China 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
Who can apply and the main conditions for Chinese visas.
- Documents for a Chinese visa applicationGuidance
The documents you need for a Chinese visa application.
- Chinese visa photo requirementsGuidance
The photo requirements for a Chinese visa application.