The 139th Canton Fair will officially open on April 15. The Visa Application Centre in Abuja, Nigeria will accept online applications for Canton Fair visas from March 9 to April 17. During this period, applicants holding a valid Canton Fair invitation letter may apply for an M-category visa.

Application Process

Step 1: Complete the Online Application(Guidance found on notice column)
Please prepare the following documents for online application:

1.    A 2-inch photo with a white background

2.    A clear scanned copy of your passport data page

3.    Canton Fair invitation letter

4.    Flight and hotel bookings

5.    Business license of Introducing company in Nigeria (CAC)

6.    Company introduction letter

7.    Bank statements from the past three months

Step 2: Submit Documents at the Visa Centre
Once your online application is approved, please bring your Visa application Certificate, Original passport, and Canton Fair invitation letter to the visa centre for biometric collection.

Step 3: Collect Your Passport
The Canton Fair visa does not offer expedited service. After submitting your documents at the visa centre, processing takesat least 4 working days. The pickup date may vary depending on actual processing and the volume of applications during the Canton Fair season.

Kind Reminders:

1.   When filling out the online application, ensure that your personal information matches your passport.
In the column no. 6.2A “Inviting Party”, please write in full: “139TH Session of China Import and Export Fair.”

2.   Forged documents violate immigration laws and regulations. Applicants will be responsible for any resulting consequences.

3. To facilitate your travel in China, please pay attention to the bulletin board or TV screens at the visa centre for information regarding online payment methods .