hi Im presently in china and my nationality is filipino. I would like to know if chinese embassy in hongkong still open for processing work visa and what nationality and requirments do they usually process.I've been calling the chinese embassy in hongkong for 2 days but its always busy. I would appreciate your immediate reply.Thank you
Oct. 30,2009 01:16 Mr.Edison replied:
I think you have to go back to philippines to apply for the China work visa, since more than one filipinos have posted on this forum that the Visa office of China in Hk Stopped issing visas to filipinos now.
12.
Oct. 27,2009 07:49
Reply
Mr.gabby(south korea) said:
hi
can i apply or change my visa from tourist to working visa without having to leave china.
thanks and ur view would be highly appreciated.
Oct. 27,2009 21:06 Mr.Ariel replied:
I don'yt think you can, for I know that China work visa should be applied out of China.
13.
Oct. 19,2009 03:37
Reply
Ms.Clairy said:
I am a returning foreign student. Finished my master degree in China and now back here n a L visa. I saw over on some website that it is possible to switch L to Z in beijing, under some conditions for returning foreign students. How do you think about it? is this information reliable?
Oct. 19,2009 20:07 Mr.Hilary replied:
You may get some help from the public security bureau of Beijing.
Hi! I am from the Philippines. I visited some countries like Australia, US and Hongkong as Tourist. Can i apply for a work visa with multiple entry visa?
I want some help ASAP Pls!
Oct. 19,2009 20:12 Mr.Dale replied:
As far as I know, the China work visa is only single entry.
Hi, Just want to know how many months is the validity of Z visa and whre can i renew the visa if it expires?
Oct. 17,2009 00:42 Ms.fiona replied:
The Z visa is only 3 months valid, but you can apply a residemnce permit from the local Public Security Bureau within 30 days after your arrival in China with the Z visa.
Thank you very much for the information this is really a big help.I have one more question.If i can get the residence permit.How long is the validity?And is it renewable? Hope to hear from you soon.
My Best regards. Azzlly {Phillippines}
Oct. 19,2009 20:11 Mr.Francis replied:
The PUblic Security Bureau may grant you the validity of the residence permit according to your employment contract. The residence can be renewed if remain with the same organisation.
16.
Oct. 18,2009 11:17
Reply
Mr.Jeff(China) said:
I have been in China for the past 18 months, I am married to a Chinese woman...I want to work now...China told me I would have to return to the USA for a working visa?????? since I am living here now in China could I have a visa company in the USA get it for me with out me having to travel back there?
Oct. 19,2009 01:22 Mr.Edward replied:
yes, you can have a visa company in the USA to apply for a work visa on your behalf in the embassy or consulate, you should send all required documents for work visa to the visa company, the visa application form should be filled and signed by yourdelf.
17.
Oct. 15,2009 02:55
Reply
Mr.TOm(Ind) said:
Hi I came here for Z-Visa to work in a big organization, I have another one year resident permit till aug 2010. My contract to present company completed. It is possible to stay in china with resident permit and apply for another Z-visa again in china. Regards Tom
Oct. 15,2009 04:38 Mrs.Emma replied:
I'm afraid you will have to apply for the China visa out of China.
18.
Oct. 10,2009 04:53
Reply
Mr.Yro(Philippines) said:
do i really need a seal authentication from china embassy philippines so that my school can process my sons visa? and with a 20,000 rmb bank account deposit? i need advise.. thanks ahead...
Oct. 10,2009 20:11 Mr.Abel replied:
I think you don't need the seal authentication from China embassy in philippines, you just have to present your son's birth certificate and your valid visa in China. As for the bank statement, the China embassy haven't required it for the visa application, but if your school requires, you will have to provide it.
Hi, I’ve been in china for six years, was with the same employer (a university) and had to quickly find a new employer due to the five year working rule being sprung on me in the summer. I somewhat hastily agreed to go into a so called partnership with a Chinese businesswoman who wanted to set up her own small school. She used her guanxi to get me a visa through a hotel, where I am the pseudo-hr training director. My problem is this - I have no contract, not with the businesswoman nor the hotel, and things have gone somewhat sour with the businesswoman. My wife is Chinese, so I'm wondering: (1) if I can go onto a marriage visa, and earn a living as a teacher? (2) How easy/possible it is to get another job/z visa without the letter of recommendation from this businesswoman. (3) What happens if the hotel cancels my visa? Much appreciated, Aly.
