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10-year China Visa for US and Canadian Citizens

 The 10-year visas suspended because of covid-19 have been activated on March 15, 2023. As long as they are within the validity period, their holders are allowed to enter China as before.

What is the 10-year China visa?

The 10-year China visa allows holders to enter China for multiple times during the validity of up to 10 years without the trouble of applying for visa again and again. Can I get a 10-year Chinese visa? You may ask. Well, currently, the multiple entry Chinese visa for 10 years is applicable to citizens from US, Canada, UK, Argentina and Brazil. The 10 years Chinese visa for Australians is on the way according to some reports, but yet not sure when to happen.

Below is some information on the 10-year China visa for US and Canadian citizens. British citizens can click to browse the page of 10-year China Visa for UK Citizens.
 

How long can I stay in China on a China ten-year visa?

10-year China Visa Categories Maximum Stay Length per Entry
Tourist (L) 60 days
Business (M) 60 days
Family Reunion (Q2) 90 days
Private Visit (S2) 120 days
 

10-year China Visa Fee for US and Canadian Citizens

The 10 years China visa is not expensive than short-term Chinese visa despite its longer validity.

A 10-year China visa for US citizens costs 140 US dollars.

The 10-year Chinese visa fees for Canadian citizens is 110 Canadian dollars. However, due to the fact that Canadians have to handle it at Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC), they need to pay additional service fee to the center.
 

10-year China Visa Requirements & Documents

Are the requirements different from normal visa application? In general, they are quite similar to normal visa application requirements.

The required documents include:
1. A well completed application form. Remember that the application form should be filled in online, printed out and signed.  Click to fill in the application form

2. A valid passport is required. For US citizens, the remaining validity should be at least one year. For Canadian citizens, the remaining validity should be longer than the expected length of visa.

3. Documents to support your entry purpose. For example, if you apply for a tourist visa, you may need to provide round trip air tickets and hotel booking records for the first entry or an invitation letter from your friends or family members in China.
 

How to apply for a 10-year Visa to China

After all the documents are ready, make an appoinment for the visa application submission for the Chinese consular office in charge of your residence address. For Canadian citizens, they need to go to the CVASC. After successful submission, just wait for the result for about four working days and collect your passport and visa on the date shown on your pick-up slip.
 

FAQs

 1. Can US and Canadian citizens actually get the 10-year China visa?
 For US citizens, yes; while for Canadian citizens, it depends on the remaining validity of their passports because the longest validity of the visa shall not exceed the remaining validity of the passport. That is, if a Canadian's passport is not valid for more than 10 years, he or she cannot get a 10-year China visa.


 2. For the 10-year L visa, do I need to show flight and hotel arrangements each time of entry?
 No, you just need to show flight and hotel arrangements for the first entry.


 3. If my passport expires within ten years, will my 10-year China visa also expire?
 For US citizens, the 10-year China visa is still valid and they can enter China by carrying both your old and new passports, provided that the personal details on both passports are consistent. While for Canadians, their visa expires along with their passport.


 4. Can I work on a 10-year China visa?
 Definitely not. If you are on a 10-year M visa, you can conduct commercial activities, but it is not equivalent to taking a job in China.
 

Further Reading:

10-year China Visa for Argentine Citizens

In Argentina, the 10-year Chinese visa is only for Tourist (L) and Business (M) purposes, with the price being 2,470 pesos. The passport should be valid for at least six months when submitting the application. The max. stay length is 90 days after each entry.

- Last updated on Feb. 18, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on 10-year China Visa for US and Canadian Citizens
Asked by Mei from CANADA | Mar. 15, 2024 05:29Reply
Canadians in China 1month: should we extend our (10yr) 2month visa, or renew in HK from Shenzhen?
I'm on L visa, husband, M - after invite letter from Beijing publisher - now wanting to be in Beijing past visa expiry (we're now in rural area near Hong Kong with relatives). Applying for visa extension for both maybe difficult here (to get all relevant documents & go to city PSB?), & Bj inviter unsure if can do for us there. We need to book new flight out soon, but unsure departing date til know if can extend stay (or becomes too expensive), so can't just wait til we're in Bj in 2 weeks. If extend, is it a new visa that cancels 10yr visa (like before)? Or could we just cross Shenzhen border again to HK (how we entered month ago) & just re-enter on new 2month visa stamp? (do 10yr M visas need new invite letters?)
Answers (1)
Answered by Marcy | Mar. 18, 2024 18:12
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For a M visa extension, you do need the necessary documents including the invitation letter provided by the Beijing publisher, or it will be hard to get one. For a L visa extension, you will need provided your travel itinerary and the extension will be no more than 30 days. The visa extension won't cancel your visa applied before. Only if there is a change of your visa type, will the old visa be canceled.
Asked by Dave from CANADA | Mar. 05, 2024 06:59Reply
Canadian Passport Expiring in 2 Years
I'd like to get a 10-year tourist visa, however this article states that the validity cannot exceed the time remaining on the passport. Does that mean I'd apply for a 2 year multiple-entry visa instead?
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Answered by Helen | Mar. 06, 2024 21:47
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Yes, it does, and you may renew your passport and then apply for it.
Asked by dgkrueg from UNITED STATES | Feb. 29, 2024 11:14Reply
I recently received a "L" tourist visa, 90 days length of visit, M multiple entry for 10 years. How
How often can I return to China as a tourist and how much time must elapse between entries?
I also have relatives living in China (Chinese in-laws). Is visiting them considered part of tourism?
I had an agent register a company in China, but it is just getting started. May I also inquire into business affairs as a tourist? David
Answers (1)
Answered by Tina | Feb. 29, 2024 18:47
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There is no number limit. However, the total stay within a 12-month period shall not exceed 180 days. It is okay to hold the visa to visit relatives but I'm not sure about business purpose and you'd better confirm with the Chinese embassy or consulate.
Asked by Nike from CANADA | Feb. 27, 2024 19:47Reply
10Yrs Visa still Valid?
Hi
I am from Canada and am I still able to get the 10 year visa? or did they stop issuing the 10 year visa after covid?
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Answered by Helen | Feb. 28, 2024 19:46
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Hi, it is still valid and you can apply for it.
Asked by Apple from CANADA | Feb. 27, 2024 19:43Reply
Possibility?
Hi
My Canadian Passport expires on Dec 22 2033. So I am slightly short from full 10 year validity.
Do you think I can get the 10 year visa this case?
If not, What will be the closest and longest visa I could go for?
Thanks in advance.
Answers (1)
Answered by Jessica | Feb. 27, 2024 23:21
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You may get the visa till 2033, along with your passport.
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