China
All Visa Pathways(18 visas)
ChinaC Visa (乘务签证)
Crew visa for foreign crew members of international aircraft, trains, and ships, as well as cross-border motor vehicle drivers and their accompanying family members.
ChinaD Visa (定居签证)
Permanent residence visa — the Chinese Green Card — for foreigners approved for permanent settlement through investment, senior employment, family reunion with Chinese nationals, or outstanding contributions to China.
ChinaF Visa (访问签证)
Non-commercial visit visa for research, lectures, scientific and technological exchanges, cultural exchanges, and study tours in China.
ChinaG — Transit Visa-Free (240 Hours)
Visa-free transit entry for 240 hours (10 days) at qualifying ports in 24 provinces. Citizens of 55 countries can transit through China without a visa when traveling to a third destination.
ChinaHainan 30-Day Visa-Free Entry (59 Countries)
Regional visa-free entry program for Hainan Province allowing 30-day stays for citizens of 59 countries. Covers tourism, business, family visits, medical treatment, conferences, and sports.
ChinaJ1 — J-1 Visa (常驻记者签证)
Resident journalist visa for foreign correspondents posted to China by foreign news organizations for one year or more, requiring a residence permit within 30 days of entry.
ChinaJ2 — Journalist Visa - Short-term (J2 Visa)
Short-term journalist visa for foreign journalists on temporary reporting assignments, for stays up to 180 days. Requires MFA approval before application.
ChinaK Visa (科技人才签证)
Young STEM talent visa introduced October 2025 for science and technology professionals with at least a bachelor's degree, allowing research, education, and entrepreneurship without requiring a Chinese employer sponsor.
ChinaL Visa (旅游签证)
Tourist visa for foreigners entering China for sightseeing and tourism, available as single, double, or multiple-entry with stays of 30-90 days.
ChinaM Visa (商贸签证)
Business visa for foreigners visiting China for commercial and trade activities, typically valid for 30-60 days per stay with up to 10-year validity for some nationalities.
ChinaQ1 Visa (长期团聚签证)
Long-term family reunion visa for spouses, parents, children, and in-laws of Chinese citizens or permanent residents intending to stay more than 180 days, requiring a residence permit within 30 days.
ChinaQ2 Visa (短期探亲签证)
Short-term family visit visa for relatives of Chinese citizens or permanent residents intending to stay 180 days or less per visit.
ChinaR Visa (人才签证)
High-level talent visa for foreign professionals with urgently needed skills classified as Tier A, offering multiple-entry validity of 5-10 years with up to 180-day stays per entry.
ChinaS1 Visa (长期私人事务签证)
Long-term dependent visa for spouses, parents, and minor children of foreigners working or studying in China, for stays exceeding 180 days, requiring a residence permit within 30 days.
ChinaS2 Visa (短期私人事务签证)
Short-term visa for family members visiting foreigners working or studying in China, or for private matters such as medical treatment, divorce, or inheritance, for stays of 180 days or less.
ChinaX1 Visa (长期学习签证)
Long-term student visa for foreigners enrolled in Chinese educational institutions for study periods exceeding 180 days, requiring a residence permit within 30 days of entry.
ChinaX2 Visa (短期学习签证)
Short-term student visa for foreigners studying in China for 180 days or less, with duration granted based on the admission letter.
ChinaZ Visa (工作签证)
Employment visa for foreigners who have obtained a work permit from a China-based employer, requiring a residence permit within 30 days of entry; covers Class A, B, and C work permit tiers.