Oct. 8,2009 22:56 Mr.John Nash(USA) replied:
1)You can apply for a visa for family visit because your wife is Chinese 2) You can find another job with the letter of recommendation from your former university or without recommendation. The recommendation is not important in China. Your degree is important. 3) The hotel can't cancel your visa, but he can go to the local public security bureau to ask the police to cancel your visa. If this bad thing happens, you will be expelled from China, therefore, you'd better apply for a L visa for family visit before bad thing takes place.
thanks for your reply Mr john nash! i no longer have the letter of recommendation as i used it to get the job i am presently in.
someone told me last night that in chengdu, where i am, you cant get the working permit without this letter of recommendation. but as i guess we all know things can change!
your point on number 3 really scares me...are you saying i wouldn't be allowed back into the country at all? or just made to have my visa revoked thus forcing me to leave, but then being able to come back if i were to find a new position or on a marriage L visa?
aslo, what if im in the process of changing onto a marriage L visa and the hotel go to the police to cancel my visa. what happens in that circumstance?
thanks for your thoughts and opinions! :)
Oct. 9,2009 21:11 Mr.Paul replied:
it seems so complicated, but you can apply for a Family visit visa, since your wife are Chinese. Meanwhile, the visa applied through the hotel will expire automatically when you get the new family visit visa.
20.
Oct. 9,2009 03:18
Reply
Ms.Samira(Tajikistan) said:
Hi all... I am in China on Z visa(1 year). I would like to invite my fiance for a visit to china. As I was informed i can invite members of my family but since we are not married yet, will I be able to invite him as my fiance? I'd really appreciate ur help...
Oct. 9,2009 03:31 Mrs. Alexandra replied:
yes, you can invite your fiance to China although you are not married.
21.
Oct. 8,2009 22:03
Reply
Mr.mayank(India ) said:
Hi, I am in china on F visa , my company has got registration as representative office in chengdu , i came in with one month f visa which i extant with 3 month ext.. Now my company wants a work permit/emp. visa for me.Is it possible to do so in china , if not can i again extant my business visa from here and if so for how long? Some body told that in chengdu only chief representative officer whose name is on company registration can get the work permit on representative office.is it true
Can any body suggest.
Oct. 9,2009 01:28 Mr.Christian replied:
I think you can apply for a work visa in China, try to ask the Public Security Bureau (PSM) Exit and Entry Administration office of Chengdu for help.
22.
Oct. 4,2009 10:01
Reply
Mr.Thompson said:
Hi all, Could you pls recommend a recognized,realiable visa agent to me?
Thanks !
Oct. 6,2009 02:01 Mr.Helper replied:
Where are you live in? Where do you want to apply for visa?
23.
Sep. 29,2009 04:23
Reply
Mr.Henk said:
Hello,
My gf just got a 60days L visa to china, but we planing to convert it to Z visa when she comes here, i talked to a company that would hire her but they said she would have to go back to her country to apply for the Z, but meanwhile. i contacted a visa service company in beijing and they assured me that the L can be changed to Z without her leaving china. Do you think its possible to do this ? and is there anything i should be worried about ?
thanks
Sep. 29,2009 19:43 Mr.Jacob replied:
I think you can apply for the Z visa in China, Please read the info. on the website below: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/extension.htm
Sep. 30,2009 00:00 Mr.Henk replied:
is it advisable to give the documents to visa agents for the conversion ? if yes, any recommendations ?
thanks for your reply :)
Sep. 30,2009 01:16 Mr.James replied:
you don't need to convert the documents, just take original ones to apply for the visa.
24.
Sep. 25,2009 02:24
Reply
Ms.Vanderbyl(South African) said:
I am in China on a visitor's visa and have been offered work teaching english. Can I apply for the work visa while I am here in China or do I have to fly back to South Africa to make the visa application???
My email is leischan@yahoo.com
Sep. 25,2009 04:36 Mr.David replied:
I'm afraid you have to go back to South Africa to apply for the China work visa.
25.
Sep. 22,2009 08:59
Reply
Ms.ponti(philippines) said:
is it true that a person below 18 yrs old can get a z visa as a dependant for 6mons? and since im 22 i can only get 1 month to 3mons?
Sep. 22,2009 21:35 Mr.William replied:
Where have you got the info.? The fact is everyone can apply for a dependant visa if he/she can provide the requirements.
