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Want to see what a visa to China looks like? You can view a sample visa for China and see what information it contains.
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
Please keep in mind that even if staying less than 30 days, you must:
For stays exceeding 30 days, a visa is required and must be obtained prior to arrival. Please refer to the VisaCentral application pack for details.
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
Complete the enclosed China Application Form. Then send it and the rest of your documents to the VisaCentral office address listed on the submission checklist page of this application pack. VisaCentral will work with the Chinese government to submit your application. After the application has been accepted we will send it to you via encrypted email for your signature.
Upload your photograph at https://visacentral.sg/photo-service. For guidance on how to submit an acceptable photograph refer to the China Photo Guide contained in this Application Pack.
You must provide a letter of invitation from your Chinese business counterparts. A copy is acceptable. The letter must:
Travellers may refer to the sample Letter of Invitation provided in the Application Kit for how to format the letter.
Special Reminders:
If the applicant was born in China, (including Hong Kong, Taiwan or Macau), they must provide:
If the applicant has not had a previous visa for China, they must provide:
Please Note: Further documentation may be requested at the discretion of the Embassy.
If the applicant works for a company associated with the media, they must supply an additional original business introduction letter. The letter must:
An original personal declaration letter is also required. The letter must:
An original invitation letter from Chinese business counterparts is also required. The letter must:
Processing time and visa validity granted will be subject to the Chinese Embassy’s discretion. VisaCentral cannot assist to obtain invitations for applicants with media related occupations.
Applicants requesting a 6-month or 12-month multiple entry business visa must provide copies of their previous Chinese business visa. Please keep in mind the following:
The applicant's Employment Authorisation or Residency Permit must also be valid at least 1 month beyond the exit date of the intended visa. For example, to request a 12-month multiple entry visa, the applicant's pass must be valid for at least 13 months.
Additionally, the applicant's passport must be valid for at least 18 months. For example, to request a 1-year multiple entry visa, the applicant's passport must be valid for at least 18 months.
Please note: The 6-month and 12-month multiple entry business visas are issued at the discretion of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore.If applicants have not utilised their previous China visa, the Chinese Embassy may not grant a multiple entry visa.
Applicants who were born in Turkey or who have travelled to Turkey must provide an original personal letter. This letter should state the detailed reasons for travel to Turkey and specify the exact date(s) of entry, exit, and duration of the stay(s). Additionally, a photo copy of the Turkey visa (if applicable) and all entry and exit stamps must be provided.
Applicants who were born in Pakistan and who have travelled to Pakistan must provide an original personal letter. This letter should state the detailed reasons for travel to Pakistan and specify the exact date(s) of entry, exit, and duration of the stay(s). A photocopy of all Pakistan entry and exit stamps must be submitted together with the application.
For Pakistan passport holders, a clear photocopy (front and back) of Pakistan ID card must additionally be provided. If you are unable to provide the Pakistan ID card, the reason must be provided in the personal letter.
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
Please keep in mind that even if staying less than 30 days, you must:
For stays exceeding 30 days, a visa is required and must be obtained prior to arrival. Please refer to the VisaCentral application pack for details.
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
Complete the enclosed China Application Form. Then send it and the rest of your documents to the VisaCentral office address listed on the submission checklist page of this application pack. VisaCentral will work with the Chinese government to submit your application. After the application has been accepted we will send it to you via encrypted email for your signature.
Upload your photograph at https://visacentral.sg/photo-service. For guidance on how to submit an acceptable photograph refer to the China Photo Guide contained in this Application Pack.
Double entry visas: Two flight itineraries must be provided for double entry visa applications. The first itinerary must show the first entry & exit dates to China. The second itinerary must show that the applicant is required to enter China within a short period of time from the first entry (e.g Travellers who are on cruise and are travelling to two destinations in China).
Please note that it will be at the discretion of the Chinese Embassy to approve a double entry visa.
If staying with family or friends the following must be supplied:
If the applicant was born in China, (including Hong Kong, Taiwan or Macau), they must provide:
If the applicant has not had a previous visa for China, they must provide:
Please Note: Further documentation may be requested at the discretion of the Embassy.
If the applicant works for a company associated with the media, they must supply an additional business introduction letter. The letter must:
A personal letter is also required. The letter must:
Processing time and visa validity granted will be subject to the Chinese Embassy’s discretion. CIBT cannot assist to obtain invitations for applicants with media related occupations.
Applicants who were born in Turkey or who have travelled to Turkey must provide an original personal letter. This letter should state the detailed reasons for travel to Turkey and specify the exact date(s) of entry, exit, and duration of the stay(s). Additionally, a photo copy of the Turkey visa (if applicable) and all entry and exit stamps must be provided.
Applicants who were born in Pakistan and who have travelled to Pakistan must provide an original personal letter. This letter should state the detailed reasons for travel to Pakistan and specify the exact date(s) of entry, exit, and duration of the stay(s). A photocopy of all Pakistan entry and exit stamps must be submitted together with the application.
For Pakistan passport holders, a clear photocopy (front and back) of Pakistan ID card must additionally be provided. If you are unable to provide the Pakistan ID card, the reason must be provided in the personal letter.
Housewives, retired, and self-employed applicants must provide evidence of funds. This should be provided as your bank statements for the last three months.
Want to see what a visa to China looks like? You can view a sample visa for China and see what information it contains.
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