Tourist (L) Visa

For tourism, sightseeing, visits with friends or other private purposes.

Business (F) Visa

Issued to foreigners who are invited for a business visit, investigation or lecture.

Student (X) Visa

For study and advanced study or intern practice.

Employment (Z) Visa

For a post of employment with your accompanying family members.

Crew (C) Visa

For crew members to perform duties on-board international trains, airliners & vessels.

Transit (G) Visa

For aliens who transits through China or if your stopover requires you to leave the airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to apply for my Chinese visa?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
For how long is a China visa valid?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
How long can I stay in China with my China visa?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
Do I need a China visa to Hong Kong?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
I will travel between Hong Kong and the mainland multiple times. Do I need a multiple-entry visa?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
I'm not a US citizen. Can you still process my China visa application?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.
My passport expires in 9 months. Can I still get a 12-month multiple-entry China visa?
The best time to apply for your Chinese visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we can process your visa in 1 business day. For example, if you overnight your application to us on Monday, you can have it back in your hand on Wednesday with our same-day rush service.

Passport Folder is a registered agent/service provider with the Chinese consulate in San Francisco. With updated information, full support, & effective results you get the complete assistance required for all your travel visa forms and the current visa fees. Our office team will proof all of your visa application for completeness before it is sent to the Consular office for submission. Our customers are a validation of our quality support and customer relations nationwide.

For visa requirements, and fee, you can also visit Chinese consulate website: http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/lszj/zgqz/