Sep. 23,2009 00:29 Ms.ponti(philippines) replied:
a chinese friend told me...
26.
Sep. 20,2009 21:55
Reply
Mr.Jojo(alagat) said:
I was already have a medical certificate here in China,My visa was not only be process due to ther mid-authum day and national day> I need to go home in the Philippines to apply my Working Visa in China embassy. My medical wa onlylast month. Is it still valid on Philipiines where I will apply my Working Visa?
Sep. 21,2009 04:01 Mr.Christoper replied:
I think it is still valid in Philippines when you apply for your work visa if your medical certificate is signed and stamped by a hospital accepted by the embassy.
27.
Sep. 19,2009 00:46
Reply
Mr.Louie(Philippines) said:
hello! I am from Philippines and getting ready to apply for a Z visa in my country. I have all the necessary documents required (visa notification form, work permit,passport etc.) my only question is about the PHYSICAL EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE. should i undergo first the physical exam then after getting the result, it is the only time to submit everything and apply for the Z visa? Can i process this in 1 day (physical exam and visa application)? I need to get my visa ASAP due to urgency of work.
Sep. 19,2009 04:32 Mr.Victor replied:
the Physical Exam certificate is necesary when applyin gfo rthe Z visa if you will work in Chian for over 6 months. It can be done in one day.
28.
Sep. 18,2009 07:00
Reply
Mr.shah(Pakistan) said:
I set up my REP office for trading company in May 2009 in China.Then went back home country to get 000 Z visa.I came back in August.Got health check/ medical and after that work permit from Labour department.Registered with local police station for temporary residence.All this took a long time and 30 days passed and could not apply for Resident permit. So I cam back to my coutry.Now what should I do?gain get F visa and come back to China and get resident permit?What process I will have to go through and how long it will take?Any body going through this process or knowing details,please let me know.
Sep. 18,2009 20:06 Mr.Winston replied:
Why not contact the China embassy in Pakistan who may give you practical advice?
29.
Sep. 16,2009 10:58
Reply
Mr.Marc(China) said:
I have a current Z visa from the city of Guangzhou...but due to some serious problems with my employer i want to "do a midnight run" from them and head to another city. If i do this what could possibly happen to my visa? would i be able to get another one considering i wont have a release letter, but will have my FEC book.
Sep. 16,2009 21:07 Mr.Wesley replied:
If you shift to another city, the visa will be possibly unvalid. If you want to have another Z visa, you will have to find another job firstly.
30.
Sep. 15,2009 07:17
Reply
Ms.regina(china) said:
im currently in china because my dad lives and work here,i have a tourist visa which will expire next month.my dad wants me to stay longer.can i apply a z visa as a dependent of my dad?i dont have a job right now and going home every 3mons to renew my visa will be expensive so im just trying to figure out something to save me time and money
Sep. 15,2009 21:23 Mrs.Alexis replied:
Yes, you can apply for a Z visa as a dependant of your father.
Sep. 16,2009 05:33 Mr.regina(china) replied:
how can i apply for a z visa as a dependant to my dad? should i go back to my country or can i do it here without leaving china?what are the requirements? thanks!
Sep. 16,2009 21:03 Mr.William replied:
You can just apply for the Z visa from the Public Security Bureau (PSM) Exit and Entry Administration office for the municipality. The documents are: 1. Your passport with blank pages and at least 6 months validity left before expiration. 2. A truly and completely filled application form affixed with one passport-sized photo. 3. A Visa Notification Form issued by Chinese authorized unit. 4. For the accompanying family members, they need not to provide a Visa Notification Form or a Working Permit, instead they are required to provide Proof of Relative Relationship, e.g. Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate, etc. 5. If you will stay in China for more than 6 months shall provide a Physical Examination Certificate for Foreign Citizen. By the way, if you apply for a Zvisa dependant on your father, you will be not allowed to work in China.
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Travelers' Voices on China Work Visa (97)
11.
Oct. 29,2009 23:49 Reply
Ms.Lyn(philippines) said:
hi Im presently in china and my nationality is filipino. I would like to know if chinese embassy in hongkong still open for processing work visa and what nationality and requirments do they usually process.I've been calling the chinese embassy in hongkong for 2 days but its always busy.
