Chinese Visa In Expired Passport
The General Department of Consular Affairs of China has a regulation policy on the Visa Issuance in expired passport held by the applicants in accordance with the passport they hold now. The applicants are required to submit a proof of a valid passport and visa copy with the expatriation certificate attached and apply for Chinese visa normally at Chinese Embassy/Consulate-General in the country where they currently reside.
When I went to China for the first time seven years ago, I had no clue about what my visa requirements were. I am a US Citizen and had applied for a Schengen Visa (multiple entry, 3 months), assuming that that was all that I needed. The truth is, you still need a visa when you have a valid Schengen Visa in your passport. So, after my three months were up, I was in China illegally, until I was able to get an extension on my visa. The good news is that it’s easy to get (just go back to where you received your initial Chinese visa). They had me fill out some papers and within two business days I had the paperwork processed and got out into the city
Chinese Visa In Expired Passport
If you are caught in a Chinese airport or on Chinese soil with an expired passport, you might be wondering how to get a new Chinese visa. You may not have taken the proper steps to make sure your passport remains valid and up to date. For most expats who travel frequently from one country to another, this is virtually impossible, especially if you have business requirements for being constantly on the go. Before entering China for the first time, be sure that your passport has at least 6 months of validity remaining and the necessary visas for entry into China.
VISA DOCUMENT’S GUIDEDANCE – WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
1. Basic Documents
(1) Passport
Original passport with at least six months of remaining validity and with at least two blank visa pages and a photocopy of the passport’s data page.
(2) Visa Application Form and Electronic Photo
Please complete the Visa Application Form in the online “application form model” and upload your electronic photo (click to check the rules for photos), then print the Visa Application Form and sign by following the tips.
(3) 1 st Physical photo size 33x48mm in color w. white background adhering to photo requirements as shown in above link.
(3) Proof of legal stay or residence status (only applicable for non-local applicants)
If you are not applying for the visa in your country of citizenship, you must provide the original and photocopy of your valid certificates of residence (population record extract from Swedish Tax Agency) or visa of stay, employment or student status, residence permit and/or other valid certificates of legal staying provided by the relevant authorities of the country where you are applying
(4)* Photocopy of previous Chinese passports or previous Chinese visas. (*This section is only applicable for those who previously were Chinese citizens and have now obtained foreign citizenship)
If you are applying for a Chinese visa for the first time, you should provide your former Chinese passport in original and a photocopy of its data page. (If you can’t provide the previous passport, please provide a written statement for the Embassy’s further review.)
If you have obtained Chinese visas before you should also present a photocopy of a previous Chinese visa held each time applying for a new one
If your name on the current passport differs from that on the previous one, you must provide an official document of name change).
(5) For applicants under 18 years old with one or both parents being or having previously been Chinese citizens. When applying for Chinese visa the first time need to provide a) passport copy of both parents; b) stamped and signed Certificate of Kinship “Familjebevis” in original from Swedish Tax Agency; c) a photocopy of the permanent residence permit of the parent(s) being or having previously been Chinese citizen.
2. Supporting Documents
Tourist Visa (L)
Documents showing the itinerary including air ticket booking record (round trip), proof of hotel reservation and a travel plan on a separate paper. / Or
An Invitation Letter for Tourist issued by a relevant unit or individual in China, etc. An issuer of invitation letter who is an individual in China should also provide a photocopy of his/her Chinese ID. If the issuer is a foreign national living in China, he/she should provide a copy of his/her valid residence permit and passport data page
The invitation letter should contain:
a) Applicant information (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, passport number);
b) Information regarding the planned visit (incl. purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to visit, relationship between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, and financial source for expenditures during the stay in China);
c) Information on the inviting entity or individual (incl. name, contact telephone number, address, stamp, and signature of the legal representative or individual).
(Flight booking record should always be presented together with individual invitation letter.)
Exchange Visa/Official Visit (F)
An official invitation letter issued by a relevant unit or individual in China. The invitation letter should contain:
(1) Information of the applicant (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, etc.);
(2) Information regarding the planned visit (incl. purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relationship between the applicant and the inviting party, and details of any financial support to be provided during the stay in China);
(3) Information of the inviting party (incl.name, contact telephone number, title, address, stamp, signature of the legal representative or individual).
Other supporting Documents (if applicable): Letter of Duly Authorized Unit or Confirmation Letter of Invitation issued by relevant Chinese entities.
Business Visa (M)
(1) Documents concerning commercial activity issued by a trade partner in China, or trade fair invitation, etc.
