How To Get A China Visa

By Jonny Blair


In order to visit the Chinese, it will be important to make sure that one applies for a visa. China offers different types of visas to those looking to visit the country based on what they intend to achieve while there. All visas can be acquired by submitting an application to the nearest Chinese consulate.

If looking to head there for a holiday, there are two type of gate way documents that one should apply for. This could either be a single entry or a double entry document. For tourism visas, they are often valid for three months from the time of issue. The travel itinerary will also be required.

If looking to visit the Chinese on an official capacity, a special type of visa is available for you. This is the same visa that a business man must apply for. In addition to the necessary paper work, the applicant will need to have with him an official letter of invitation from any Chinese department.

If looking to work there, one will need to apply for an employment visa. This is ideal for scholars, teachers, managers and even foreign experts. The applicant should be in a position to supply the stamped letter of employment.

Students have their own type of visa which they need to apply for. The Chinese student visa is available for individuals looking to join the local universities and colleges. During application, documents such as the letter of acceptance from the local universities as well as a certified letter from the education ministry must be provided.

Those on transit from one country to the next will require a transit visa. Individuals and citizens from countries such as Ireland may not need the visa. They are allowed to be in the country for a period of about twenty four hours.

Journalists are also required to apply for a special visa if looking to cover news within the Chinese boundaries. A journalist must be in a position to provide an application letter from the news agency that he is affiliated to. In addition, the interviewee should also furnish the officers with the invitation letter.

Crew members working in the transport sector need to submit applications for crew members visas. This is a visa that has been intended for those working on planes, trains and even ships. The company that has employed the crew members may need to provide its business letter so that the crew members can get their visas.




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