I would appreciate your immediate reply.Thank you
Oct. 30,2009 01:16
Mr.Edison replied:
I think you have to go back to philippines to apply for the China work visa, since more than one filipinos have posted on this forum that the Visa office of China in Hk Stopped issing visas to filipinos now.
12.
Oct. 27,2009 07:49 Reply
Mr.gabby(south korea) said:
hi
can i apply or change my visa from tourist to working visa without having to leave china.
thanks and ur view would be highly appreciated.
Oct. 27,2009 21:06
Mr.Ariel replied:
I don'yt think you can, for I know that China work visa should be applied out of China.
13.
Oct. 19,2009 03:37 Reply
Ms.Clairy said:
I am a returning foreign student. Finished my master degree in China and now back here n a L visa.
I saw over on some website that it is possible to switch L to Z in beijing, under some conditions for returning foreign students. How do you think about it? is this information reliable?
Oct. 19,2009 20:07
Mr.Hilary replied:
You may get some help from the public security bureau of Beijing.
Oct. 19,2009 23:13
Ms.Azzlly(Phillippines) replied:
Hi Mr Francis,
Thank you so much...Take Care and God Bless
14.
Oct. 19,2009 11:00 Reply
Ms.Neon(Philippines) said:
Hi! I am from the Philippines. I visited some countries like Australia, US and Hongkong as Tourist. Can i apply for a work visa with multiple entry visa?
I want some help ASAP Pls!
Oct. 19,2009 20:12
Mr.Dale replied:
As far as I know, the China work visa is only single entry.
15.
Oct. 16,2009 22:19 Reply
Ms.AZZLLY(Philippines) said:
Hi,
Just want to know how many months is the validity of Z visa and whre can i renew the visa if it expires?
Oct. 17,2009 00:42
Ms.fiona replied:
The Z visa is only 3 months valid, but you can apply a residemnce permit from the local Public Security Bureau within 30 days after your arrival in China with the Z visa.
Oct. 19,2009 06:20
Ms.AZZLLY(Philippines) replied:
Hi...Ms Fiona
Thank you very much for the information this is really a big help.I have one more question.If i can get the residence permit.How long is the validity?And is it renewable? Hope to hear from you soon.
My Best regards.
Azzlly {Phillippines}
Oct. 19,2009 20:11
Mr.Francis replied:
The PUblic Security Bureau may grant you the validity of the residence permit according to your employment contract.
The residence can be renewed if remain with the same organisation.
16.
Oct. 18,2009 11:17 Reply
Mr.Jeff(China) said:
I have been in China for the past 18 months, I am married to a Chinese woman...I want to work now...China told me I would have to return to the USA for a working visa?????? since I am living here now in China could I have a visa company in the USA get it for me with out me having to travel back there?
Oct. 19,2009 01:22
Mr.Edward replied:
yes, you can have a visa company in the USA to apply for a work visa on your behalf in the embassy or consulate, you should send all required documents for work visa to the visa company, the visa application form should be filled and signed by yourdelf.
17.
Oct. 15,2009 02:55 Reply
Mr.TOm(Ind) said:
Hi I came here for Z-Visa to work in a big organization, I have another one year resident permit till aug 2010. My contract to present company completed. It is possible to stay in china with resident permit and apply for another Z-visa again in china.
Regards
Tom
Oct. 15,2009 04:38
Mrs.Emma replied:
I'm afraid you will have to apply for the China visa out of China.
18.
Oct. 10,2009 04:53 Reply
Mr.Yro(Philippines) said:
do i really need a seal authentication from china embassy philippines so that my school can process my sons visa? and with a 20,000 rmb bank account deposit?
i need advise..
thanks ahead...
Oct. 10,2009 20:11
Mr.Abel replied:
I think you don't need the seal authentication from China embassy in philippines, you just have to present your son's birth certificate and your valid visa in China.
As for the bank statement, the China embassy haven't required it for the visa application, but if your school requires, you will have to provide it.
19.
Oct. 6,2009 01:27 Reply
Mr.SMITHY(China) said:
Hi, I’ve been in china for six years, was with the same employer (a university) and had to quickly find a new employer due to the five year working rule being sprung on me in the summer. I somewhat hastily agreed to go into a so called partnership with a Chinese businesswoman who wanted to set up her own small school. She used her guanxi to get me a visa through a hotel, where I am the pseudo-hr training director. My problem is this - I have no contract, not with the businesswoman nor the hotel, and things have gone somewhat sour with the businesswoman. My wife is Chinese, so I'm wondering: (1) if I can go onto a marriage visa, and earn a living as a teacher? (2) How easy/possible it is to get another job/z visa without the letter of recommendation from this businesswoman. (3) What happens if the hotel cancels my visa?
