FAQ

What would be the best time for me to apply for a visa before my planned departure for China?

It is advisable that you apply for your visa approximately one month prior to your intended date of entry into China, but not earlier than three months.

Where do I apply for a visa?

If you hold an ordinary passport, you should submit your application at the Visa Centre in the country where you lawfully reside.

Do I need a visa to enter Hong Kong and Macao?

Kindly refer to the following websites: The Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region: http://www.immd.gov.hk Public Security Police Force of the Government of Macao Special Administrative Region：http://www.fsm.gov.mo/psp/eng/main.html

Do I need to apply for a visa if I transit through Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou?

citizens of 53 countries with valid international travel documents and air tickets for a connecting flight with confirmed date of flight and seat for a third country or region can apply for a 72-hour transit visa exemption at ports of entry in Beijing Capital International Airport,

Can I apply for a visa online?

It is not possible to apply for a visa through the Internet currently. You need to submit all the required application documents to the Visa Centre, and the Visa Centre staffwill thenhandle your application.

Is it permitted for someone else to submit my application to the Visa Centre on my behalf?

According to the requirements of Chinese Embassy and Consulate General, you must come to the Visa Cntre in person to submit your applicaiton and your fingerprints must be collected (person who under 14 years old or elder than 70 years old is exempted). If you want to apply through a travel agency, t

How long should be the remaining validity of my passport before I apply for a China visa?

您既可以通过旅行社也可以直接向签证中心递交申请。

How long does it take to process a visa if I submit my application at the Visa Centre in person?

A visa typically takes three orfour working days to process if all the accompanying documents meet the requirements. Please clickherefor more details.

I am currently in China. Can I mail my application to you?

No, you can't.

Is the service fee the same for a child?

Yes. The visa processing procedure is the same for a child, who is an independent applicant or an accompanying applicant sharing the same passport with the principal applicant. Therefore, the child incurs the same amount of service fee.