Contact -
United States Embassy of Beijing, China
Ambassador Clark T. Randt, Jr.
Xiu Shui Bei Jie 3, 100600
Tel: (86-10) 6532-3831
Embassy Holiday List -
| Holiday Name
New Year's Day (2 days)
Chinese New Year (3 days)
May Days (3 days)
National Days (3 days) |
Visa Details
The Chinese government requires all visitors to any part
of the People's Republic of China to have the appropriate visas
and a valid passport. You may even be required to undergo a personal
interview. Visas are required for any stop in China, including people
just making a stop-over in China. Getting a visa to China can take
up several days to issue - it is advisable to start the process
well before you trip. The visas are usually valid for 90 days from
the date of issue.
Type of Visa -
Tourist Visa
Tourist visas are issued to foreigners who enter China
temporarily for vacation, visiting family or other personal affairs.
It usually requires a letter from a Chinese tour agency confirming
your trip to China or a letter from a family member inviting you
to visit China.
Business Visa
Business visas are issued to foreigners who are visiting China temporarily
for business purposes. This can include research, lectures, scientific
& technological exchanges. To receive a business visa, you will
need an official invitation from a Chinese business contact.
Work Visa
Work visas are issued to foreigners who are moving to China work.
The foreigner must have a position secured in China and work with
their employer to file the paperwork required to receive the visa.
Visa will be extended to immidiate members accompanying them to
China.
Student Visa
Student visas are issued to foreigners who come to China for study.
If you are visiting China for a conference or lectures, you should
probably apply for a business visa. You will need a letter for the
hosting school to receive the visa.
Document Required -
Two completed DS-156 and DS-157 (for applicants 16 years
of age and older) forms, one in Chinese and one in English. Forms
are available free of charge at CITIC Bank branches, at the Embassy,
or can be downloaded by clicking here. When completing your application,
please include the standard telegraphic code number (STCN) identifying
the Chinese characters for your name
Two recent color passport-sized photographs (2 inches square)
A passport, which must be valid for more than six months, since
an alien presenting a passport valid for six months or less would
be inadmissible at a port of entry
In addition to the above requirements, you are advised to present
documentation and other evidence establishing social, economic,
and other ties that would compel your departure from the United
States after a temporary and lawful stay
Fee -
|
Number of Entry |
American |
Citizens of other countries |
|
Single Entry |
$50 |
$30 |
|
Double Entry |
$75 |
$45 |
|
Multiple Entry for 6 Months |
$100 |
$60 |
|
Multiple Entry for 12 Months |
$150 |
$90 |
|
