Is it possible to apply for a Chinese visa in Hong Kong? Normally, you’re expected to apply in your home country, but that’s not always convenient, especially if you’re already traveling abroad or living in China.
Here’s what you need to know in order to enter Hong Kong, apply for a China visa or renew your current visa.
Despite many changes in China’s visa policies, Hong Kong still remains one of the best places to obtain a visa or do a “visa run” for China outside of your home country. The best part is, it’s a great place to explore while you’re here!
Throughout my 10 years of living and traveling all around China, Hong Kong remains one of my favorite destinations. Getting a visa in Hong Kong is an excellent excuse to explore the region for a few days. I highly recommend it.
Before we go any further, I want to share that I’ve done my best to make sure that all information is up-to-date as of 2023. However, I’m well aware that anybody claiming to fully understand Chinese regulations is just fooling themselves. Please make sure you do your research before attempting to apply for a Chinese visa in Hong Kong.
Below are the most commonly asked questions regarding obtaining a Chinese visa in Hong Kong:
- Do I need a visa to enter Hong Kong?
- Is it still possible to obtain a Chinese visa in Hong Kong?
- Can I reset my Chinese tourist visa in Hong Kong?
- Should I get my China visa in Hong Kong or home country?
Do I Need a Visa to Enter Hong Kong?
If you are Canadian, Australian, American or European and plan to vacation in Hong Kong or visit for business, you do not need a visa. Citizens from the above countries are able to stay in Hong Kong for up to 90 days (if you are British your stay is extended to 180 days).
Upon arrival at the airport, custom officials will put a “Visa Exemption” ticket in your passport which states how long you can remain in Hong Kong without obtaining a proper visa. I recommend you check out some of the best travel guides for Hong Kong if you’ll be staying here for any extended amount of time.
There’s a lot to see in Hong Kong so take advantage of it while you’re getting the Chinese visa!
Can I Get a Chinese Visa in Hong Kong?
If you’ve been doing any amount of research on this subject, you know that there’s quite a bit of confusion around how/if you can get a Chinese visa in Hong Kong. Let me see if I can simplify the process for you.
The short answer to the question is yes, it is possible to apply for a China visa while you’re in Hong Kong. This is true of tourist visas (L), business visas (Z or M) and even student visas (X).
There are two primary methods for application in Hong Kong: applying in person at the China Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) or going through a Hong Kong visa agent. As you can imagine, an agent is more convenient but costs money. Going to the CVASC yourself takes a bit more effort but is cheaper.
Either way you go, there are a few things you need consider for application:
- You Must be Present in Hong Kong: This seems obvious, since application requires your physical passport, but I get people who ask me if they can apply in advance and then pick it up in Hong Kong. You can’t.
- You Need the Appropriate Paperwork: Most of the time, this just means your passport, passport photo, and completed visa application form, but if you have a minor with you (under 18), they’ll also need a birth certificate and copies of the parents’ passport. In addition to this, everybody who applies in Hong Kong will need to provide a printed itinerary, printed proof of transportation in/out of China and printed proof of your hotels. For those travelers who don’t plan that far in advance, there are common workarounds to these itinerary requirements for a China visa.
- You Need Enough Time: In most cases, you can receive your visa in 4 working days, which includes the day you drop off and pick up the passport. It is possible to pay for expedited service, which would lower that to 2-3 working days. You will need to remain in Hong Kong during this entire time.
Now that we’ve established what you need, let’s look at the two most common ways to apply for a China visa in Hong Kong.
1. Applying for a Chinese Visa via CVASC (Hong Kong)
The cheapest way to apply for a Chinese Visa in Hong Kong is to personally visit the CVASC. I recommend getting there when they open at 9am to avoid the lines that inevitably form. This map will give you a general idea of where the office is located, or you can click to see the Google Map.
- Address: 20F Capital Centre, 151 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong (20th floor, if that wasn’t clear)
- Open Hours: 9am – 4pm, Monday through Friday
- Appointment Scheduling: While walk-ins are accepted, it’s better to make an appointment.
- Contact: (852) 29921999 or [email protected]
- Visit the official CVASC Hong Kong Website for more info.
