Crew, Resident and Journalist Visa
Crew Visa (C)
Resident Visa (D)
Journalist Visa (J-1, J-2)
The J-1 is only for 30 days from the date of arrival during which time you and your local organisation must seek a Temporary Residence Permit for the duration of your contract, to a maximum of 5 years.
Basic Requirements
1. A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months and at least a blank page
2. One accurately and truthfully completed application form.
Additional Requirements for C, D, J Visas
Note:
a. Crew members from following 11 airline companies may apply for multiple entry C valid for two years: United Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, UPS, Federal Express, Polar Air Cargo, Evergreen Air Cargo, Kalitta Air Inc., Southern Air Inc. and World Airways Inc.
b. Non-regular scheduled flight, chartered flight, private plane must get the Aviation Permit before departure.
2. For Resident D, applicants should provide original and copy of the Confirmation form for foreigner's Permanent Residence Status issued by the Ministry of Public Security of the PRC.
Note: D holders are required to apply for the foreigners' residence permit within 30 days after entry at the exit/entry administration of public security organs under local governments at or above the county level in the proposed place of residence.
3. For J1 or J2, the applicant should go through formalities in accordance with relevant China's regulations or provisions, and submit the corresponding application documents. For foreign journalists coming for profession-related purposes such as news coverage, interview or reporting, the Visa Notification Letter issued by the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of PRC, and official letter signed by the head of the foreign media organization (with details as follows: name list, arrival and departure time, places of interview, content to cover, introduction of the news agency, and name/address/contact number of the news agency) are required. For applications at Chinese embassies or consulates, please contact the Press Section in advance.
Note: J1 holders shall apply for a residence permit within 30 days after entry.
How to Apply
Processing Time
Visa Fees
Entry & Validity | American Citizens | Citizens of Other Countries |
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Single Entry for 3 Months | USD 185 | USD 30 |
Double Entry for 6 Months | USD 185 | USD 45 |
Multiple Entries for 6 Months | USD 185 | USD 60 |
Multiple Entries for 1 Year or 2 Year | USD 185 | USD 90 |
Further Reading:
8 Tips for Filling Out Chinese Visa Application Form
- Last updated on Oct. 11, 2024 by Catherine He -
Questions & Answers on Chinese Crew, Resident and Journalist Visa
Asked by Brent Gateman from CANADA | Oct. 11, 2024 08:12Reply
For Crew C, a letter of guarantee issued by the foreign transport company, or the invitation letter
Can you provide a sample letter for this requirement? We are a medevac airline needing to pick up a patient in
china. Who provides this letter? Are we the foreign transport company?
china. Who provides this letter? Are we the foreign transport company?
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Answered by Emily | Oct. 11, 2024 23:17
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You, the transport company, can provide a guarantee letter or an invitation letter from China (maybe the one who book the pick-up service). I didn't find a guarantee letter sample but it should include the basic information line the entry and exit date, passport numbers, purpose of travel, information about the patient ...
Asked by mo sharif from CHINA | Feb. 20, 2020 21:11Reply
permanent residence or long term visa?
I am married to a Chinese lady, we both have British nationality. I am working as university lecturer now, we have been in china for the past 6 years continuously.
We wish to stay in china because of her family (parents and brother).
We require long term visa/residence
What are our options?
We wish to stay in china because of her family (parents and brother).
We require long term visa/residence
What are our options?
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Answered by Amanda from CANADA | Feb. 21, 2020 19:21
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Well, if you are not over 60, I think you can only apply for a long-term Q visa.
Asked by A Holt from UNITED KINGDOM | Jan. 06, 2020 12:15Reply
Visa type needed?
I am hoping to stay in Hong Kong (Lamma Island) with my daughter and her family as my son in law has been offered a teaching post in Hong Kong; we are all British citizens. The plan is for me to reside (not work) with them for 12 months (they will be staying for at least 2 years). What type of visa will I need to apply for? Will I need to provide bank statements etc too?
A Holt
A Holt
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Answered by Kerry from USA | Jan. 06, 2020 18:19
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If you are elder than 60, you may apply for a dependant visa. Bank statement of your daughter or your son in law will be required.
If you are below 60, I advise you not to apply for the visa. The thing is you need to exit before the 180-day visa-free stay duration ends and then re-enter.
If you are below 60, I advise you not to apply for the visa. The thing is you need to exit before the 180-day visa-free stay duration ends and then re-enter.
Asked by Matthew Huynh from USA | Nov. 21, 2019 16:22Reply
Long Term Resident Visa (D Visa)
I'm an American citizen in the United States of America applying a D Visa with double entry and valid for 6 months. What's the following required documents through the Chinese embassy or Chinese consulate general abroad to apply D Visa with double entry and valid for 6 months?
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Answered by Danniel from USA | Nov. 21, 2019 19:13
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1. Passport
Original signed passport with at least six months of remaining validity and blank visa pages, and a copy of the passport's data page and the photo page if it is separate.
2.Visa Application Form (Form V.2013) and Photo
One completed Visa Application Form with a photo on glossy photo paper glued onto the form (your photo must meet the requirements).
3. The original and photocopy of the Confirmation Form for Foreigners Permanent Residence Status issued by the Ministry of Public Security of China.
Original signed passport with at least six months of remaining validity and blank visa pages, and a copy of the passport's data page and the photo page if it is separate.
2.Visa Application Form (Form V.2013) and Photo
One completed Visa Application Form with a photo on glossy photo paper glued onto the form (your photo must meet the requirements).
3. The original and photocopy of the Confirmation Form for Foreigners Permanent Residence Status issued by the Ministry of Public Security of China.
Answered by Matthew Huynh from USA | Nov. 21, 2019 19:40
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Thank you for the following required documents of D Visa. I just want to save money when I go. However, I don’t want to become Chinese citizen because of dual citizenship is not recognized and even exit ban for years or for life. I can only stay for 5 months as double entry.
Asked by Anne from SINGAPORE | Oct. 23, 2019 18:44Reply
Visa Notification Letter how and where to obtain
I am a Singapore citizen in Singapore applying for a J2 Visa
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Answered by Belle from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 24, 2019 20:05
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This official letter should be issued by the media organization for which you will work.
You should contact the press section of the Chinese Embassy/Consulate General or the relevant press authorities in China in advance and complete relevant approval formalities before applying for J2 visa.
You should contact the press section of the Chinese Embassy/Consulate General or the relevant press authorities in China in advance and complete relevant approval formalities before applying for J2 visa.