Doing Business in China

There are seven types of China visa to foreign residents.If you want to come to China,be sure to get your China visa first.China Visa type you need depends on your length of stay,and purpose for your visit.Here are all types and detailes of China visa to foreign residents.

1.Tourist China Visa (L):
For those who are entering on short-term travel plans, the tourist visa is the easiest and most popular. It allows for a single 30 day stay, but can be extended twice for a total of 90 days once in China.

2.Business China Visa (F):
Valid for singel entry, double entry, 6 months. 12 months or 24 months (U.S. citizens must exit every 30 days), this visa is for those who will be on short term assignments in China and intend to return following a specific time. Visas can be extended twice for total period of 18 months before a new visa must be reissued.

3.Employment China Visa (Z):
Foreign passport holders who will join a company in China will need to apply for a work permit and visa. Process can be completed within China or externally, and can take 2 months to complete entire process.Work permit is good for 2 years, but visa is only good for one. Visa can be extended to 2 years easily.

4.Study China Visa (X):
Whether a student of Chinese language at a private school, or enrolled in university, students will need to get a letter of invitation to get this visa. Visa does require full-time attendance, and is good for 6 months.

5.Transit China Visa (G Visa)
Transit Visa (G Visa) is issued to an alien who transits through China.

6.Tourist Group China Visa
The Tourist Group  Visa is the one that issued to a tourist group organized by the travel agency which comprises at least five (5) members who must travel together both in and out of China.The Tourist Group  Visa is evidenced on the Group Tourist Form instead of on the individual passport.

7.Resident China Visa (D Visa)
Resident Visa (D Visa) is issued to an alien who comes to reside permanently in China.

A few additional notes about China visas:
1) Chinese officials have begun cracking down on foreign residents whom are living and working in China on F visas. So, if you intend to work in China, make sure you have the proper documentation

2) Overstaying a visa is taken seriously, and the fees can be as high as 500RMB per day overstayed. this is particularly important for those whose passports have expired as the normal time period may be shorted to match the last day of validity.