Before you apply
Who needs a visa, whether you qualify and the documents China asks for.
4 Chinese resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- Chinese visa categories explainedGuidance
A plain-language guide to China's visa letter categories — L, M, F, Q, S, X, G, J and others — drawn from the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs descriptions.
- Chinese visa eligibilityGuidance
Eligibility for Chinese visas — awaiting review against the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Service Center sources.
- Documents for a Chinese visa applicationGuidance
Documents required for a Chinese visa application — awaiting review against the official Service Center sources.
- Chinese visa photo requirementsGuidance
Photo requirements for a Chinese visa application — awaiting review against the official Chinese Visa Application Service Center sources.