa pages for the visa stamp (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
- If requesting multiple entries, the passport must contain at least two blank facing visa pages, there can be no stamps or amendment endorsement type on the pages
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact A Briggs at 800-806-0581 for further details.
Photograph(s)
- Be exactly48 mm tall by33 mm wide
- Be printed on high-quality photo paper
- Not be affixed to your application, with no evidence of adhesive tape or staples
Note that most passport photo vendors produce photos that are 2 inches by 2 inches and are not acceptable. A Briggs cannot submit applications with incorrectly formatted photographs.
- Display your name as it appears on your passport
- Display the current residence address as provided on your visa application
Please note, if you must submit a utility bill the consulate requires electric, gas, or a water bill; phone and cable bills are not accepted.
A Briggs Order Form
Visa Application Form
- Be completed online
- Include answers for all required fields
- List the name of the traveler exactly as it is written in the passport
- Be printed single-sided
- Be dated and signed in blue or black ink
- Be enclosed with all other documents in your visa application kit
- Have your signature on the declaration confirmation page, as well as in section 9.1A
A Briggs provides a guide to assist you in completing the application. To access the guide follow this link: https://abriggs.com/forms?formname=China Application Guide.pdf or type the address into your browser.
Travel Record
- Include all countries that you have visited in the last 28 days
- Be signed
- Include entry/exit dates of each travel
Former PRC Nationals or Individuals Born in Chinese Territories
- You must write your name in Chinese characters for question 1.2 on the visa application form
- You must provide a copy of your most recent China visa and a copy of the passport in which the visa was issued
- If you have never been issued a China visa you must submit your original China passport and a copy of your Green Card, and a copy of your Naturalization Certificate
- If you were adopted from China you must also include a copy of your adoption papers showing adoptive parents names, name change, and photo with parents (do not include the original papers). If applicable, include a copy of your naturalization certificate and U.S. birth certificate.
Applicants Under the Age of 18
- Provide a copy of their birth certificate
- Provide a copy of both parents' passports or drivers' licenses
- Provide a copy of the parents' proof of U.S. residency status (if not U.S. citizens)
- Provide a notarized letter of consent from both parents (if the parents are not accompanying the minor on the trip) that states the child has permission to travel. To access a sample consent letter, follow this link: https://abriggs.com/forms?formname=ParentalConsent.pdf or type the address into your browser
- On Page 4 (Part 4) of the application, both parents must sign Part 4 and print the name of the minor
- On Page 4 (Part 5) of the application, one parent's information must be filled in and that parent must sign Part 5
Media Professionals and Religious Professionals
Cruise Passengers
Previous Visas
U.S. Citizens Born in Certain Countries
NGO/Non-Profit Workers
Applicants with Criminal Record
"Where You Stay" Form
Military Statement
If you have ever served in the military, are in active military duty, are on the reserves or retired from military, the Chinese Consulate request you to complete the DECLARATION OF ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE template form included in the kit.
View a China Visa
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