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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two Chinese visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Letter Of Invitation from China: Please note the requirements are different by jurisdiction:
Chicago: A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is recommended.
Houston: A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is required.
Los Angeles: A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is required.
New York: A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is required. In some cases, the consulate will require the invitation to be stamped with a government municipal seal.
San Francisco: A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is NOT required.
Washington DC : A letter of invitation from the host company/inviting organization is not required, but may be submitted in place of a business letter from US employer. |
| 5 | Business Letter: Letter from US based employer or sponsoring company, on company letterhead, introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit to China. The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant, provide detailed contact information in host country, and specify the number of entries (single, double or multiple) and visa validity (3 month, 6 month, 1 year, etc) being requested.
 To generate a Chinese Business Cover Letter on-line, fill out this Business Letter Form and print the completed letter on your company letterhead. |
| 6 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency visa processing. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Chinese visas are generally issued for 3 months, 6 months or 12 months from the date of issue and allow single, double or multiple entries according to visa application request and supporting documents. Length of stay is usually up to 30 days, but longer stays can be issued at the discretion of the Chinese Consular officer. Please note: In New York jurisdiction, multiple entry visas are only issued to applicants who provide a copy of a previous Chinese visa. Applicants who have not held a previous Chinese visa can request a single or double entry visa. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: Chinese visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our Chinese Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Chinese visas are usually issued for 3 months, 6 months or 12 months from the date of issue and allow single, double or multiple entries according to visa application request and supporting documents. Length of stay is generally up to 30 days, but longer stays can be issued at the discretion of the Chinese Consular officer. Please note: In New York jurisdiction, multiple entry visas are only issued to applicants who provide a copy of a previous Chinese visa. Applicants who have not held a previous Chinese visa can request a single or double entry visa. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| 5 | Other Requirements: Valid onward destination visas (if applicable). |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Chinese transit visas are generally issued for single or double entry with a stay permitted between 1 to 10 business days. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Official Invitation from China: The original and one copy of an approved Foreign Student Application Form (JW101 or JW202) issued by the Chinese unit, and an enrollment letter from the Chinese school. |
| 5 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| 6 | Medical Requirements: In San Francisco and Washington DC Jurisdictions, applications for a stay in China of 6 months or more must include a Physical Examination Certificate for Foreign Citizens.
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| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Most Chinese student visas are issued for a single entry, valid for three months from the date of issue. The student must register this visa at the local public security department in China within thirty days of arrival in China. The student can extend the period of stay (based on enrollment letter) or request re-entry permission through this office. In some cases, a double or multiple entry visa may be issued, usually for a maximum stay 90 days per visit. Please refer to the jurisdiction information below and the China Consular Fee and Visa Options link for more information. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. Applicants within San Francisco jurisdiction: two photos are required. |
| 4 | Business Letter: Letter from employer (i.e. airline) or sponsoring company, on company letterhead, introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, employee number, and clearly stating that the applicant requires a visa as a crew member. Applicants requesting a multiple entry visa to China must provide a letter stating the need for a multiple entry visa and the dates of future travel to the country.
To generate a Chinese Business Cover Letter on-line, fill out this Business Letter Form and print the completed letter on your company letterhead. |
| 5 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| 6 | Other Requirements: Photocopy of employee/crew ID. Applicants within Los Angeles jurisdiction must submit original crew ID. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: The Embassy of China will only issue a two year multiple entry "C" type visa to crew members of large commercial airlines such as Northwest, United, Continental, American, FedEx, UPS, Polar Air Cargo and Delta. Crew members of other airlines may be issued a 6 months single/double entry Chinese crew visa or a 6 months/1 year multiple entry Chinese crew visa at the discretion of the Chinese Consulate. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Other Forms: In San Francisco Jurisdiction, applicants who plan to stay in China for more than 6 months must submit a Physical Examination Certificate for Foreign Citizens.
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| 5 | Official Invitation from China: Original and one photocopy of the Work Permit for Aliens issued by the Chinese Labor Ministry or the original and one photocopy of the Foreign Expert's License issued by the Chinese Foreign Expert Bureau.
Visa Notification issued by an authorized Chinese unit (usually the Foreign Affairs Office of the local government). Accompanying family members must submit a visa notification issued by the authorized Chinese unit or proof of kinship, e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc. |
| 6 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: A China work visa (Z Type) is generally valid for three months from date of issuance and allows one entry into the country. The holder of a Chinese (Z) visa shall go through residential formalities in the local public security department within thirty days of entry into China. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Other Forms: In San Francisco Jurisdiction, applicants who plan to stay in China for more than 6 months must submit a Physical Examination Certificate for Foreign Citizens.
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| 5 | Official Invitation from China: Original and one photocopy of the Work Permit for Aliens issued by the Chinese Labor Ministry or the original and one photocopy of the Foreign Expert's License issued by the Chinese Foreign Expert Bureau.
Visa Notification issued by an authorized Chinese unit (usually the Foreign Affairs Office of the local government). Accompanying family members must submit a visa notification issued by the authorized Chinese unit or proof of kinship, e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc. |
| 6 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Applicants traveling to China for "Teaching" purposes will be issued a China work visa (Z Type) valid for three months from date of issuance and allowing one entry into the country. The holder of a Chinese (Z) visa shall go through residential formalities in the local public security department within thirty days of entry into China. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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| 1 | Passport Requirements: Original passport and one photocopy of information page. The passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in China and with at least one blank visa page available for the Chinese visa. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for China visa stamps. |
| 2 | Chinese Visa Application Form: Two China visa application forms per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Chinese visa application. Improperly completed forms may delay the processing of your visa. |
| 3 | Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/light background. |
| 4 | Official Invitation from China: Letter of invitation (Visa Notification Letter) issued by the Chinese Provincial Government. The invitation must have the Chinese Municipal seal on it. Please note the following specifications for each jurisdiction:
Chicago and Washington, DC: A copy of the invitation is acceptable. An original is not necessary.
Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco: The letter of invitation must be original. Copies are not accepted.
Houston: A colored scanned copy is acceptable. Otherwise an original is required.
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| 5 | Proof Of Departure: In San Francisco, an itinerary showing departure within 4 business days is required for emergency Chinese visa processing. |
| 6 | Other Requirements: Official Letter of Support from the US Department of State. |
| | Complete the Global Reservation Form: This is Travisa's Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular fees will apply). |
| | Click here for China Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options |
| | China Visa Validity: Chinese Diplomatic and Official visa validity is based on the supporting documentation, at the discretion of the Chinese Consulate. |
| | Chinese Visa Processing Time: China visa applications are usually processed in 4 to 5 business days. Rush and Emergency service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our China Consular Fees and Visa Options link for details. |
| In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight). |
| Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession. |
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