CHINA VISA FOR FOREIGNERS IN VIETNAM

CHINA VISA TYPE & SYMBOL

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ISSUE A CHINA VISA AND ENTRY PURPOSE

CHINA VISA TERMS

Tourist Visa (L)

This visa issues to toreigners who intend to go to China as a tourist, intends to go to China for touring and sightseeing. The duration of stay (each visit) normally is 30-60 days. The requirements for tourist entry purpose: Itinerary for the whole trip; Reservation of return flight tickets and Reservation of accommodation

3 month Single-entry, double-entry

Business Visa (M)

China Bussines visa is issued to those who intend to go to China for doing business, commercial and trade activities. Normally valid for 30-60 days based on decision Chinese Consulate/ embassy. The business visa request a Invitation letter from Chinese business partner – must be on letterhead paper and duly signed and stamped

3 month Single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry

Non-Commerce/ business Visa (F)

Issued to those who intend to go to China for research, lecture, scientific, cultural exchange and study tour. The duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-90 days. The Invitation letter from Chinese inviting institution (universities, research centers etc.) – must be on letter head paper and duly signed and stamped

3 month Single and double entry

Work Visa (Z)

Issued to those who have obtained employment to work in China; For commercial performance; Chief representative or representative of a foreign company; Offshore oil operations; Volunteering (more than 90 days); Foreigner working in China with a Work Permit issued by the Chinese government

Single entry

Family Visa (Q1)

Long term

Issued to those who are family members of Chinese citizens or of foreigners with Chinese permanent residence and intend to go to China for family reunion, or to those who intend to go to China for the purpose of foster care

Single entry

Family Visa (Q2)

Short term

Issued to those who intend to visit their family members who are foreigners working or studying in China, or for other private matters such as visiting friends, divorce, inheritance, adoption, marriage or medical services with the duration of stay (each visit) is normally 30-90 days

Multiple-entry

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHINA TOURIST VISA

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHINA BUSINESS VISA

1. Foriegners working in Vietnam:

• Notarized true copies of Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC) or Vietnam business, working or tourist visa;
• Notarized true copies of Work Permit or Work Permit exemption certificate

2. Proof of work in Vietnam:

• For business owners/ shareholders: Notarized true copies of Business Registration Certification
• For employees: Notarized true copy of Labour Contract and original leave application form

3. Proof of entry purpose:

• A copy of hotel booking;
• A copy of return air-ticket
• Itinerary for the whole trip

1. Proof of Business entry purpose:

• A letter of invitation and scanned copy of business registration certificate from a company in China;
• For business owners/ shareholders: Notarized true copies of Business Registration Certification and original Letter of business decision;
• For employees: Notarized true copies of Labour Contract, original Letter of business decision.

2. Proof of working/ investment in Vietnam:

• Notarized true copies of Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC) or Vietnam business, working visa;
• Notarized true copies of Vietnam Work Permit or Work Permit exemption certificate

THE REQUIREMENTS APPLIED FOR ALL APPLICANTS

1. The validity of passport must be more than 6 months;
2. The visa application form must be signed by the applicant in person
3. 2 passport photos in 4x6 cm size white background, must be taken within the last 3 months;

THE REQUIREMENTS APPLIED FOR FOREIGNER SPOUSE

In case of applicants are foreigner spouse (wife/ husband and childrend) under 18 years old, they are required to accompany with their parents and provided the following documents:

Proof of family relationship:

• Requirements for Children: the consular legalization of birth certificate or family record book.
• Requirements for Spouse: the consular legalization of marriage certificate or family record book.

HOW LONG TO GET CHINA TOURIST/ BUSINESS VISA IN VIETNAM

• It takes normal from 5 to 7 working days.
• Business and tourist Visa’s valid term are 3 months single entry, stay up for 30 days.

CHINA VISA VALIDITY

The China visa validity period is usually determined based on the regulations of the issuing country and the nationality of the visa applicant. The bilateral relationship between a country and China may influence visa duration. However, typically, visa durations can include:

1. Short-Stay Visa:
   • The duration is often 30 days, 60 days, or 90 days within a specific period (e.g., 180 days). For nationals with good relations, there may be flexibility, and the duration can be extended.
2. Long-Stay Visa:
   • The duration can extend from a few months to a year or longer, depending on the purpose of stay such as studying, working, business, or family-related reasons.

Countries with positive relations with China may establish specific policies to facilitate favorable conditions for visa applicants from both sides. However, this can vary, and specific details depend on the regulations of each specific country. Visa applicants should check detailed information from the Embassy or visa authority of the country they are applying to for specific duration guidelines.Top of Form

NATIONALITY

NUMBER OF ENTRIES

CHINA EMBASSY/ CONSULATE FEE

VISA APPLICATION CENTER FEE

Vietnamese

3 months - single

45 USD

690,000 VND

6 months - double

68 USD

690,000 VND

6 months - multiple 

90 USD

690,000 VND

1 year - multiple 

135 USD

690,000 VND

American

Single, double, multiple 

139 USD

690,000 VND

Canada

Single, double, multiple 

60 USD

690,000 VND

Brazil

Single, double, multiple 

105 USD

690,000 VND

Argentina

Single, double, multiple 

113 USD

690,000 VND

Other nationalities

3 months - single

23 USD

690,000 VND

6 months - double

34 USD

690,000 VND

6 months - multiple 

45 USD

690,000 VND

1 year - multiple 

68 USD

690,000 VND