Introduction The TCG section on Chinese visa explains the general principles of what entry visas are. Although Hong Kong and Macau are parts of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), as Special Administrative Regions (SAR), each has its own entry regulations. This also means that

Persons who need to apply for a visa, i.e. other than described in Entry as a tourist without a Hong Kong Visashould obtain the form from a Chinese consulate or embassy.  Some travel agents sometimes offer a service of providing you with forms and submitting them for you but you will

Generally speaking, the Chinese embassies or consulates in foreign countries/regions will be closed on Chinese public holidays and the resident country. Because the holidays of resident countries vary greatly, only the public holidays of China in 2014 is listed here for reference. If

If you have any doubts about your situation you should enquire at a Chinese Consulate, such as Chinese Embassy in Toronto, Canada, or at a Public Security Bureau Entry and Exit Administration office in China. Application in Your Own Country Ideally, complete an application form suppli

You could be applying for a visa either in your own country, or in a third country. If you have any doubts about your situation you should enquire at a Chinese Consulate or at a Public Security Bureau Entry and Exit Administration office in China. Application in a Third Country &

Brief Introducation The permanent residence of foreigners in China refers to that the period of foreigners’ stay here is not limited. Certificate of Permanent Residence of Aliens is the legitimate identity card of aliens having obtained permanent residence and may be used indepe

For Spouse Reunion Aliens can apply for Permanent Residence for Spouse Reunion if they meet the following conditions: Spouses of Chinese citizens or of aliens having obtained permanent residence in PRC; Marriage has lasted for five years; have lived in PRC for five years in a row, the

Single, Double and Multiple entry visas China issues visas that allow one entry, double or multiple, the last two allowing you to exit from the Chinese mainland and re-enter on the same visa. You should remember that even a few hours in Hong Kong or Macau is an exit from mainland Chin

Regulations The PRC follows the international system and issues visas according to its laws and regulations which may be modified from time to time. The information provided on this page is about entry to the PRC mainland only: it does not include entry rules for Hong Kong, Macau, or

Macau is generally very open in its approach to admit tourists and short term business visitors. Nationals of 66 countries are exempt from a visa to Macau for a certain period while other nationals are permitted to obtain one on arrival at the border control. While providing the great