Chinese Visa Direct - Fully Accredited China Visa based in London (est 2005)

What does Chinese Visa Direct do?

We are not part of the Chinese Embassy

Why should I use Chinese Visa Direct?

1. You get Chinese Visa Direct's full assistance – any questions – just call or email us! It's all part of our consultation service. We check for errors and advise what documents you need to bring with you to the Chinese Visa Centre. If you would prefer, we will complete the online form for you.

2. You will need to attend the Chinese Visa Centre - there is no getting around that. However, early fingerprint appointments can be arranged (call for details if you need a next day appointment). We'll have someone there at the Chinese Visa Application Centre to meet, greet and guide you through the process.

3. We retrieve your passport and visa for China from the Chinese Visa Centre and hold it to your order. We can keep it in our office for you to collect at a convenient time, return by Royal Mail Special Delivery or courier (extra charges apply)

How do I obtain a Chinese Visa myself (without Chinese Visa Direct's help)?

1. If you don’t have the correct documentation to back up your application for a visa for China, or there is an error on your online application form, the Chinese Visa Centre will reject the form, and you will have to start again, as you will not be able to make any changes to it yourself;

2. You have to book an appointment to have your fingerprints taken and to submit your documents for your visa for China at the Chinese Visa Centre - no guarantees of convenient appointments and queues to deal with.

3. If you are using the Express service, you will have to collect your passport (with China Visa) from the Chinese Visa centre - they do not offer to post or courier your documents back to you.

What kind of China visa can I get?

China Visa - Tourist
( L Type )

This is what you should apply for if you are going on holiday to China. For UK passsport holders, we can usually obtain a 2 year multiple entry visa but this is subject to the discretion of the embassy. Examples of applicants: holidaymakers, school groups (please do call us early if you are travelling in a school group).

China Visa - Business
( M Type )

Get this visa if you are going to do business in China, e.g. visiting a trading partner or supplier, or a trade fair etc. For UK passsport holders, we can usually obtain a 2 year multiple entry visa but this is subject to the discretion of the embassy.

China Visa - Academic
( F Type )

This visa is for when you are invited to China by an a non commercial entity or authority for non trading purposes.

China Visa - Work
( Z Type )

If you have a job to go to in China, this is the visa you should apply for. Other people who have applied for this visa for work purposes include pop groups and musicians (for concerts) and other celebrities (for filming purposes, for example).

China Study Visa
( X type )

Get this visa if you are going to study in China. X1 visas are for longer stays and need to be converted into residence permits. X2 visas are for shorter stays.

China Visa - Family Visit
( Q and S Type )

Apply for a Q visa if you are going to visit Chinese family in China. Apply for an S visa if you are visiting relatives who are not Chinese nationals but working or studying in China.

China Visa - Cabin Crew
( C Type )

This visa is issued to foreign crew members of aircraft, trains and ships, and motor vehicle drivers engaged in cross-border transport activities.

China Visa - Journalist
( J type )

The J1 visa is for journalists who are based in China.

The J2 visa is for visiting journalists who are, for example, entering China to cover a story.

China Visa - Other Visas
( R and G type )

There are also Transit Visas (G Type) and Highly Skilled Individual Visas as designated by the Chinese Government (R Type). These are less common visa types but we can still assist if you need help obtaining one. Please call us if you want our help with these visas.