How to apply

Step 1 Prepare Documents

(1) Original Passport

(2) Visa Application Form and Photo

(3) Proof of legal residence status (applicable for those not applying for the visa in their country of citizenship)

(4) Previous Chinese passports or previous Chinese visas (applicable for those who were Chinese citizens and have obtained foreign citizenship)

(5) Documents showing the itinerary including air ticket booking record and proof of a hotel reservation, etc. or an Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by a relevant unit or individual in China. (Not required for U.S. citizens)

Step 2 Submit the Application

Step 3 Collect Your Passport and Visa

*Additional documents may be required on a case-by-case basis, as determined by the issuing authority.