Chinese Embassies and Consulates
Selected Questions and Answers:
Asked by Mr. Russ(China)
I'm Canadian and have been married to a Chinese lady got two years. We got married and we now both live here. What is the procedure for me to qualify for a long term (5 year) permament visa if I plan to stay longer here? I have now been living here for more than four years.
Answered by Mr.Charles
It is very difficult to get a permanent visa. Please read the Regulations on Permanent Residence of Aliens on the website https://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/refusal.htm, then you know the regulations are so strict and rigorous.
Asked by Ms. Lily(USA)
Hi, I'm a US passport holder. My 1 year Chinese Visa will expire soon, but I need to stay longer for another five days. I don't think I'll have time to renew it prior to my trip.
So my question here is, can I extend or renew it while in Beijing? I thank you in advance for your prompt response.
Answered by Mrs. Lorna(USA)
Yes, you can extend the duration of your visa at the Exit & Enter Department of Beijing Public Security Bureau before it expires.
Asked by Ms. Marja(AUSTRALIA)
I am a German passport holder with a working visa for Australia, wishing to travel soon - is it possible for me to obtain a visa from one of the consulates in Australia (or possibly new Zealand, as I may be traveling here in the next few months)?? Thanks :)
Answered by Mr. Mac
Yes, you can apply from one Chinese consulate in Australia which is near to you because you hold Australian work visa which permits you stay in Australia for a long time. If you apply in New Zealand, you maybe can't get it because you just a temporary visitors to New Zealand. Please bear in mind that single entry tourist L is only valid for 3 months, please don't apply for it too early.
- Last updated on Sep. 05, 2024 -
Questions & Answers on Chinese Embassies and Consulates
Asked by
TAJINDER from INDIA | Oct. 21, 2024 01:41
ReplyWhen I fill up my house adress it says invalid adress
How can i solve this problem
Asked by
Annalie from USA | Oct. 14, 2024 14:21
ReplyDallas, Texas Resident Business Visa
Since the Consulate in Houston is closed, where can I apply for a 10-year business visa if I reside in Dallas, Texas?
Answers (1)
Answered by
Emily | Oct. 14, 2024 23:24
You should go to the China Embassy in Washington D.C.
Asked by
Philip from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 10, 2024 12:05
ReplyDo I need a visa if I plan to arrive in China on 28 Dec 2024 but depart after 10 Jan 2025?
Planning a 14-day holiday to China 28/12/2024 to 10/01/2025. Travelling on an Australian passport. Arrive during the visa-free period but depart after the visa-free period expires. Do I need a holiday visa?
Answers (2)
Answered by
Marcy | Oct. 10, 2024 19:55
To travel without visa, you need to leave China before 24:00, 11/1/2025 if you arrive at 28/12/2024. So you don't need a visa for the 14-day holiday.
Australia passport holders can stay in China without a visa for at most 15 days.
Answered by
Philip | Oct. 10, 2024 22:34
Thank you Marcy! Much appreciated
Asked by
Gary Sue from U.S.A. | Oct. 07, 2024 22:40
ReplyHow to link old and new U.S passports?
How do I authenticate that I am the same person in my expired passport and my renewed passport? I purchased a house in China with my old passport 7 years ago. China’s Housing dept won’t accept my new passport unless it’s officially certified that I am the same person in both passports. Is this easier to do back in the US? Certification in China requires flying to a consulate city in China.
Answers (1)
Answered by
Emily | Oct. 08, 2024 19:37
I think you need to hire a lawyer to draft a statement, sign it and go to the China Embassy or consulate general according to your consular district to authenticate the statement to prove that you are the same person on both passports.
Asked by
Dima from CHINA | Oct. 07, 2024 19:17
ReplyOverstayed in China for a few months
Can’t I just go to my home country with my Chinese wife and pay the fine at the airport as we leave?
Answers (1)
Answered by
Lori | Oct. 10, 2024 19:52
As you have overstayed for too long, I'm afraid you cannot just pay the fine at the airport and leave, but need to go to the local PSB to deal with the overstay at first.