Much appreciated,
Aly.
Oct. 8,2009 22:56
Mr.John Nash(USA) replied:
1)You can apply for a visa for family visit because your wife is Chinese
2) You can find another job with the letter of recommendation from your former university or without recommendation. The recommendation is not important in China. Your degree is important.
3) The hotel can't cancel your visa, but he can go to the local public security bureau to ask the police to cancel your visa. If this bad thing happens, you will be expelled from China, therefore, you'd better apply for a L visa for family visit before bad thing takes place.
Oct. 9,2009 08:29
Mr.SMITHY(China) replied:
thanks for your reply Mr john nash!
i no longer have the letter of recommendation as i used it to get the job i am presently in.
someone told me last night that in chengdu, where i am, you cant get the working permit without this letter of recommendation. but as i guess we all know things can change!
your point on number 3 really scares me...are you saying i wouldn't be allowed back into the country at all? or just made to have my visa revoked thus forcing me to leave, but then being able to come back if i were to find a new position or on a marriage L visa?
aslo, what if im in the process of changing onto a marriage L visa and the hotel go to the police to cancel my visa. what happens in that circumstance?
thanks for your thoughts and opinions! :)
Oct. 9,2009 21:11
Mr.Paul replied:
it seems so complicated, but you can apply for a Family visit visa, since your wife are Chinese. Meanwhile, the visa applied through the hotel will expire automatically when you get the new family visit visa.
20.
Oct. 9,2009 03:18 Reply
Ms.Samira(Tajikistan) said:
Hi all... I am in China on Z visa(1 year). I would like to invite my fiance for a visit to china. As I was informed i can invite members of my family but since we are not married yet, will I be able to invite him as my fiance? I'd really appreciate ur help...
Oct. 9,2009 03:31
Mrs. Alexandra replied:
yes, you can invite your fiance to China although you are not married.
21.
Oct. 8,2009 22:03 Reply
Mr.mayank(India ) said:
Hi, I am in china on F visa , my company has got registration as representative office in chengdu , i came in with one month f visa which i extant with 3 month ext.. Now my company wants a work permit/emp. visa for me.Is it possible to do so in china , if not can i again extant my business visa from here and if so for how long? Some body told that in chengdu only chief representative officer whose name is on company registration can get the work permit on representative office.is it true
Can any body suggest.
Oct. 9,2009 01:28
Mr.Christian replied:
I think you can apply for a work visa in China, try to ask the Public Security Bureau (PSM) Exit and Entry Administration office of Chengdu for help.
22.
Oct. 4,2009 10:01 Reply
Mr.Thompson said:
Hi all,
Could you pls recommend a recognized,realiable visa agent to me?
Thanks !
Oct. 6,2009 02:01
Mr.Helper replied:
Where are you live in? Where do you want to apply for visa?
23.
Sep. 29,2009 04:23 Reply
Mr.Henk said:
Hello,
My gf just got a 60days L visa to china, but we planing to convert it to Z visa when she comes here, i talked to a company that would hire her but they said she would have to go back to her country to apply for the Z, but meanwhile. i contacted a visa service company in beijing and they assured me that the L can be changed to Z without her leaving china. Do you think its possible to do this ? and is there anything i should be worried about ?
thanks
Sep. 29,2009 19:43
Mr.Jacob replied:
I think you can apply for the Z visa in China, Please read the info. on the website below:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/extension.htm
Sep. 30,2009 00:00
Mr.Henk replied:
is it advisable to give the documents to visa agents for the conversion ? if yes, any recommendations ?
thanks for your reply :)
Sep. 30,2009 01:16
Mr.James replied:
you don't need to convert the documents, just take original ones to apply for the visa.
24.
Sep. 25,2009 02:24 Reply
Ms.Vanderbyl(South African) said:
I am in China on a visitor's visa and have been offered work teaching english. Can I apply for the work visa while I am here in China or do I have to fly back to South Africa to make the visa application???
