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 two blank passport pages available
2. China Visa Application Form:
One signed visa application form. Every question on the application must be answered, please answer NONE if the question does not apply to you. Applications must be typed in block capital letters; handwritten changes are not accepted. The signature on the application form must match the signature on the applicant's passport.
The Consulate of China requires a visa application be completed according to strict guidelines. Make sure your documentation is accurately prepared by making use of Document Preparation Service. After placing your order, you will receive an Application Kit which includes an optional form where you can provide simple answers. If you choose this service a Specialist will work with you to ensure the required documents are prepared according to government and consular requirements. Once your application form is complete, we will return it to you via a secure and encrypted email for your signature, keeping your personal information safe.
3. Photo Requirements:
One recent 2 x 2 passport photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
Please note: No jewelry, eyeglasses, uniforms, or hats (unless for religious purposes) should be worn for the photograph.
OR - you can upload a passport photo when you place your order, instead of providing physical passport photos.
4. Letter Of Invitation:
A letter of invitation on company letterhead from the host company in China, signed by an appropriate representative of the inviting organization and must be stamped with the company seal.
The Letter of Invitation from China must include the following:
• Name, gender, nationality, and date of birth and passport number of the applicant
• Full name of employer and applicant’s job title (US Company)
• Purpose of visit (what kind of business)
• What city and province the applicant plans to visit
• Dates of entrance and exit from China
• Specific validity of visa being requested (single, double, multiple entries, 3 month, 6 month, etc)
• Information about the relationship between the Chinese and US companies
• Who will provide financial support in China for the duration of stay
• Full name of the company in China which invited applicant
• Full name, job title, address, phone and fax numbers of the contact at company (in China)
• Signature of the inviting contact (in China) and company stamp
Consular Officers may call the inviting host to verify information on the invitation and the visa application.Due to time zone differences the Consular Officer may try to reach the inviting person during what is night in China, and it is important the call is expected.
5. Business Cover Letter:
Letter from US based employer or sponsoring company, on company letterhead, which must introduce the applicant, indicate the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly state 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.
The Consulate of China requires an official business letter to support your application. To generate a China Business Cover Letter on-line, simply request this service and provide your information using the simple online form in your Visa Application Kit, which you will receive once you place your order.
6. Proof of State Residency:
- Display your name as it appears on your passport
- Display the current residence address as provided on your visa application
Please note: if a utility bill must be submitted, the consulate requires an electric, gas, or water bill. Telephone and cable bills are not accepted.
7. Job Description:
8. Proof of Travel Arrangements:
9. Residency Status:
Copy of U.S. Permanent Resident Card or valid visa. US visa holders should have original I-94 (or I-20 I-797, DS - 2019 depending on US visa status) stapled to their passport.
10. Country of Origin:
Applicants of Chinese origin, (born in China), must include a copy of a previous Chinese visa or their last original Chinese passport. Make sure the Chinese Name field is completed on the Chinese visa application form in Chinese characters.
11. Special Instructions:
TRAVEL TO HONG KONG OR MACAU: Visiting Hong Kong or Macau is considered leaving China. The applicant must obtain a multiple entry visa if leaving Mainland China to visit Hong Kong or Macau with the intention to re-enter the mainland before finally departing from China.