FAQ
What would be the best time for me to apply for a visa before my planned departure for China?
It is advisable that you apply for your visa approximately one month prior to your intended date of entry into China, but not earlier than three months.
Where do I apply for a visa?
If you hold an ordinary passport, you should submit your application at the Visa Centre in the country where you lawfully reside.
Do I need a visa to enter Hong Kong and Macao?
Kindly refer to the following websites: The Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region: http://www.immd.gov.hk Public Security Police Force of the Government of Macao Special Administrative Region：http://www.fsm.gov.mo/psp/eng/main.html
Can I apply for a visa online?
Please visit our website and follow the Notice on the online application mode for Chinese visas step by step to apply. https://bio.visaforchina.cn/BRN3_EN/tongzhigonggao/283998574671433728.html
Is it permitted for someone else to submit my application to the Visa Centre on my behalf?
According to the requirements of Chinese Embassy and Consulate General, you must come to the Visa Cntre in person to submit your applicaiton and your fingerprints must be collected (person who under 14 years old or elder than 70 years old is exempted). If you want to apply through a travel agency, t
Can I apply for a visa through a travel agency?
You can submit your application either in person at the Visa Center or through a travel agency.
How long does it take to process a visa if I submit my application at the Visa Centre in person?
A visa typically takes three orfour working days to process if all the accompanying documents meet the requirements. Please clickherefor more details.
I am currently in China. Can I mail my application to you?
No, you can't.
Is the service fee the same for a child?
Yes. The visa processing procedure is the same for a child, who is an independent applicant or an accompanying applicant sharing the same passport with the principal applicant. Therefore, the child incurs the same amount of service fee.
Does a child need to fill out a visa application form as well?
As an independent applicant, the child needs to fill out a separate visa application form. However, if the child shares the same passport with a principal applicant, this is not required.