Most foreign nationals will require a visa to visit China. There are several classes but for those of you reading this page an L or tourist visa will be the one you need. Tourist visas are usually granted for a 30 day stay in China however in certain cases and in Hong Kong it is possible to get 90 days.

Getting your Visa Outside of China

First port of call should be your nearest Chinese Consulate or Embassy. If you do not have a Chinese Embassy or Consulate near where you live then you can locate a Travel Agent or Visa Agent. In most cases you can obtain your Chinese Visa either in person or by post.

Renewing or Extending your Visa in China

Getting a visa extension in China is relatively easy at the moment providing that your total stay has not exceeded 12 months. I have listed some reliable China Visa Agents below.

Useful Web Sites About Chinese Visa