Former Chinese Citizen Without an Old Chinese Passport
Former Chinese citizens who cannot provide old passport details should disclose the history and may face additional verification and longer processing.
Read guide →CHINA VISA APPLICATION GUIDES
Answers for China visa applicants in the United States
Clear, practical guidance for preparing documents, completing the online application, submitting a passport, and receiving it back safely.
China Visa Parental Consent for a Minor
A minor's application may require parent identity, relationship and consent records in addition to the child's passport and visa-category documents.
Read guide →Q2 Visa Relationship Evidence: When to Include It
Although the published Q2 core list focuses on the invitation and inviter ID, relationship evidence can resolve unclear names, family links or case-specific requests.
Read guide →China S2 Visa for Other Private Matters
S2 may cover certain other private matters, but applicants should document the specific purpose rather than rely on a generic invitation.
Read guide →China X1 Visa for Elementary and Secondary Students
The current X1 list distinguishes school-age students from higher-education applicants and identifies the elementary-stage study confirmation form.
Read guide →China X2 Visa and the DQ Short-Term Study Form
The current X2 list includes the admission notice and identifies the DQ Information Form for Foreign Students' Short-term Visit when available.
Read guide →China G Transit Visa Document Guide
The G visa is for transit through China and the published document is an onward air, train or ship ticket with confirmed date and seat.
Read guide →China 24-Hour Visa-Free Direct Transit
International travelers continuing to a third country or region may qualify for 24-hour direct transit without a visa when they stay within the port's restricted area.
Read guide →China Port Visa for Urgent Entry: What It Is
A port visa is an application method for qualifying urgent entry, not a guaranteed general visa on arrival for every traveler.
Read guide →China Online Arrival Card for International Travelers
Foreign travelers may complete China's arrival information online before travel, while those unable to do so may use port devices, QR channels or a paper card.
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