China Student Visa (X Visa) Overview
The China Student Visa is issued in two categories: X1 for long-term study (over 180 days) and X2 for short-term study (up to 180 days) in Chinese educational institutions.
Required Documents
- Valid US passport
- Admission Notice from Chinese educational institution
- JW201 or JW202 form (for X1 visa)
- Completed COVA application form
- Recent passport photo
X1 vs X2 Visa
X1 visa holders must apply for a study residence permit within 30 days of entry. X2 visa holders may stay for the duration indicated on the visa without converting to a residence permit.
Application Process
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Submit Online
Fill out application form
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Document Guidance
Personal review & checklist
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Submission
Filed at consulate
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Return Delivery
Secure mail back
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Frequently Asked Questions
X1签证适用于在中国长期学习（超过180天）的留学生，入境后需转换为学习类居留许可；X2签证适用于短期学习（不超过180天），无需转换居留许可。
是的。长期留学(X1)需要JW201或JW202表原件，这是由中国教育部签发的外国留学人员来华签证申请表。录取学校会协助办理此表。短期学习(X2)有时可免除此要求。
持X签证的留学生原则上不能在中国从事有偿工作。如需勤工俭学，需获得学校同意并到公安局出入境管理部门办理勤工俭学许可。