| Do I need a visa to enter the Republic of China? |
| Yes, German citizens, citizens of other EU states and citizens of most foreign countries require a visa, which they must obtain prior to travelling to China. |
| Can I apply for the visa by mail? |
| No, Chinese Embassies and Consulates do not accept applications via mail. Visa Applicants are requested to appear at the Consulate in person or apply through a visa agency. We would be delighted to assist you with that. We advise you to send us all the required documents via mail. After issuing the visa we will return your documents including the newly issued visa via mail. |
| Which documents do I need to apply for a Chinese visa? |
China changed their visa requirements in April 2008. To apply for a Chinese visa you need the following documents:
- A duly completed application form with a passport photo
- A proof of your flight reservation (copy of ticket, copy of the online booking confirmation)
- A proof of your hotel booking in China
- Your passport (note: your passport needs to be valid at least 6 additional months, counting from the date of entry to China)
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| How do I pay for your services? |
| In our order form you indicate your bank details or credit-card details. The invoice amount will be deducted from your credit card or bank account. You will receive an invoice (vat included) together with your visa. |
| How long is the visa processing time? |
| We will check your application upon arrival and submit the application to the Chinese Consulate on the following working day. The average processing time is currently four working days. Please note, that return delivery time should be added to the processing time. Delivery days can vary between one and three depending on the type of postage you have asked us to use. |
| What happens if the visa is not issued in time? |
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Of course we are liable, if the visa is not issued in time due to our neglect or if the visa has not reached you in due time. However, we are not liable for any delay caused by the Chinese Consulate. The visa will be shipped at your own risk. If you do not wish your visa to be send, you can collect your documents at our office during our business hours.
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| What are the regulations regarding the validity of the passport? |
| To apply for a Chinese visa your passport has to be valid at least six months from the date of entry into China. |
| I am not a German citizen. Can you still assist me with my application? |
| Yes, but additional paperwork is needed. If you are a citizen of another EU country we will need a copy of your registration card. If you are not a citizen of any of the other EU countries, you will need to have a residence permit for Germany. The Consulate will charge additional fees for non-German applicants depending on their citizenship. Please email or phone us for further information. |
| Do I need a HIV test? |
| If you plan to stay in China for more than six months you will be required to present a negative HIV-test. |
| I would like to go to China on business. Can I still travel on a tourist visa? |
| If you only want to hold talks a tourist visa is sufficient. But you won't be allowed to carry any commercial samples or valuable equipment with you and of course you are not allowed to work officially.
To apply for a business visa you will need an invitation issued by the appropriate government department, provincial government or authorised Chinese company. |
| I would like to work in China. Do I have to follow any special regulations? |
| You need an employment permit from the ministry for work and a social security number from the PR of China. Another option is to gain access to a so called 'expert ID card', which is issued by the department for foreign expertise. Additionally you will need an official invitation written on formal paper and issued by the department for foreign trade. |
| I would like to do an internship in China. Do I have to follow special regulations? |
| You need a contract with a legalised company in China and an official invitation written on an official paper from the foreign office. |
| How long is a visa valid for China? |
| For the time being the Chinese embassy only issues visas, which are valid for two month. You can only stay in China for up to 30 days during the indicated period of two month. Businessman can apply for a visa with a validity of either 6 or even 12 month. However, they will be asked to produce an official invitation issued in China.
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| How often can one enter the country with the visa? |
| You can obtain a single, double or multiple entry visas. Please indicate in your application, which type you need.
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