​Official Websites You Must Know for China Visa Application

Websites You Must Know for China Visa Application

As you know, many China visa application procedures need to be done online on different official websites. And that could be confusing.

In this article, we collected the main websites and their functions you need to know to apply for a China visa.

China Online Visa Application(From abroad) (COVA)

中国签证在线填表（境外申请）

This website can be used to fill in the basic information online when applying for a visa to China from abroad.

Applicants can print it out for submission to the local Chinese consulate or embassy to apply for a visa offline.

All applicants (excluding Hong Kong SAR visa applicants) can log on to this website and fill in the visa application form online. 

Visit the website 

by the link or scan the QR code below

https://cova.mfa.gov.cn

NOTE: 

Completing the application form online does not guarantee that you will be granted a visa to China. The Chinese Embassy or Consulate will make the final decision on your visa and it may not be the same as if you had filled in your application.

Service system for foreigners working in China

外国人来华工作管理服务系统（境内）

All companies employing foreign workers will need to register an account on this website. 

All application, extension, transfer, and cancellation of work peimits will be done on this platform.

The application process and requirements for documents are rather detailed and complex. Small mistakes can lead to rejections, and that may affect your future visa applications. 

Reason for rejection

Visit the website 

by the link or scan the QR code below

https://fuwu.most.gov.cn/lhgzweb/

VisaOfChina Team could assist you and your company regarding cancellation/ application of work visas/ education certification and more visa solutions.

This website offers score calculation for work visa application for free.

The scoring system is uesd as one of the ways to determine the category of work visa. For example, type A work visa requires 85 points in the score system.

Use the score calculation system  

by the link or scan the QR code below

https://anychinavisa.com/en/score.php

NOTE: 

Normally, the 'Service system for foreigners working in China' can only be logged in with company accounts. Therefore individuals cannot apply/extend/transfer/cancel their own work permits. 

(City)Online platform for Government Affairs of Exit-Entry Administration Bureau 

(市级)出入境管理局电子政务平台

The website of the local Exit-Entry Administration Bureau lists official policies regarding visa applications. Other functions can differ from city to city.

The website of the Shanghai Exit-Entry Administration Bureau can accept applications for various types of residence permits for foreigners.

VisaOfChina Team could assist you offline with the submission of documents for residence permits applications

Visit the website 

by the link or scan the QR code below

https://gaj.sh.gov.cn/crj/zwgk

If you have any questions about China visa applications(work visa, PU letter, company registration and more), please contact our visa consultant Annie (WeChat ID: AnyHelper-ss).

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