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All visitors
must have a valid passport and visa for
China. Visas can be arranged at any major
point of entry, but are most easily obtained
(in one working day) at travel agencies in
Hong Kong. Applicants must supply two
passport-size photos, their passport (valid
for at least another six months) and the
fee, which varies according to processing
time (1-3 days). Extensions can be arranged
within China from local Public Security
Bureau (PSB) stations. Heavy fines are
levied for tourists with expired visas.
Tourist (L) visa
A letter of confirmation of the
tour arrangement made by a travel agency in
China or letter of reservation of hotel in
China is required. Not offten.
Business (F)
visa
An official invitation letter
with a seal and code from a Chinese Ministry
or a provincial government or government-authorised
Chinese companies (institutions) is
required.
Resident (Z)
visa
An employment licence or a work
permit or an official visa notice from
authorised Chinese organisations is
required. Z visas are multiple-entry.
Applicants must undergo a medical test or
provide written proof that they underwent a
medical before entering China.
Student (X/F) visa
Form JW202 or JW 201 issued by the
State Education Commission of China and
notice of admission from the receiving
university are required. X visas are issued
to students staying in China for more than
six months, while F visas are given to those
staying for less than six months. Both visas
are multiple-entry. Applicants must undergo
a medical test or provide written proof that
they underwent a medical before entering
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China in Brief
