When will the ban of processing of visa for Philippine passport holders be lifted? Does this mean that Filipinos who wishes to travel to China but are working in Singapore must apply the visa at their hometown?
Nov. 16,2009 19:32 Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine, I am a Filipino and PR in Singapore. I've tried applying in Philippines last 4Nov but China Embassy there also rejected it because my flight ticket will be from SG-Shanghai-SG. They told my sister it should be from Phil-Shanghai-Phil. And you should be personally there to apply. It such a nightmare experience. I've wasted so much money and effort just to get the visa. I suggest you can get the invitation from China govt and apply for business visa instead of tourist visa. I think it will work. Goodluck!
Hi Ms Caren, Apply business visa from Philippines or from Singapore? So for business visa would it be all right if i fly from SG-China-SG? coz I heard that it should be Manila-China-Manila.
Thanks
Nov. 16,2009 22:42 Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine, You can apply at China Embassy Singapore for Business Visa. When are you going to China?
Really? because i heard that people got their visas turned down here in singapore. is the business visa an exception? plan to go to end of november but i might need to travel to jan or feb as well for business. do they grant multiple visa? can i go directly to the embassy and apply coz travel agencies have shun my application and ask me to apply in my hometown. does this goes to show that there is no ban as such if applying for business visa against tourist visa? or as long as you are a filipino passport holder, they will automatically reject the application?
Nov. 17,2009 21:37 Mr.Connie replied:
Ms.Kristine, it all depends on the China Embassy finally, no traveller here can give you the exact answer.
Nov. 17,2009 20:43 Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine, I have the same experience as yours. Initially I've went to Five Star Tours for the Tourist Visa Application. After 2 days they called me to inform me that the visa was rejected. I searched online and found out that those holding Philippine passport are the only exception. I immediately sent my documents to Philippines hoping that China Embassy there will issue Tourist Visa. To my surprise, it was rejected for the 2nd time as they are considering the flight ticket (should be Ph-Shanghai-Ph) and you must be personally there to apply. So I instructed my sister to return back the documents immediately to Singapore. The next day I received it and went straight to China Embassy Singapore. As expected, upon seeing my passport, the staff said they cannot issue Tourist Visa to me, but one way is to request for Business Visa. She showed me a sample Invitation letter from China Government and that is the only way we can have the visa. I cannot do anything but cry, I was supposed to fly to Shanghai the next day and the situation is really killing me. It's like you've done your best but still I failed. Terrible. I have to cancel my flight and since it's a SQ promotion, I was not able to refund all, they just refund the tax less admin fee. For my advice, better go to China Embassy personally and ask them what can we do to have the visa since it seems like they really ban us. It is just so sad that applying visa for us Filipinos is so complicated. Goodluck..:)
12.
Nov. 16,2009 23:13
Reply
Ms.VU PHUONG QUYNH(Vietnam) said:
I'm a vietnamese student, is studying in singapore. This December 6th I want to go to China ( Guangzhou) for travelling.What will I need to bring for apply visa to china? thank you very much
Nov. 17,2009 04:36 Mr.Miles(UK) replied:
1. One completely filled out visa application form. No item should be blank . 2. One recently taken 2X2 inch photo showing entire face and without a hat on. Please affix the photo to the application form. 3. Original passport with at least 2 blank visa pages and valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of application. 4. Round trip airline ticket and hotel reservation. Application for visiting family or friends should provide certificate of relationship. 5. Non-Singapore citizens shall provide documents that entitle them to reside for an extended period of time in the Singapore, such as a PR, WP, EP, STP, DP. Temporary visitors to Singapore should apply for a Chinese visa in their own country. For the special case, the visa officer has the rights to make the final decision on whether issuing a visa or not.
13.
Nov. 15,2009 19:53
Reply
Mr.Joshua(Singapore) said:
I tried to get a Visa to China last week but it was closed. I have tried to find out what was reason for that but I could not. Would you know what is the reason for that?
Nov. 16,2009 01:10 Mrs.Betty(Singapore) replied:
I look through the official website of China Embassy in Singapore, I find that there is a notice released by the embassy: The consular Section of Chinese Embassy will be closed from 10 to 16 November. For enquiry, please visit our website at www.chinaembassy.org.sg or call 64712117.
Nov. 16,2009 00:33 Mr.Sg(Singapore) replied:
It is closed due to APEC meeting until 16 Nov. They posted the notice on the official website under latest notice.
14.
Nov. 14,2009 23:55
Reply
Mr.min(singapore) said:
my friend coming to visit me from china, if he apply travel visa by himself, does he need a letter from Singpaore? could it be more convenient if he apply thru travel agency?
Nov. 15,2009 02:28 Mr.Norman replied:
yes, it is more convenient for applying a Singaporean visa through agency because the travel agency know the requirements, procedures of visa application. But I hear that the applicants should give 15,000 RMB to the Singapore embassy as a deposit, the deposit will returned to them after they returned from Singapore on time.
15.
Nov. 14,2009 23:28
Reply
Mr.chen(usa) said:
I am a singapore citizen currently living in the US and plan to visit China next mth for a week, since it's less than 15days I won't need a visa, is that correct?
rgds, Chen
Nov. 15,2009 01:13 Mrs.Betty(Singapore) replied:
Yes, singaporean citizens enjoy 15 days visa free access to China.
16.
Nov. 13,2009 19:31
Reply
Ms.yuki(Vietnam) said:
Hi MR! I'm a student in Singapore.I don't have work permit or S-Pass or PR. My friend advice me to go to he hometown is in HK. I know HK is difficult to get visa. But i just stay in there 5 days. What should i do? and what document i have to show for the embassy when i come there. And how much for the fee when i entry? Is it 100 SGD??? or more than that. Thank for your advice.
Nov. 13,2009 21:01 Mr.Justin replied:
Please contact the Immigration Department of Hk directly by enquiry hotline at (852) 2824 6111 or by fax at (852) 2877 7711
17.
Nov. 12,2009 22:55
Reply
Mr.Wang(Singapore) said:
How if I go for the express procedure? It is possible to get my Visa approved within 2-3 working days?
Nov. 13,2009 01:38 Mr.Jack replied:
I think so.
18.
Nov. 12,2009 11:29
Reply
Ms.WANG(Singapore) said:
Hi, I am a Malaysian Singapore PR. May I know how many working days are required to process a China Visitor Visa from Chinese Embassy Singapore? Thanks...
Nov. 12,2009 20:34 Mr.Victor replied:
Usually, 4 working days.
19.
Nov. 11,2009 22:16
Reply
Ms.Ethal(Malaysia) said:
Hello,
Great that I come across this site. I have an issue here. My friend from Guangzhou is going to Malaysia and Thailand for a visit. She has prepared all her air tickets and visa. But her passport is going to expired on 30th June 2010. Though it is still valid upon arrival, but will the officer allow her to stay until 15th Jan 2010? She is supposed to renew her passport in Guangzhou these few days but has to put a halt to it because she is down with acute flu. According to her, renewal procedure there needs 1 month and she is afraid she cannot collect it in time.
Here are her travel details - 17th December 2009 arriving KL, Malaysia 15th January 2010 departing to Bangkok, Thailand 18th January 2010 departing to Guangzhou, China
Your advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks and have a great day.
Regards, Ethal Wu
Nov. 12,2009 01:13 Ms.Candace replied:
I think she may not renew the passport.
Nov. 12,2009 05:44 Ms.Ethal(Singapoare) replied:
Thanks Ms Candace. What is your advice for this trip? Abandon the whole holiday? Or renew her passport in Malaysia?
Nov. 12,2009 20:33 Mr.Walter replied:
I think she won't need to renew her passport for the whole trip.
20.
Nov. 9,2009 06:26
Reply
Ms.Yaw(Singapore) said:
I had just returned from Tokyo from a business trip on Saturday thinking that I will have more than sufficient time to process my China visa for trip purchased on 18th Nov. I made my way to China embassy today and was surprised, not to mentioned, extremely disappointed and shocked to find out today that China embassy in Singapore will be closed from Tuesday (10th Nov) till next Mon (16th Nov) as it meant that visa cannot be ready till 18th Nov 9am which means I have to miss my flight! I understood that it will be closed due to APEC. Despite my explanation with trip itinerary, hotel accomodation and e-ticket, my request and begging to collect on Nov 17th Nov afternoon was flatly rejected. I was told to re-schedule my flight instead or I can leave without applying for visa. Perhaps the officer attending to me does not realized that it is not so simple as it does not only involve additional cost but re-juggling of schedules. I am sure there are many like me who are left shocked and some stranded with lots of inconvenience due to this close down due to an APEC event!
Nov. 9,2009 22:05 Mr.Owen replied:
You could ask the China Embassy in Singapore to issue you an proof of not being able to process your visa in Singapore, and then you may get an China visa on arrival with the proof.
Nov. 12,2009 03:19 Ms.Yaw(Singapore) replied:
Mr Owen. Thank you for your kind advice. Wished I had known this earlier. I can't do much now as the embassy in Singapore is closed till next week. I will take your advice should I encounter the same issue in the future.
21.
Nov. 11,2009 05:30
Reply
Ms.Audrey(Singapore) said:
I'm going to Shanghai on a school trip in December, and some of us plan to extend our stay there such that it's longer than 15 days. Do we have to apply for a tourist visa at the Chinese embassy in Singapore? Also, if we do, do we have to do it in person, or can one representative do it?
Nov. 11,2009 20:57 Mrs.Cailyn replied:
You have to apply for a China visa in Singapore, and you can just send a representative to process the visa for you all.
22.
Nov. 11,2009 01:38
Reply
Ms.Nicola(Malaysia ) said:
I'd like to apply for a tourist visa (British passport holder) for a prospective trip visiting my sister in China from 23 - 29 November. However, my Singaporean working permit for a job I am starting on 1 December is not yet ready. My question is:
1. Will the Chinese Embassy grant me a visa in Singapore, given that I am a temporary visitor at the moment? The website says that temporary visitors should apply in their own country, and that approval in other circumstances is subject to the discretion of the visa officer.
My main concern is that I will buy the flight and then have my application rejected due to the lack of work permit. Obviously I will not buy the flight unless I know I can obtain the visa.
Please advise. Many thanks.
Nov. 11,2009 04:31 Ms.Megan replied:
yes, the visa officer in the China Embassy has the final say to this, so please confirm with them first.
23.
Nov. 10,2009 04:13
Reply
Mr.RONAN(IRELAND) said:
Hi all! Quick question...
I am travelling to Indonesia via Singapore at the end of this month. Does anyone know if I can (Irish national) obtain a chinese single entry tourist visa in 1 day from singapore?? Obviously, I have to pay more....but as the website seems to say above 1 day processing fee is an extra SG$50 - or is that only for Singaporians? Any advice appreciated....thanks
Nov. 10,2009 20:10 Mrs.Madison replied:
I think you can apply for the visa in Singapore, but it depends on the China Embassy in Singapore finally. The extra fee for the express service is tha same to all natonalities, I think.
24.
Nov. 10,2009 01:33
Reply
Ms.Mary l said:
I need to renew my China visa I need !year multi-entry is is possible to do it in Singapore. Holding Kenyan pp.
Nov. 10,2009 04:42 Mr.Bobby replied:
You can apply for the China Multiple entry visa in Singapore if you can provide all of the requirements.
25.
Nov. 10,2009 01:13
Reply
Mr.Sam(Singapore) said:
Hi,
I am not a citizen of Singapore, but on an employment pass, and need a visa to travel to HongKong. My son wants to go to the Disney Land in HongKong and my question is this:
shall I book the package first and then apply for the visa? or apply for the visa first and then book the package ?
Thanks, Sam
Nov. 10,2009 04:41 Mr.Brian replied:
May I know which country's passport are you holding?
26.
Nov. 10,2009 00:42
Reply
Ms.Su(Singapore) said:
Hi , I tried calling the Chinese Embassy but their number is always busy. Does anyone know if I have a chinese passport and it's expiring in May 2010. I am going to Guangzhou on 9th Dec 2009. Can I renew my passport in singapore?
Nov. 10,2009 04:40 Mr.Bruce replied:
Yes, you can renew your passport at any local Embassy or Consulate of your country.
27.
Nov. 10,2009 00:39
Reply
Mr.pt(Singapore) said:
I am a Msian with Sin PR. I will be going to Hong Kong in Dec & may want to cross over to Shen Zhen for a day trip. Do I need a vise for the day trip? If so, do I have to apply for it in Sin before I leave for HK?
Nov. 10,2009 04:39 Mr.Bryant replied:
You need a visa to for your one day trip to Shenzhen which can be applyied at the entry port.
28.
Nov. 9,2009 22:34
Reply
Ms.Sherry(Singapore) said:
My friend holds a China passport and she is studying in NTU, Singapore. Her passport will expire in July 2010 and she intends to travel to the US in May 2010 and return in July 2010. Can she renew her passport now? Where can she renew her passport and how long does it take to renew the passport?
Thanks.
Nov. 10,2009 01:01 Mr.Eli replied:
She should renew her passport at the China Embassy in Singapore one month before the expiration. It takes about 1 week.
29.
Nov. 9,2009 19:50
Reply
Ms.Lily(Singapore) said:
Hi, I plan to going to Hong Kong and decide to visit Shenzhen with 1 night at hotel with Malaysia passport this November 2009. 1)Can I apply Visa at LU WO Station (Border Shenzhen) for 5 days Visa on the spot?? 2)How much the Visa charge? 3)What is the support documents need?
Pls help to advise immediately,
Nov. 9,2009 22:16 Mr.Neal replied:
a. I think you can. b. for the visa fee and the requirements, please contact the visa office at Luohu port dierctly by tel 86 755 8232 4022.
30.
Nov. 9,2009 11:17
Reply
Ms.Daw Thet Mar Oo(Myanmar) said:
Hi, I want to apply for China Visa for single entry for travel purpose. I have already bought an air ticket and the travel date is 20th Nov, 2009 6 am.
Can you please help me out about the procedure to follow and how many days it will take to apply and approve the visa?
Can I apply the visa myself and when are the days on which I cannot apply?
Thanks and Regards Thet Mar Oo
Nov. 9,2009 22:13 Mr.Nigel replied:
You may apply for the visa from the Visa Office of the Embassy or Consulate -General which holds consular jurisdiction over the state where you reside. It takes 4 working days. You may apply for the visa in person or entrust someone else or a travel/visa agent to process it on your behalf. You can apply for the visa on any working days.
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Travelers' Voices on China Embassy in Singapore (612)
11.
Nov. 16,2009 04:33 Reply
Ms.Kristine(Singapore) said:
When will the ban of processing of visa for Philippine passport holders be lifted? Does this mean that Filipinos who wishes to travel to China but are working in Singapore must apply the visa at their hometown?
Nov. 16,2009 19:32
Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine,
I am a Filipino and PR in Singapore. I've tried applying in Philippines last 4Nov but China Embassy there also rejected it because my flight ticket will be from SG-Shanghai-SG. They told my sister it should be from Phil-Shanghai-Phil. And you should be personally there to apply. It such a nightmare experience. I've wasted so much money and effort just to get the visa.
I suggest you can get the invitation from China govt and apply for business visa instead of tourist visa.
I think it will work.
Goodluck!
Nov. 16,2009 21:02
Ms.Kristine(Singapore) replied:
Hi Ms Caren,
Apply business visa from Philippines or from Singapore? So for business visa would it be all right if i fly from SG-China-SG? coz I heard that it should be Manila-China-Manila.
Thanks
Nov. 16,2009 22:42
Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine,
You can apply at China Embassy Singapore for Business Visa. When are you going to China?
Nov. 17,2009 09:14
Ms.Kristine(Singapore) replied:
Really? because i heard that people got their visas turned down here in singapore. is the business visa an exception? plan to go to end of november but i might need to travel to jan or feb as well for business. do they grant multiple visa? can i go directly to the embassy and apply coz travel agencies have shun my application and ask me to apply in my hometown. does this goes to show that there is no ban as such if applying for business visa against tourist visa? or as long as you are a filipino passport holder, they will automatically reject the application?
Nov. 17,2009 21:37
Mr.Connie replied:
Ms.Kristine, it all depends on the China Embassy finally, no traveller here can give you the exact answer.
Nov. 17,2009 20:43
Ms.Caren(Singapore) replied:
Hi Kristine,
I have the same experience as yours. Initially I've went to Five Star Tours for the Tourist Visa Application. After 2 days they called me to inform me that the visa was rejected. I searched online and found out that those holding Philippine passport are the only exception. I immediately sent my documents to Philippines hoping that China Embassy there will issue Tourist Visa. To my surprise, it was rejected for the 2nd time as they are considering the flight ticket (should be Ph-Shanghai-Ph) and you must be personally there to apply. So I instructed my sister to return back the documents immediately to Singapore. The next day I received it and went straight to China Embassy Singapore. As expected, upon seeing my passport, the staff said they cannot issue Tourist Visa to me, but one way is to request for Business Visa. She showed me a sample Invitation letter from China Government and that is the only way we can have the visa. I cannot do anything but cry, I was supposed to fly to Shanghai the next day and the situation is really killing me. It's like you've done your best but still I failed. Terrible. I have to cancel my flight and since it's a SQ promotion, I was not able to refund all, they just refund the tax less admin fee.
For my advice, better go to China Embassy personally and ask them what can we do to have the visa since it seems like they really ban us. It is just so sad that applying visa for us Filipinos is so complicated.
Goodluck..:)
12.
Nov. 16,2009 23:13 Reply
Ms.VU PHUONG QUYNH(Vietnam) said:
I'm a vietnamese student, is studying in singapore. This December 6th I want to go to China ( Guangzhou) for travelling.What will I need to bring for apply visa to china?
thank you very much
Nov. 17,2009 04:36
Mr.Miles(UK) replied:
1. One completely filled out visa application form. No item should be blank .
2. One recently taken 2X2 inch photo showing entire face and without a hat on. Please affix the photo to the application form.
3. Original passport with at least 2 blank visa pages and valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of application.
4. Round trip airline ticket and hotel reservation. Application for visiting family or friends should provide certificate of relationship.
5. Non-Singapore citizens shall provide documents that entitle them to reside for an extended period of time in the Singapore, such as a PR, WP, EP, STP, DP. Temporary visitors to Singapore should apply for a Chinese visa in their own country. For the special case, the visa officer has the rights to make the final decision on whether issuing a visa or not.
13.
Nov. 15,2009 19:53 Reply
Mr.Joshua(Singapore) said:
I tried to get a Visa to China last week but it was closed.
I have tried to find out what was reason for that but I could not.
Would you know what is the reason for that?
Nov. 16,2009 01:10
Mrs.Betty(Singapore) replied:
I look through the official website of China Embassy in Singapore, I find that there is a notice released by the embassy: The consular Section of Chinese Embassy will be closed from 10 to 16 November. For enquiry, please visit our website at www.chinaembassy.org.sg or call 64712117.
Nov. 16,2009 00:33
Mr.Sg(Singapore) replied:
It is closed due to APEC meeting until 16 Nov. They posted the notice on the official website under latest notice.
14.
Nov. 14,2009 23:55 Reply
Mr.min(singapore) said:
my friend coming to visit me from china, if he apply travel visa by himself, does he need a letter from Singpaore? could it be more convenient if he apply thru travel agency?
Nov. 15,2009 02:28
Mr.Norman replied:
yes, it is more convenient for applying a Singaporean visa through agency because the travel agency know the requirements, procedures of visa application. But I hear that the applicants should give 15,000 RMB to the Singapore embassy as a deposit, the deposit will returned to them after they returned from Singapore on time.
15.
Nov. 14,2009 23:28 Reply
Mr.chen(usa) said:
I am a singapore citizen currently living in the US and plan to visit China next mth for a week, since it's less than 15days I won't need a visa, is that correct?
rgds,
Chen
Nov. 15,2009 01:13
Mrs.Betty(Singapore) replied:
Yes, singaporean citizens enjoy 15 days visa free access to China.
16.
Nov. 13,2009 19:31 Reply
Ms.yuki(Vietnam) said:
Hi MR! I'm a student in Singapore.I don't have work permit or S-Pass or PR. My friend advice me to go to he hometown is in HK. I know HK is difficult to get visa. But i just stay in there 5 days. What should i do? and what document i have to show for the embassy when i come there. And how much for the fee when i entry? Is it 100 SGD??? or more than that. Thank for your advice.
Nov. 13,2009 21:01
Mr.Justin replied:
Please contact the Immigration Department of Hk directly by enquiry hotline at (852) 2824 6111 or by fax at (852) 2877 7711
17.
Nov. 12,2009 22:55 Reply
Mr.Wang(Singapore) said:
How if I go for the express procedure? It is possible to get my Visa approved within 2-3 working days?
Nov. 13,2009 01:38
Mr.Jack replied:
I think so.
18.
Nov. 12,2009 11:29 Reply
Ms.WANG(Singapore) said:
Hi, I am a Malaysian Singapore PR. May I know how many working days are required to process a China Visitor Visa from Chinese Embassy Singapore? Thanks...
Nov. 12,2009 20:34
Mr.Victor replied:
Usually, 4 working days.
19.
Nov. 11,2009 22:16 Reply
Ms.Ethal(Malaysia) said:
Hello,
Great that I come across this site. I have an issue here. My friend from Guangzhou is going to Malaysia and Thailand for a visit. She has prepared all her air tickets and visa. But her passport is going to expired on 30th June 2010. Though it is still valid upon arrival, but will the officer allow her to stay until 15th Jan 2010? She is supposed to renew her passport in Guangzhou these few days but has to put a halt to it because she is down with acute flu. According to her, renewal procedure there needs 1 month and she is afraid she cannot collect it in time.
Here are her travel details -
17th December 2009 arriving KL, Malaysia
15th January 2010 departing to Bangkok, Thailand
18th January 2010 departing to Guangzhou, China
Your advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks and have a great day.
Regards,
Ethal Wu
Nov. 12,2009 01:13
Ms.Candace replied:
I think she may not renew the passport.
Nov. 12,2009 05:44
Ms.Ethal(Singapoare) replied:
Thanks Ms Candace. What is your advice for this trip? Abandon the whole holiday? Or renew her passport in Malaysia?
Nov. 12,2009 20:33
Mr.Walter replied:
I think she won't need to renew her passport for the whole trip.
20.
Nov. 9,2009 06:26 Reply
Ms.Yaw(Singapore) said:
I had just returned from Tokyo from a business trip on Saturday thinking that I will have more than sufficient time to process my China visa for trip purchased on 18th Nov. I made my way to China embassy today and was surprised, not to mentioned, extremely disappointed and shocked to find out today that China embassy in Singapore will be closed from Tuesday (10th Nov) till next Mon (16th Nov) as it meant that visa cannot be ready till 18th Nov 9am which means I have to miss my flight! I understood that it will be closed due to APEC. Despite my explanation with trip itinerary, hotel accomodation and e-ticket, my request and begging to collect on Nov 17th Nov afternoon was flatly rejected. I was told to re-schedule my flight instead or I can leave without applying for visa. Perhaps the officer attending to me does not realized that it is not so simple as it does not only involve additional cost but re-juggling of schedules. I am sure there are many like me who are left shocked and some stranded with lots of inconvenience due to this close down due to an APEC event!
Nov. 9,2009 22:05
Mr.Owen replied:
You could ask the China Embassy in Singapore to issue you an proof of not being able to process your visa in Singapore, and then you may get an China visa on arrival with the proof.
Nov. 12,2009 03:19
Ms.Yaw(Singapore) replied:
Mr Owen. Thank you for your kind advice. Wished I had known this earlier. I can't do much now as the embassy in Singapore is closed till next week. I will take your advice should I encounter the same issue in the future.
21.
Nov. 11,2009 05:30 Reply
Ms.Audrey(Singapore) said:
I'm going to Shanghai on a school trip in December, and some of us plan to extend our stay there such that it's longer than 15 days. Do we have to apply for a tourist visa at the Chinese embassy in Singapore? Also, if we do, do we have to do it in person, or can one representative do it?
Nov. 11,2009 20:57
Mrs.Cailyn replied:
You have to apply for a China visa in Singapore, and you can just send a representative to process the visa for you all.
22.
Nov. 11,2009 01:38 Reply
Ms.Nicola(Malaysia ) said:
I'd like to apply for a tourist visa (British passport holder) for a prospective trip visiting my sister in China from 23 - 29 November. However, my Singaporean working permit for a job I am starting on 1 December is not yet ready. My question is:
1. Will the Chinese Embassy grant me a visa in Singapore, given that I am a temporary visitor at the moment?
The website says that temporary visitors should apply in their own country, and that approval in other circumstances is subject to the discretion of the visa officer.
My main concern is that I will buy the flight and then have my application rejected due to the lack of work permit. Obviously I will not buy the flight unless I know I can obtain the visa.
Please advise. Many thanks.
Nov. 11,2009 04:31
Ms.Megan replied:
yes, the visa officer in the China Embassy has the final say to this, so please confirm with them first.
23.
Nov. 10,2009 04:13 Reply
Mr.RONAN(IRELAND) said:
Hi all! Quick question...
I am travelling to Indonesia via Singapore at the end of this month. Does anyone know if I can (Irish national) obtain a chinese single entry tourist visa in 1 day from singapore?? Obviously, I have to pay more....but as the website seems to say above 1 day processing fee is an extra SG$50 - or is that only for Singaporians? Any advice appreciated....thanks
Nov. 10,2009 20:10
Mrs.Madison replied:
I think you can apply for the visa in Singapore, but it depends on the China Embassy in Singapore finally.
The extra fee for the express service is tha same to all natonalities, I think.
24.
Nov. 10,2009 01:33 Reply
Ms.Mary l said:
I need to renew my China visa I need !year multi-entry is is possible to do it in Singapore. Holding Kenyan pp.
Nov. 10,2009 04:42
Mr.Bobby replied:
You can apply for the China Multiple entry visa in Singapore if you can provide all of the requirements.
25.
Nov. 10,2009 01:13 Reply
Mr.Sam(Singapore) said:
Hi,
I am not a citizen of Singapore, but on an employment pass, and need a visa to travel to HongKong.
My son wants to go to the Disney Land in HongKong and my question is this:
shall I book the package first and then apply for the visa? or apply for the visa first and then book the package ?
Thanks,
Sam
Nov. 10,2009 04:41
Mr.Brian replied:
May I know which country's passport are you holding?
26.
Nov. 10,2009 00:42 Reply
Ms.Su(Singapore) said:
Hi ,
I tried calling the Chinese Embassy but their number is always busy. Does anyone know if I have a chinese passport and it's expiring in May 2010. I am going to Guangzhou on 9th Dec 2009. Can I renew my passport in singapore?
Nov. 10,2009 04:40
Mr.Bruce replied:
Yes, you can renew your passport at any local Embassy or Consulate of your country.
27.
Nov. 10,2009 00:39 Reply
Mr.pt(Singapore) said:
I am a Msian with Sin PR. I will be going to Hong Kong in Dec & may want to cross over to Shen Zhen for a day trip. Do I need a vise for the day trip? If so, do I have to apply for it in Sin before I leave for HK?
Nov. 10,2009 04:39
Mr.Bryant replied:
You need a visa to for your one day trip to Shenzhen which can be applyied at the entry port.
28.
Nov. 9,2009 22:34 Reply
Ms.Sherry(Singapore) said:
My friend holds a China passport and she is studying in NTU, Singapore. Her passport will expire in July 2010 and she intends to travel to the US in May 2010 and return in July 2010. Can she renew her passport now? Where can she renew her passport and how long does it take to renew the passport?
Thanks.
Nov. 10,2009 01:01
Mr.Eli replied:
She should renew her passport at the China Embassy in Singapore one month before the expiration.
It takes about 1 week.
29.
Nov. 9,2009 19:50 Reply
Ms.Lily(Singapore) said:
Hi,
I plan to going to Hong Kong and decide to visit Shenzhen with 1 night at hotel with Malaysia passport this November 2009.
1)Can I apply Visa at LU WO Station (Border Shenzhen) for 5 days Visa
on the spot??
2)How much the Visa charge?
3)What is the support documents need?
Pls help to advise immediately,
Nov. 9,2009 22:16
Mr.Neal replied:
a. I think you can.
b. for the visa fee and the requirements, please contact the visa office at Luohu port dierctly by tel 86 755 8232 4022.
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Nov. 9,2009 11:17 Reply
Ms.Daw Thet Mar Oo(Myanmar) said:
Hi, I want to apply for China Visa for single entry for travel purpose. I have already bought an air ticket and the travel date is 20th Nov, 2009 6 am.
Can you please help me out about the procedure to follow and how many days it will take to apply and approve the visa?
Can I apply the visa myself and when are the days on which I cannot apply?
Thanks and Regards
Thet Mar Oo
Nov. 9,2009 22:13
Mr.Nigel replied:
You may apply for the visa from the Visa Office of the Embassy or Consulate -General which holds consular jurisdiction over the state where you reside. It takes 4 working days.
You may apply for the visa in person or entrust someone else or a travel/visa agent to process it on your behalf.
You can apply for the visa on any working days.