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Home > FAQ > China > What are the entries for China visa?

What are the entries for China visa?

Traveling to China promises an exhilarating experience. It's a journey brimming with cultural, historical, and natural marvels that will create memories to last a lifetime. However, there are crucial details you should be aware of before embarking on this adventure. One such detail is the visa requirement, specifically concerning "entries" associated with a China visa.

What Does 'Entries' Mean?

The term "entries" is self-explanatory. It denotes the number of times you are permitted to enter the country during the visa's validity period. China offers visas with varying numbers of entries, as detailed below.

Types of Entries on a China Visa

China visas typically fall under three primary entry categories:

Single Entry

As implied, a single-entry visa grants you one entry into China. Once you depart China, regardless of whether the visa's duration hasn't elapsed, you cannot re-enter on the same visa.

Double Entry

This visa allows for two entries into China within the visa's valid period. After your second departure, you can't use the same visa to re-enter.

Multiple Entries

Ideal for business travelers or those with frequent trips to China. With this visa, there's no set limit on the number of times you can enter or exit China during its validity period.

How to Choose the Right Entry Type

Selecting the ideal visa depends on your specific needs and plans for your China trip:

For tourists or first-time visitors making a single trip to China, a Single Entry visa is suitable.

Double Entry visas cater to those planning to venture to neighboring countries before returning to China. For instance, you might enter China, travel to Hong Kong or Macao, then head back to mainland China.

As previously mentioned, the Multiple Entries visa serves business travelers, those with extended ties to China, or relatives of Chinese residents best.

Can I Change My Entry Type After Receiving the Visa?

Regrettably, no. Once you've utilized your visa, you cannot modify the entry type. It's crucial, therefore, to meticulously plan your journey and apply for the appropriate visa entry. If unexpected changes arise, you'll need to secure a new visa. We advise double-checking your travel plans before visa application to minimize complications.

China Visa Validity

Understanding visa entries is crucial, as is grasping China visa validity periods. There are mainly four validity types:

  • 3-Month Validity: Best for short stays in China, this visa includes Tourist visas (L), some Business visas (M), and certain non-commercial visit visas.
  • 6-Month Validity: Suitable for those planning multiple trips within six months. Visas like Tourist (L) and Business (M) often fall under this category, available with single, double, or multiple entries.
  • 1-Year Validity: Geared toward those with long-standing connections to China, such as family or business. Business visas (M), family reunion visas (Q), and private visit visas (S) often offer this validity with multiple entries.
  • 10-Year Visa: Available to certain nationalities, mainly for tourism, business, and short-term family visits. Though the visa lasts ten years, individual stays often cap at 60 days for tourists. It's typically issued as a Tourist (L) or Business (M) visa.

Consequences of Overstaying or Exceeding Entries

All travelers must be vigilant about the repercussions of overstays or exceeding visa entries. Attempting a second entry on a Single Entry visa or remaining in China post visa expiration might lead to detention, fines, or deportation.

Conclusion 

Thoroughly plan your trip, understand visa stipulations, and savor your Chinese journey. If the idea of applying for a Chinese visa seems daunting, reach out to us, and we can assist you.

 

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