China Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens

China Tourist Visa Requirements:

US Passport Holders:

• Submit your signed passport having two (2) completely blank visa pages and 6 months validity beyond the travel dates. If you need help securing, renewing, or updating your passport, please contact GenVisa at 800-845-8968 for requirements and fees.
• One (1) recent professional passport-type photograph. See special photo requirements for Chinese visa photos.
• Application Form, completed, printed and signed.
• Clear copy of Driver’s License or government ID in each traveler’s name as proof of residence AND recent utility bill.
• A copy of your flight & hotel/cruise itinerary.
• Visa Application Statement, original signature is required in Blue or Black Ink.

China Business Visa Requirements

US Passport Holders:

Type M Visa

• US Passport Holders:
  • Submit your signed passport having two (2) completely blank visa pages and 6 months validity beyond the travel dates. If you need help securing, renewing, or updating your passport, please contact GenVisa at 800-845-8968 for requirements and fees.
  • One (1) recent professional passport-type photograph. See special photo requirements for Chinese visa photos.
  • Application Form, completed, printed and signed.
  • Clear copy of Driver’s License or government ID in each traveler’s name as proof of residence AND recent utility bill.
  • A copy of your flight & hotel itinerary.
  • Visa Application Statement, original signature is required in Blue or Black Ink.
• A invitation letter from the organization to be visited in China, including all of the following:

• • • Applicant’s name
    • Passport number
    • Gender and birth date
    • Purpose and dates of visit
    • Places to be visited
    • Full contact information of inviter

The invitation letter MUST have the official red seal & handwritten signature of the inviter.

• A typed business letter of responsibility on your company letterhead and addressed to: Embassy of China, Visa Section, Washington D.C.

The letter must explain all of the following:

• Applicant’s name
• Passport number
• Gender and birth date
• Purpose and dates of visit
• Business reference to be visited in China
• Guarantee financial support for the applicant while in China