As China's influence continues to grow on the international stage, more and more foreign friends are eager to come to China to experience the unique charm of this ancient land. Here is a detailed guide on how to apply for a Chinese tourist visa.

I. Basic Material Preparation

1.    Passport: Original passport with at least six months of validity remaining and at least two blank visa pages.

2.    China Visa Application Form: Your personal information and travel-related details should be provided completely and accurately. The visa officer will carefully verify to determine whether to approve your entry plan.

3.    Visa Photos: Two recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-sized color photos without a hat, showing a full face against a plain white or light background. One photo should be attached to the printed visa application form.

4.    Proof of legal residency (for applicants not residing in their country of nationality): Provide original and photocopies of valid certificates or visas showing that you are legally residing, living, working, and studying in the country you reside in.

II. Supporting Documents

Display relevant travel documents related to the itinerary, including round-trip flight tickets and hotel reservation records, proposed travel plans, and other materials.

III. Processing Procedure

1.    Prepare other travel materials such as flight tickets, hotel reservation records, and a rough travel itinerary. If you have a genuine and valid invitation letter, please provide it.

2.    Fill out the visa application form, print it out, attach a photo to the paper application form, and sign it with the submission date written below your signature.

3.    If you need to submit an application to the China Visa Application Service Center, please make an online appointment.

4.    Bring all the prepared documents to the consulate, wait in line for a number and submit them. Pay the visa fee and obtain a receipt.

5.    Retrieve your passport on the specified date.

In summary, applying for a Chinese tourist visa requires careful preparation of materials, following the process, and patiently waiting for the approval result. We hope you have a pleasant journey in China!