1. A valid original passport with a validity of at least 6 months with 2 blank visa pages
2. A completed visa application form with signature
3. One recent passport size colour photo
4. A detailed flight itinerary showing applicant's full name
5. An invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in China. The invitation should contain: information on the applicant, information on the planned visit, and information on the inviting entity or individual.
6. Photocopy of Chinese ID or foreign passport and permanent residence permit of the inviting individual
Biometric Fingerprint
The Consulate General of the People's Republic of China has removed biometric fingerprint until the 31/12/2024, for single or double entry visa
from the following visa categories;
> Tourism (L)
> Family visit (Q2)
> Transit (G)
> Crew members (C)
> Commercial trade activities (M)
Biometric fingerprint is mandatory for all multiple entry visa categories.
Exempted Applicants
The following applicants are exempted from the biometric fingerprint requirement:
> Minor under the age of 14 and senior over the age of 70;
> Those who have had fingerprints previously done within the last 5 years and their passport is still valid;
> Any applicants with medical conditions that prevents them from participating;
> Applicants holding a diplomatic passport or eligible for application of diplomatic, service or courtesy visa of China;
Please note when completing the visa application form, an incomplete or incorrect completion of the visa application form can cause delays, in certain cases you may be required to complete a new visa application form.
Please ensure your original passport has a validity of at least 6 months with a minimum of 2 blank visa pages. This will avoid any complications at the airport check-in, customs and immigration checkpoints.
You need to provide a recent passport size colour photo taken within the last 6 months. The photo size must be 33mm(Width) x 48mm(Height)
You are required to provide a copy of your flight itinerary showing your full name, with details of your entry and exit dates.
It is recommended to apply for your China visa within 2 months of your date of arrival into China.
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