The invitation letter should contain:
a)Information of the applicant (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, etc.);
b) Details of the planned visit (incl. purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relationship between the applicant and the inviting party, details of any financial support to be provided during the stay in China
c) Information of the inviting party (incl.name, position, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or individual).
Other supporting Documents (if applicable): Letter of Duly Authorized Unit or Confirmation Letter of Invitation issued by relevant Chinese entities.
(2) Applicants who have obtained M- visas more than twice over the previous two years or have a certificate of investments in China, a business license or other documents, may apply for a multiple-entry M-visa valid for half a year or one year, but the applicants must provide photocopies of the aforementioned visas or relevant documents.
Family Reunion (Q1)
For family reunion, the following documents are required:
(1) an invitation letter provided by a Chinese citizen or a foreign citizen with a Chinese permanent residence permit. The invitation letter should contain:
a) Information of the applicant (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, passport number, etc.);
b) Information regarding the visit (incl. purpose of visit, intended arrival date, intended place(s) to stay, intended duration of stay, relationship between the applicant and the inviting party, details of any financial support to be provided during the stay in China);
c) Information of the inviting party (incl. name, contact telephone number, address, signature of individual).
(2) Photocopy of Chinese ID or foreign passport and permanent residence permit provided by the inviting party.
(3) Original and photocopy of certification showing the relationship of family members between the applicants and the inviting parties (marriage certificate, birth certificate, family certificate/”familjebevis” or notarized certification of kinship). If you choose to submit the family certificate from Skatteverket (familjebevis), an original one with signature and stamp is required.
“Family members” refers to spouses, parents, sons, daughters, spouses of sons or daughters, brothers, sisters, grandparents, grandsons, granddaughters and parents-in-law.
For foster care, the following documents are required:
(1) Original and photocopy of the natural parents’ or guardians’ passports, as well as the notarized and authenticated certification showing the relationship between parents or guardians and children.
(2) Foster entrusted notarization issued by Chinese Embassies/Consulates General in foreign countries or Foster Care Power of Attorney notarized and authenticated in the country of residence or in China;
(3) A letter agreeing to foster care issued by the trustee living in China who has agreed to provide foster care services and photocopy of the ID of the trustee.
(4) A photocopy of the certificate indicating the parent(s) resided abroad when the child was born, providing that either or both parents of the child are Chinese citizens.
We kindly remind you that:
Holders of a Q1-Visa must apply for a residence permit from the immigration department of the local public security authority in the place intended to stay within 30 days of entry to China.
Family Visit (Q2)
(1) An invitation letter provided by a Chinese citizen or a foreign citizen with a Chinese permanent residence permit. The invitation letter should contain:
a) Information of the applicant (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, passport number, etc.);
b) Information regarding the visit (incl. purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relationship between the applicant and the inviting party, and details of any financial support to be provided during the stay in China);
c) Information of the inviting party (incl.name, contact number, address, signature of individual).
(2) Photocopy of Chinese ID or foreign passport and permanent residence permit provided by the inviting parties.
Family Reunion (S1)
Applicants who are going to visit their relatives residing in China and intend to stay for more than 180 days need to provide:
(1) A photocopy of the inviting party’s passport and residence permit.
(2) An invitation letter that contains:
a) Information of the applicant (incl. full name, gender, date of birth, etc.);
b) Information regarding the visit (incl. purpose of visit, intended arrival date, intended place(s) to stay, intended duration of stay, relationship between the applicant and the inviting party, and details of any financial support to be provided during the stay in China);
c) Information of the inviting party (incl. name, contact telephone number, address, signature of individual).
(3) Original and photocopy of certification (marriage certificate, birth certificate, family certificate/familjebevis or notarized certification of kinship) showing the relationship of family members between the applicants and the inviting parties. If you choose to submit the family certificate from Skatteverket (familjebevis), an original one with signature and stamp is required.
“Relatives” refers to spouses, parents, sons or daughters under the age of 18, parents in law.
Accompanying family members applying together with applicants of Z-Visa or X1-Visa need to provide:
(1) A photocopy of the application documents of Z-Visa or X1-Visa.
(2) Original and photocopy of certification (marriage certificate, birth certificate, family certificate/familjebevis or notarized certification of kinship) showing the relationship of family members between the applicants and the inviting parties. If you choose to submit the family certificate from Skatteverket (familjebevis), an original one with signature and stamp is required.
“Relatives” refers to spouses, parents, sons or daughters under the age of 18, parents in law.
We kindly remind you that: