I am a UK citizen travelling in Vietnam. I want to go to China next, and want to get a visa in Ho Chi Minh - will this be possible? If it is, will it be possible to get a double entry visa, or just a single entry?
Thanks charlotte
Nov. 11,2009 21:01 Mr.Cain replied:
I think only the China Embassy in Ho Chi Minh can give you exact answer.
Nov. 11,2009 22:50 Mr.Macau(Macau) replied:
Why not just take a cheap flight to Macau on Air Asia (i think they are less than 50 usd) and get a multi entry visa on the same day you arrive.
12.
Nov. 10,2009 09:28
Reply
Mr.ward(uk) said:
I am a uk citizen I have a 6month b2 usa visa. We are cruising from Bangkok to Shanghai in February.We are flying from and returning to the US.I will need a transit visa.I was told in UK that I can obtain that here in US.The Visa will be reqd for 4 days. Can you advise please?
Nov. 10,2009 21:10 Mr.Ryan replied:
Yes, you can apply for the visa in US. and it usually takes 4 working days.
13.
Nov. 10,2009 01:59
Reply
Ms.Bing Bing(Britain) said:
To whom it may concern
I would like to get in contact with someone in the Cultural Departmen in your embassy as I am planning to open a Moroccan shisha cafe either in HK or China. I have been most fascinated by your beautiful country and culture following my trip to Marrakech a couple of years ago and would like to further promote it in this part of the world where it remains relatively mysterious.
I recently spoke to someone in the Honorary Consulate of Morocco in HK. Unfortunately they were unable to help with my query due to the nature of their office.
Any feedback or opinion/comments are welcomed and will be very much appreciated. I was given a phone number but feel the matter could be better communicated via emails.
My email is bingbing68@gmail.com.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards
Ying Bing QIAN
Nov. 10,2009 04:51 Mr.Wendy replied:
Try to contact the Cultural office of the China Embassy in Uk through the contacts listed above on this very page.
14.
Nov. 9,2009 23:11
Reply
Ms.nicole(England) said:
Hello, Does anyone know how I can get a "report of no criminal record" from China without going to China? I lived in China for two years and in order to get my Visa to the USA I need a "report of no criminal record" from China. I have read that the only way to get it is by going to the "Public Security Bureau" in China but I am in Korea now. Does the Embassy in Korea issue these? I have tried calling the Embassy but because I dont speak chinese they hang up on me. :( Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Nicole
Nov. 10,2009 01:10 Mr.Colin replied:
Yes, you can try to contact the China Embassy in Korea to get some help.
Nov. 10,2009 01:46 Mrs.Nicole(england) replied:
Thank you Mr.Colin but I already tried the Chinese Embassy and they hang up on me because I dont speak Chinese :(
15.
Nov. 9,2009 02:59
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Mr.W(China ) said:
I am a British citizen in China with a China visa. When I leave China I want to visit Laos, Cambodia and Thailand in that order. Can someone give me advice as to how i can obtain visas for these countries? I am presently in Beihai. Can i obtain visas whilst i'm here?
Many thanks for your time.
Nov. 9,2009 22:20 Mr.Mike replied:
You may apply for the Laos, Cambodia and Thailand visas from the their embassies in China.
Nov. 10,2009 00:41 Mr.abc(macau) replied:
you can also get visas at each of these country's international points of entrance....thailand is free, cambodia and Laos are each 20 usd
I am a British citizen and my husband is a Malaysian. We are planning to visit Chian in August 2010, in fact we have already booked hotel in Xiaoshan, Hangzhou, Yangtze Cruise and hotel in Beijing, but we have not book our air tickets as yet. Can we apply for our Chinese Visas in Kuala Lumpur, as we in Malaysia in February for the Chinese New Year.
Many thanks.
Intira
Nov. 6,2009 19:55 Mr.Abrhams replied:
You can apply for the China visa in KL, Malaysia, but I think it is too early to apply for the visa in February. Usually, travellers are advised to apply for the visa one month before the trip.
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Nov. 6,2009 04:24
Reply
Ms.Paola(Kazakhstan ) said:
Thank you, Mr Elvis! i think i have found it!
i've got another question to you:
for banking statement, how much should i have in my account for visiting HK for 10 days? is there a special rate for each day?
Regards,
Nov. 6,2009 19:52 Ms.Abby replied:
There should be a special rate for each days, please contact the Immigration Department of Ho directly for the exact amount by enquiry hotline at (852) 2824 6111 or by fax at (852) 2877 7711.
18.
Nov. 5,2009 18:39
Reply
Ms.Paola(Kazakhstan) said:
Hi there! I am a holder of Kazakhstan passport, currently studying in UK.
just a quick question on HK visa.
i read some documents on the embassy's website and it seems like the only documents u need for your visa is application form and passport. Is this right? or do i also need to present my university enrollment letter & financial statements & insurance?
Thanks!
Nov. 6,2009 01:04 Mr.Elvis replied:
I think you have to present your university enrollment letter & financial statements & insurance. You can get the exact info. from the China Embassy pr Consulate in UK.
19.
Nov. 4,2009 05:10
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Mr.Andrew(UK) said:
Hi I am arriving in Beijing on Friday 10.30pm and leaving next day for Australia at midday. Please advise if I need a transit visa? I would like to leave the airport to go to a hotel outside of airport. I am an Australian and EU passport holder and my partner who will be travelling with me is French. Your assistance would be appreciated. Many thanks. Andrew
Thankyou. I wonder if anyone can tell me if there is any hotel within the airport in Beijing? I think I am going to just spend 12 hours in transit at airport (not leaving) so I dont have to get a visa. Any idea if Beijing airport is a nice airport too? It would be great to have some activities to do to pass the time... THANK YOU
Nov. 5,2009 04:50 Mr.Kevin replied:
Try to confirm with the website below: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/
20.
Nov. 4,2009 08:45
Reply
Mr.alexander(england) said:
my wife is a chinease national we are returning to china in febuary 2010 on our return to the uk we wish to have a stop over in hong kong for three days will my wife need a visa for a short break hong kong
Your wife need a HK Exit and Entry Permit actually.
21.
Oct. 30,2009 22:54
Reply
Mr.Martin(German) said:
Hello,
i need help in a urgent situation! I left china in the middle of october for a short contract in mexico and on the 2nd november i will fligh back over seoul / korea but i have no more Visa. is there any visa service at the airport or a travel agent how can arrange the visa from china for me? Maybe is there a agency who can pick up my passport at a hotel close to the airport an do this service when there is nothing at the airport available?
Please answer soon
Martin
Oct. 31,2009 04:34 Mr.Levi replied:
I'm just cofused sir. You said you left China in the middle of October, so you are not in China now, right? However, you said you want to find a travel agent to process the South Korea visa from China for you when you at the airport, at Korea airport or China's airport? Would you please clear it?
Nov. 4,2009 05:13 Mr.Sunay(nigeria) replied:
Not yet, but i will like you to link me with any company that deal with sales of electronics/cars and the process of going about it. thanks Mr.Sunday
Mr.Sunay, you can get lots of such info. on the internet yourself.
22.
Nov. 4,2009 04:24
Reply
Mr.Li(UK) said:
Hi,
I wonder if anyone can clarify some points regarding the conditions for a Visa Free Transit through China. I am a British passport holder. I am travelling to Taipei through Pudong Airport. However, my flight tickets are in TWO parts: Paris-->Shanghai (with SWISS Air arriving at 7.25am) and Shanghai-->Taipei (with China Southern Airline leaving 3 hours later on the same day ). I will not leave the airport obviously. Would I be qualified for the Visa Fee Transit?
I am in United Kingdom and i am a citizen of nigeria, i am willing to go on electronic business in china please can you use your office to explain how to apply for business passport in other to start the business or which type of visa do i need ? and how am i going to apply for it.I will be happy if you can elighten me about this, Thanks
Nov. 2,2009 22:38 Mr.Hogan replied:
Have you had any partner in China?
24.
Oct. 30,2009 05:32
Reply
Ms.chacha(UK) said:
hi
I am travelling to Australia but i have a 10 hour wait in Hong Kong..do i need to apply for a visa if i want to leave the airport and view the city for the few hours i will be waiting in the airport for my connection flight??
Oct. 30,2009 20:22 Mr.Winston replied:
British passport holders are exempt from visa to Hk for 180 days.
25.
Oct. 28,2009 17:12
Reply
Mrs.Cooper(England) said:
Is it possible to have an application turned around on the same day?
Oct. 28,2009 20:03 Mr.Jacob replied:
You mean at the China embassy in U.K.? it's possible.
26.
Oct. 28,2009 05:41
Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(UK) said:
Thank you Ms Ann for reply to last questions. Sorry i have 2 more questions. NO:1..If i obtain 6 month visa in UK ..does that only allow me to stay in China 30 days after arrival or longer.. NO:2 If i obtain visa in Thailand or Malaysia how long can i stay in China after arrival ?..30 days or can i get visa to stay longer? Many thanks
Oct. 28,2009 20:02 Ms.Sarah replied:
1. if you get a 6 months multiple entry visa, you can stay in China 60 dyas for each entry. 2. if you just get a single entry visa, you are right that you may stay in China for 30 days after entry.
27.
Oct. 27,2009 06:52
Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(UK) said:
HI... i will be on tour in 2010 and probably in Bangkok in Feb/Mar 2010. As UK passport holder can i get visa for China to visit in May/June 2010 and what documents would i need. Would i need to get 6mths visa or would normal visa cover stay i China until end of June2010...Many thanks.
Oct. 27,2009 20:56 Ms.Anne replied:
Where will you apply for your visa, in UK or Thailand? either a sinle entri China visa or a multiple entry visa for 6 months both will allows you to stay in Chin afor 30 days for each entry.
28.
Oct. 27,2009 06:21
Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(uk) said:
On tour in 2010 and will need to get visa for China when in Malaysia (KL). As UK passport holder not needing Malaysia visa what do i need to present to China Embassy to obtain visa. Thanks.
Oct. 27,2009 20:53 Ms.Ann replied:
I think you valid entry record to Malysia will do.
29.
Oct. 26,2009 18:29
Reply
Mrs.Hart(England) said:
I am in he middle of a long trip. It would be convenient for me to get a chinese visa in Rabat for China, as very soon I will be heading for China. I am a british citizen, so is it possible to do this. Thank you
Oct. 26,2009 22:12 Mr.Clark replied:
it's possible, madam.
Oct. 27,2009 04:34 Mrs.Hart(England) replied:
Thank you for your reply. I have looked on their website and as I do not speak Frence would like to confirm that they do a 24 hour service. So if I take my application in one morning it should be ready the next, subject to their office hours. I think they were open Tues, Thurs and Friday, if my guessing was correct.
Oct. 27,2009 20:52 Ms.Anita replied:
I think the embassy don't provide 24 hours service, please contact them directly to get their working hours and relevant info. about your China vis application.
30.
Oct. 23,2009 16:48
Reply
Mr.Leonardo(UK) said:
Hi, we are a Turkish citizen resident in the UK and an Italian citizen resident in the UK. We are planning to travel to Hong Kong between 24.12.2009 and 2.1.2010 and would like to make a quick visit to China. Are we entitled to get a Chinese Visa from Hong Kong, or should we apply in our country of residence (UK)? Thanks for your answer
Oct. 23,2009 20:12 Mr.Matthew replied:
You can apply for the visa in Hk after you fix your trip to mainland China.
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Travelers' Voices on China Embassy in U.K. (163)
11.
Nov. 11,2009 05:57 Reply
Ms.charlotte(UK) said:
I am a UK citizen travelling in Vietnam. I want to go to China next, and want to get a visa in Ho Chi Minh - will this be possible? If it is, will it be possible to get a double entry visa, or just a single entry?
Thanks
charlotte
Nov. 11,2009 21:01
Mr.Cain replied:
I think only the China Embassy in Ho Chi Minh can give you exact answer.
Nov. 11,2009 22:50
Mr.Macau(Macau) replied:
Why not just take a cheap flight to Macau on Air Asia (i think they are less than 50 usd) and get a multi entry visa on the same day you arrive.
12.
Nov. 10,2009 09:28 Reply
Mr.ward(uk) said:
I am a uk citizen I have a 6month b2 usa visa. We are cruising from Bangkok to Shanghai in February.We are flying from and returning to the US.I will need a transit visa.I was told in UK that I can obtain that here in US.The Visa will be reqd for 4 days. Can you advise please?
Nov. 10,2009 21:10
Mr.Ryan replied:
Yes, you can apply for the visa in US. and it usually takes 4 working days.
13.
Nov. 10,2009 01:59 Reply
Ms.Bing Bing(Britain) said:
To whom it may concern
I would like to get in contact with someone in the Cultural Departmen in your embassy as I am planning to open a Moroccan shisha cafe either in HK or China. I have been most fascinated by your beautiful country and culture following my trip to Marrakech a couple of years ago and would like to further promote it in this part of the world where it remains relatively mysterious.
I recently spoke to someone in the Honorary Consulate of Morocco in HK. Unfortunately they were unable to help with my query due to the nature of their office.
Any feedback or opinion/comments are welcomed and will be very much appreciated. I was given a phone number but feel the matter could be better communicated via emails.
My email is bingbing68@gmail.com.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards
Ying Bing QIAN
Nov. 10,2009 04:51
Mr.Wendy replied:
Try to contact the Cultural office of the China Embassy in Uk through the contacts listed above on this very page.
14.
Nov. 9,2009 23:11 Reply
Ms.nicole(England) said:
Hello,
Does anyone know how I can get a "report of no criminal record" from China without going to China? I lived in China for two years and in order to get my Visa to the USA I need a "report of no criminal record" from China. I have read that the only way to get it is by going to the "Public Security Bureau" in China but I am in Korea now. Does the Embassy in Korea issue these? I have tried calling the Embassy but because I dont speak chinese they hang up on me. :( Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you,
Nicole
Nov. 10,2009 01:10
Mr.Colin replied:
Yes, you can try to contact the China Embassy in Korea to get some help.
Nov. 10,2009 01:46
Mrs.Nicole(england) replied:
Thank you Mr.Colin but I already tried the Chinese Embassy and they hang up on me because I dont speak Chinese :(
15.
Nov. 9,2009 02:59 Reply
Mr.W(China ) said:
I am a British citizen in China with a China visa. When I leave China I want to visit Laos, Cambodia and Thailand in that order. Can someone give me advice as to how i can obtain visas for these countries? I am presently in Beihai. Can i obtain visas whilst i'm here?
Many thanks for your time.
Nov. 9,2009 22:20
Mr.Mike replied:
You may apply for the Laos, Cambodia and Thailand visas from the their embassies in China.
Nov. 10,2009 00:41
Mr.abc(macau) replied:
you can also get visas at each of these country's international points of entrance....thailand is free, cambodia and Laos are each 20 usd
16.
Nov. 6,2009 14:19 Reply
Ms.INTIRANGUI(United Kingdom) said:
Hi
I am a British citizen and my husband is a Malaysian. We are planning to visit Chian in August 2010, in fact we have already booked hotel in Xiaoshan, Hangzhou, Yangtze Cruise and hotel in Beijing, but we have not book our air tickets as yet. Can we apply for our Chinese Visas in Kuala Lumpur, as we in Malaysia in February for the Chinese New Year.
Many thanks.
Intira
Nov. 6,2009 19:55
Mr.Abrhams replied:
You can apply for the China visa in KL, Malaysia, but I think it is too early to apply for the visa in February. Usually, travellers are advised to apply for the visa one month before the trip.
17.
Nov. 6,2009 04:24 Reply
Ms.Paola(Kazakhstan ) said:
Thank you, Mr Elvis! i think i have found it!
i've got another question to you:
for banking statement, how much should i have in my account for visiting HK for 10 days? is there a special rate for each day?
Regards,
Nov. 6,2009 19:52
Ms.Abby replied:
There should be a special rate for each days, please contact the Immigration Department of Ho directly for the exact amount by enquiry hotline at (852) 2824 6111 or by fax at (852) 2877 7711.
18.
Nov. 5,2009 18:39 Reply
Ms.Paola(Kazakhstan) said:
Hi there! I am a holder of Kazakhstan passport, currently studying in UK.
just a quick question on HK visa.
i read some documents on the embassy's website and it seems like the only documents u need for your visa is application form and passport. Is this right? or do i also need to present my university enrollment letter & financial statements & insurance?
Thanks!
Nov. 6,2009 01:04
Mr.Elvis replied:
I think you have to present your university enrollment letter & financial statements & insurance.
You can get the exact info. from the China Embassy pr Consulate in UK.
19.
Nov. 4,2009 05:10 Reply
Mr.Andrew(UK) said:
Hi I am arriving in Beijing on Friday 10.30pm and leaving next day for Australia at midday. Please advise if I need a transit visa? I would like to leave the airport to go to a hotel outside of airport. I am an Australian and EU passport holder and my partner who will be travelling with me is French. Your assistance would be appreciated. Many thanks. Andrew
Nov. 4,2009 19:08
Ms.MILES(United Kingdom) replied:
You need to apply for a China transit visa.
Nov. 5,2009 03:08
Mr.Andrew(United Kingdom) replied:
Thankyou. I wonder if anyone can tell me if there is any hotel within the airport in Beijing? I think I am going to just spend 12 hours in transit at airport (not leaving) so I dont have to get a visa. Any idea if Beijing airport is a nice airport too? It would be great to have some activities to do to pass the time... THANK YOU
Nov. 5,2009 04:50
Mr.Kevin replied:
Try to confirm with the website below:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/
20.
Nov. 4,2009 08:45 Reply
Mr.alexander(england) said:
my wife is a chinease national we are returning to china in febuary 2010 on our return to the uk we wish to have a stop over in hong kong for three days will my wife need a visa for a short break hong kong
Nov. 4,2009 19:10
Ms.MILES(United Kingdom) replied:
Your wife need a HK Exit and Entry Permit actually.
21.
Oct. 30,2009 22:54 Reply
Mr.Martin(German) said:
Hello,
i need help in a urgent situation!
I left china in the middle of october for a short contract in mexico and on the 2nd november i will fligh back over seoul / korea but i have no more Visa. is there any visa service at the airport or a travel agent how can arrange the visa from china for me?
Maybe is there a agency who can pick up my passport at a hotel close to the airport an do this service when there is nothing at the airport available?
Please answer soon
Martin
Oct. 31,2009 04:34
Mr.Levi replied:
I'm just cofused sir. You said you left China in the middle of October, so you are not in China now, right?
However, you said you want to find a travel agent to process the South Korea visa from China for you when you at the airport, at Korea airport or China's airport?
Would you please clear it?
Nov. 4,2009 05:13
Mr.Sunay(nigeria) replied:
Not yet, but i will like you to link me with any company that deal with sales of electronics/cars and the process of going about it.
thanks
Mr.Sunday
Nov. 4,2009 19:09
Ms.MILES(United Kingdom) replied:
Mr.Sunay, you can get lots of such info. on the internet yourself.
22.
Nov. 4,2009 04:24 Reply
Mr.Li(UK) said:
Hi,
I wonder if anyone can clarify some points regarding the conditions for a Visa Free Transit through China. I am a British passport holder. I am travelling to Taipei through Pudong Airport. However, my flight tickets are in TWO parts: Paris-->Shanghai (with SWISS Air arriving at 7.25am) and Shanghai-->Taipei (with China Southern Airline leaving 3 hours later on the same day ). I will not leave the airport obviously. Would I be qualified for the Visa Fee Transit?
urgent please advise.
Nov. 4,2009 19:06
Ms.MILES(United Kingdom) replied:
Yes, you son't need any transit visa.
23.
Nov. 2,2009 08:08 Reply
Mr.Sunny(United Kingdom) said:
I am in United Kingdom and i am a citizen of nigeria, i am willing to go on electronic business in china please can you use your office to explain how to apply for business passport in other to start the business or which type of visa do i need ? and how am i going to apply for it.I will be happy if you can elighten me about this, Thanks
Nov. 2,2009 22:38
Mr.Hogan replied:
Have you had any partner in China?
24.
Oct. 30,2009 05:32 Reply
Ms.chacha(UK) said:
hi
I am travelling to Australia but i have a 10 hour wait in Hong Kong..do i need to apply for a visa if i want to leave the airport and view the city for the few hours i will be waiting in the airport for my connection flight??
Oct. 30,2009 20:22
Mr.Winston replied:
British passport holders are exempt from visa to Hk for 180 days.
25.
Oct. 28,2009 17:12 Reply
Mrs.Cooper(England) said:
Is it possible to have an application turned around on the same day?
Oct. 28,2009 20:03
Mr.Jacob replied:
You mean at the China embassy in U.K.? it's possible.
26.
Oct. 28,2009 05:41 Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(UK) said:
Thank you Ms Ann for reply to last questions. Sorry i have 2 more questions. NO:1..If i obtain 6 month visa in UK ..does that only allow me to stay in China 30 days after arrival or longer.. NO:2 If i obtain visa in Thailand or Malaysia how long can i stay in China after arrival ?..30 days or can i get visa to stay longer? Many thanks
Oct. 28,2009 20:02
Ms.Sarah replied:
1. if you get a 6 months multiple entry visa, you can stay in China 60 dyas for each entry.
2. if you just get a single entry visa, you are right that you may stay in China for 30 days after entry.
27.
Oct. 27,2009 06:52 Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(UK) said:
HI... i will be on tour in 2010 and probably in Bangkok in Feb/Mar 2010. As UK passport holder can i get visa for China to visit in May/June 2010 and what documents would i need. Would i need to get 6mths visa or would normal visa cover stay i China until end of June2010...Many thanks.
Oct. 27,2009 20:56
Ms.Anne replied:
Where will you apply for your visa, in UK or Thailand?
either a sinle entri China visa or a multiple entry visa for 6 months both will allows you to stay in Chin afor 30 days for each entry.
28.
Oct. 27,2009 06:21 Reply
Mr.Chris.V.(uk) said:
On tour in 2010 and will need to get visa for China when in Malaysia (KL). As UK passport holder not needing Malaysia visa what do i need to present to China Embassy to obtain visa. Thanks.
Oct. 27,2009 20:53
Ms.Ann replied:
I think you valid entry record to Malysia will do.
29.
Oct. 26,2009 18:29 Reply
Mrs.Hart(England) said:
I am in he middle of a long trip. It would be convenient for me to get a chinese visa in Rabat for China, as very soon I will be heading for China. I am a british citizen, so is it possible to do this. Thank you
Oct. 26,2009 22:12
Mr.Clark replied:
it's possible, madam.
Oct. 27,2009 04:34
Mrs.Hart(England) replied:
Thank you for your reply. I have looked on their website and as I do not speak Frence would like to confirm that they do a 24 hour service. So if I take my application in one morning it should be ready the next, subject to their office hours. I think they were open Tues, Thurs and Friday, if my guessing was correct.
Oct. 27,2009 20:52
Ms.Anita replied:
I think the embassy don't provide 24 hours service, please contact them directly to get their working hours and relevant info. about your China vis application.
30.
Oct. 23,2009 16:48 Reply
Mr.Leonardo(UK) said:
Hi, we are a Turkish citizen resident in the UK and an Italian citizen resident in the UK. We are planning to travel to Hong Kong between 24.12.2009 and 2.1.2010 and would like to make a quick visit to China. Are we entitled to get a Chinese Visa from Hong Kong, or should we apply in our country of residence (UK)?
Thanks for your answer
Oct. 23,2009 20:12
Mr.Matthew replied:
You can apply for the visa in Hk after you fix your trip to mainland China.