1. China Visa Application Form Instructions
The China Visa Application Form must be completed in English or Chinese with clear, accurate, and complete information. Key points include:
- Name: English name must match passport; include Chinese name if applicable.
- Nationality: Current nationality; note if you previously held Chinese nationality.
- Visa Type: Select the correct category (L/M/Q/Z/X, etc.) based on your purpose of travel.
- Itinerary: Enter expected entry date, length of stay, and port of entry.
- Inviter Information: Provide detailed information about your contact or inviting organization in China.
- Family Information: Spouse and parent information must be completed accurately.
- Signature and Date: Sign in the designated area and date it (same as application date).
We provide free form-filling guidance to ensure your application is error-free. Call 518-956-5673 for assistance.
2. Visa Photo Requirements
Basic Specifications
- Size: 2 inches x 2 inches (51mm x 51mm)
- Background: White or light-colored
- Recent (within 6 months) front-facing color photo without head covering
- Face should occupy 70%-80% of the photo area
Important Notes
- Glasses are not allowed (including frameless glasses)
- Hats or head coverings not allowed (except for religious reasons)
- Facial features must be clearly visible with a natural expression
- Cropped casual or artistic photos are not accepted
- Low-quality digital prints are not accepted
3. Required Documents Checklist
General Documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months (original)
- Completed and signed China Visa Application Form
- One qualifying visa photo
- Proof of legal residence (for non-US citizens)
Additional Documents by Visa Type
- Tourist Visa (L): Round-trip flight booking, hotel reservation, travel itinerary
- Business Visa (M): Invitation letter from Chinese company, business license copy
- Family Visit Visa (Q): Invitation from relative, relative's ID, proof of relationship
- Work Visa (Z): Work permit notification, invitation from authorized entity
- Study Visa (X): School admission letter, JW201/JW202 form
Note: Some visa types may require additional documents such as invitation letters, round-trip tickets, and hotel bookings. Please call to confirm specific requirements.
4. Special Circumstances
- Former Chinese passport holders (now US citizens): Must provide former Chinese passport or cancellation proof
- Expired, lost, or gap in Chinese passport: Additional written explanation required
- Child applicants: Both parents' passport copies and birth certificate required; special rules apply if a parent holds a 2-year conditional green card
- Name change: Court name change order or other proof of name change required
