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China extends visa-free transit stays to 240 hours
China extends visa-free transit stays to 240 hours
Q&A about visa free policy
QA about visa free policy
List of Agreements on Mutual Visa Exemption Between the People's Republic of China and Foreign Countries
List of Agreements on Mutual Visa Exemption Between the People's Republic of China and Foreign Countries
HKSAR visa requirements for foreign countries territories
HKSAR visa requirements for the following foreign countries / territories National of foreign country (territory)/Type of travel document Visa free period for visit not exceeding Always require VISA, except in direct transit by air and when the person does not leave the airport transit area 1
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on Visa-free Policy to Citizens of Switzerland and Other Countries
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on Visa-free Policy to Citizens of Switzerland and Other Countries March 7, 2024 Question 1: Do foreign citizens eligible for visa-free entry to China need to notice the Chinese Embassies or Consulates in advance? Answer: Foreign citizens eligible for the visa
Why do Chinese visas have different categories?
In light of China's laws and regulations, consular officers decide what type of visa is best suited for an applicants stated purpose of visit to China.
Why is there an extra fee if I request to have my passport returned by mail even if I've already paid the postal charge on the return envelop?
The postal service fee (postage exclusive) reflects the time and efforts spent on processing postal applications. The postage is charged by the postal service provider.
What to do when the online application form photograph is not qualified?
1)if you have already uploaded the photograph 3 times and have not yet uploaded successfully, the system will remind you to bring a suitable photograph. When you come to the centre to submit the application, please bring a recent photograph of yourself with a white or close to white background and c
How long should be the remaining validity of my passport when I apply for a China visa?
Generally speaking, there should be at least six months left before the passport expires.
What is the relationship between the validity of a visa, number of entries and duration of stay?
Validity of a visa refers to the period within which the visa holder is allowed to enter China. The number of entries refers to the number of times the visa holder is permitted to enter China within the visas validity. Duration of stay refers to the longest period the visa holder is allowed to sta