Visa Information

To successfully apply for a Chinese Visa, applicants should come in person or through a third party (e.g. Travel Agent or Tour Operator) to apply for the Chinese visa during office hours 9 -12 am in Chinese Embassy / Chinese Consulates-General in the country you live. Usually, the processing time is about 5- 7 working days.

Applications by Mail: It takes 2 weeks to process the application, so there is no same day or express day service. 

It is advised that your passport(s) should be sent by registered post for security and proof of posting needs to be kept. Please enclose a self-addressed envelope, the visa application form and payment (visa fee and service fee---see item: visa fee).You should send a stamped, self-addressed envelope with your application together with the appropriate fee.

Single-entry China visas are usually valid for 3 months after the issue date, and will permit you to stay in China for a maximum of 30 days. This visa will allow you to travel as a tourist or conduct general business activities. Most people need only to apply for a single-entry.

You need to apply for "double" or "multiple” entry visa if you need to leave and re-entering Mainland China. Please keep in mind that even when you leave for Hong Kong, Macao from Mainland China, you still need to have "double" or "multiple" entry Visa.In order to be able to obtain a Chinese Visa (if required) you should contact the nearest Consulate of the People’s Republic of China. The visa procedure depends on the nationality of the applicant.

The following web site might be very informative: http://www.cits.net/

If you need a invitation letter for the visa procedure, please go to the registration site and fill in the required information to require an VISA letter. We will send you the letter after check your information.   If you need more information, please contact us  via e-mail:  repm2018@pku.edu.cn