My email is leischan@yahoo.com
Sep. 25,2009 04:36
Mr.David replied:
I'm afraid you have to go back to South Africa to apply for the China work visa.
25.
Sep. 22,2009 08:59 Reply
Ms.ponti(philippines) said:
is it true that a person below 18 yrs old can get a z visa as a dependant for 6mons? and since im 22 i can only get 1 month to 3mons?
Sep. 22,2009 21:35
Mr.William replied:
Where have you got the info.? The fact is everyone can apply for a dependant visa if he/she can provide the requirements.
Sep. 23,2009 00:29
Ms.ponti(philippines) replied:
a chinese friend told me...
26.
Sep. 20,2009 21:55 Reply
Mr.Jojo(alagat) said:
I was already have a medical certificate here in China,My visa was not only be process
due to ther mid-authum day and national day> I need to go home in the Philippines to apply my Working Visa in China embassy. My medical wa onlylast month. Is it still valid on Philipiines where I will apply my Working Visa?
Sep. 21,2009 04:01
Mr.Christoper replied:
I think it is still valid in Philippines when you apply for your work visa if your medical certificate is signed and stamped by a hospital accepted by the embassy.
27.
Sep. 19,2009 00:46 Reply
Mr.Louie(Philippines) said:
hello! I am from Philippines and getting ready to apply for a Z visa in my country. I have all the necessary documents required (visa notification form, work permit,passport etc.) my only question is about the PHYSICAL EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE. should i undergo first the physical exam then after getting the result, it is the only time to submit everything and apply for the Z visa? Can i process this in 1 day (physical exam and visa application)? I need to get my visa ASAP due to urgency of work.
Sep. 19,2009 04:32
Mr.Victor replied:
the Physical Exam certificate is necesary when applyin gfo rthe Z visa if you will work in Chian for over 6 months.
It can be done in one day.
28.
Sep. 18,2009 07:00 Reply
Mr.shah(Pakistan) said:
I set up my REP office for trading company in May 2009 in China.Then went back home country to get 000 Z visa.I came back in August.Got health check/ medical and after that work permit from Labour department.Registered with local police station for temporary residence.All this took a long time and 30 days passed and could not apply for Resident permit.
So I cam back to my coutry.Now what should I do?gain get F visa and come back to China and get resident permit?What process I will have to go through and how long it will take?Any body going through this process or knowing details,please let me know.
Sep. 18,2009 20:06
Mr.Winston replied:
Why not contact the China embassy in Pakistan who may give you practical advice?
29.
Sep. 16,2009 10:58 Reply
Mr.Marc(China) said:
I have a current Z visa from the city of Guangzhou...but due to some serious problems with my employer i want to "do a midnight run" from them and head to another city. If i do this what could possibly happen to my visa? would i be able to get another one considering i wont have a release letter, but will have my FEC book.
Sep. 16,2009 21:07
Mr.Wesley replied:
If you shift to another city, the visa will be possibly unvalid. If you want to have another Z visa, you will have to find another job firstly.
30.
Sep. 15,2009 07:17 Reply
Ms.regina(china) said:
im currently in china because my dad lives and work here,i have a tourist visa which will expire next month.my dad wants me to stay longer.can i apply a z visa as a dependent of my dad?i dont have a job right now and going home every 3mons to renew my visa will be expensive so im just trying to figure out something to save me time and money
Sep. 15,2009 21:23
Mrs.Alexis replied:
Yes, you can apply for a Z visa as a dependant of your father.
Sep. 16,2009 05:33
Mr.regina(china) replied:
how can i apply for a z visa as a dependant to my dad? should i go back to my country or can i do it here without leaving china?what are the requirements? thanks!
Sep. 16,2009 21:03
Mr.William replied:
You can just apply for the Z visa from the Public Security Bureau (PSM) Exit and Entry Administration office for the municipality.
The documents are:
1. Your passport with blank pages and at least 6 months validity left before expiration.
2. A truly and completely filled application form affixed with one passport-sized photo.
3. A Visa Notification Form issued by Chinese authorized unit.
4. For the accompanying family members, they need not to provide a Visa Notification Form or a Working Permit, instead they are required to provide Proof of Relative Relationship, e.g. Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate, etc.
5. If you will stay in China for more than 6 months shall provide a Physical Examination Certificate for Foreign Citizen.
By the way, if you apply for a Zvisa dependant on your father, you will be not allowed to work in China.