Monday, 29/04/24
China is an amazing country to visit and work for foreigners who are interested in its diverse culture, history, and nature. Numerous attractions in China provide breathtaking landscapes, historical landmarks, and cultural experiences, such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Fenghuang Ancient Town, and the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor...ect. Additionally, China has a thriving economy that presents numerous opportunities for corporate collaboration across a range of industries, including education, technology, trade, and tourism. If you are planning to visit or work in China, you will need to apply for a visa that matches your purpose and length of stay. There are different types of visas for different purposes, such as tourist visas (L type), business visas (M type), work visas (Z type), and student visas (X type). In this article, Visa5s.com will share with you latest update detailed guidance through the process of applying for two common types of Chinese visas: the tourist visa (L type) and the business visa (M type). These visas allow you to visit or conduct business activities in China in 2023, with a maximum stay of 30 days per entry, depending on your itinerary.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TOURIST & BUSINESS CHINESE VISA?
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GENERAL INFORMATION |
BUSINESS CHINESE VISA |
TOURIST CHINESE VISA |
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Symbol |
M |
L |
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Visa period |
03 months, 06 months, 01 year |
03 months only |
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Maximum length of stay |
15-30 days depending on nationality |
15-30 days depending on nationality |
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Number of entry |
Single, double or multiple |
Single only |
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Required documents |
Must have Invitation documents from the inviter company in China |
No need invitation documents |
IMPORTANT NOTES BEFORE SUBMITTING THE CHINESE VISA APPLICATION
+ CHINESE BUSINESS VISA 3 MONTHS TWO ENTRIES: within the last 1 year, must have at least 2 Chinese business visas 3 months single entry;
+ CHINESE BUSINESS VISA 6 MONTHS MULTIPLE ENTRIES: within the last 2 years, must have at least 2 Chinese business visas, 3 months double entries;
+ CHINESE BUSINESS VISA 1 YEAR MULTIPLE ENTRIES: within the last 2 years must have had at least 2 multiple 6 months Chinese business visas.
WHAT IS THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CHINESE TOURIST BUSINESS VISA?
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DOCUMENT CHECKLIST FOR CHINESE TOURIST BUSINESS VISA |
GUIDANCE ON THE PREPARATION OF CHINESE TOURIST BUSINESS VISA |
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Original |
Photocopy |
Notarized true copy |
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A |
GENERAL DOCUMENTS FOR BOTH CHINESE TOURIST BUSINESS VISA |
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Passport valid for at least 6 months, with 2 or more blank visa pages |
X |
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02 48mm x 33mm photos with white background taken within the last 6 months |
X |
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Chinese Visa Information form. Fill in all information at: https://www.visaforchina.cn/globle/, then printing out and signing |
X |
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4 |
Previously issued China Visa (if any) |
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X |
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Vietnam Visa/ Evisa/ Vietnam TR và Vietnam Entry stamp |
X |
X |
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Vietnam Work permit (if any) |
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X |
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B |
REQUIRED DOCUMENT FOR CHINESE TOURIST VISA |
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1 |
If you are employees: 1.1. Application for leave 1.2. Confirmation of employee |
X |
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2 |
If you are business Owners: Business registration certificate |
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3 |
Air ticket reservation |
X |
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4 |
Hotel reservation |
X |
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Travel itinerary |
X |
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C |
REQUIRED DOCUMENT FOR CHINESE BUSINESS VISA |
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1 |
Invitation letter |
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X |
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2 |
Business Registration Certificate of China company |
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X |
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3 |
If you are employees: Decision on business trip |
X |
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4 |
If you are business Owners: Business registration certificate |
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X |
HOW MUCH DOES TOURIST BUSINESS VISA FOR CHINA COST?
The below fee is applicable until December 31, 2024 according to the announcement of the Chinese Embassy and the Chinese Visa Application Center in Vietnam. However, please note that costs may vary depending on country, visa type, and other specific requirements. Please check directly with the Chinese consulate or their official website for the most detailed and up-to-date information.
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NATIONALITY |
CHINESE VISA PERIOD & NUMBER OF ENTRY |
TOTAL COST FOR A CHINESE VISA (Approximately in USD) |
DETAILED COST FOR A CHINESE VISA |
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CHINESE VISA FEE |
CHINESE VISA CENTRE FEE |
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All nationalities (except US citizens, Canadian, Brazilian, Argentina) |
03 months single entry |
~ 51 USD |
23 USD |
690,000 VND |
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03 months double entry |
~ 62 USD |
34 USD |
690,000 VND |
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06 months multiple entry |
~ 73 USD |
45 USD |
690,000 VND |
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01 year multiple entry |
~ 96 USD |
68 USD |
690,000 VND |
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US citizens |
All for all Chinese visa period |
~ 167 USD |
139 USD |
690,000 VND |
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Canadian |
~ 118 USD |
60 USD |
690,000 VND |
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Brazilian |
~ 118 USD |
105 USD |
690,000 VND |
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Argentina |
~ 118 USD |
113 USD |
690,000 VND |
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