The process here is pretty straight-forward. Before you arrive at 9am, you’ll want to make sure that you have all your paperwork in order. Print out all the transportation and hotel confirmations that you have as well as an itinerary that shows exactly how you’ll be entering and exiting China.
If this travel information isn’t set in stone, that’s ok. You’ll need to build the itinerary for the sake of the China visa application, but in the end, once you enter China, you have the freedom to change your plans however you want.
There are photocopy machines at the CVASC (for a fee), but it’s best to bring your own photocopies of your passport, your Hong Kong permit, and all your transportation bookings. If I were you, I would make at least two copies to take with you. This will speed up the process when you arrive at the office.
The office is well-organized and you’ll be asked to check-in when you arrive. Once your number is called, you’ll go up for your “interview” and hopefully be done within an hour. When you’re finished, they’ll give you a date to come collect your passport from that same office (there’s a window specifically for pick-ups).
That’s it! The only complicated part will be taking the time to find the office and then making sure you have all the right paperwork. If that seems daunting to you or if your time is limited, you might want to consider a visa agency.
2. Using a Visa Agency to Get a China Visa in Hong Kong
The benefit of using an agency is the elimination of hassle (paperwork) and time. It’s not absolutely necessary, but they do exist as a service for travelers.
There are a number of agencies located in Hong Kong including China Travel Services (CTS) which is conveniently located at the Hong Kong airport and will help walk you through the process.
For those staying in Kowloon, I recommend visiting Forever Bright. For those across the bay in Wanchai, you can look up YZ Travel for help with your visa.
All of these agencies are pretty much the same. They’re all going to charge an additional fee and they’re all going to offer quick service (some advertise same day…which I’m skeptical about). I recommend choosing the office that’s nearest to the Hong Kong hotel where you’ll be staying.
Note for Those on a Diplomatic Passport
There’s old information on the internet that says you can apply for your Chinese visa at the Consular Department Office. This is no longer true. As of 2018, the only foreigners who can apply at the Consular Department are those with a diplomatic passport.
If this applies to you, you will need to visit the Consular Department Office which is located at the following address:
7th Floor, Lower Block, China Resources Building
26 Harbour Road
Wanchai, Hong Kong Island
I’m hesitant to put this information here because I know it could cause confusion. So let me state this again: do not go to the Consular Department unless you have a diplomatic visa. Otherwise, use an agency or head to the CVASC.
Can I Reset my China Visa in Hong Kong?
Yes, you can. A visit to Hong Kong, Taiwan, or Macau – although they’re technically part of China – is still considered as “leaving the country” and will allow you to reset your multi-entry China tourist visa.
This is especially helpful as you’re traveling through the southern part of China as Hong Kong is both easily accessible and usually quite cheap. There are buses, train and of course airports that connect Hong Kong with mainland China.
Once you enter Hong Kong, any entry back into China – assuming you have a multi-entry visa – will reset you to the length of time that your visa allows. That could be 30 days, 60 days or even 90 days depending on what you were given.
Should I Obtain a Chinese Visa in Hong Kong or in my Home Country?
One advantage of obtaining a Chinese Visa in Hong Kong rather than your home country is the potential savings. Many countries, especially Western countries such as Canada, charge extremely high fees for Chinese Visas.
While in Hong Kong you would also be applying in person so the service fees may be less. It’s also possible that certain visa agencies in Hong Kong will help you out with itineraries or won’t even require that you have hotel bookings or exit flights in place.
While Hong Kong is pretty liberal when it comes to handing out visas, there is no guarantee you will get one. Seeing as the regular delivery is four working days you will have to continue paying to stay in a hotel until your visa arrives. There is the option to use the express or rush delivery but these also come with a cost so, either way, it can get expensive.
Something else to keep in mind is that the Visa Office is closed on weekends and holidays so if you arrive on a Saturday you will have to wait until Monday to apply.
Where you apply for your Chinese Visa is really up to and your circumstances. If you are planner and like to have everything in place before you leave for vacation, applying for a China visa at home may be the better option. If you are a spontaneous traveler who likes to take your trips day by day, applying in Hong Kong may better suit your needs.
hello can ı get the vısa ın hong kong ımmedıately or should ı stay there 2-3 days?
It’s usually best to budget a couple days for the process, unless you’re willing to pay extra to have everything expedited.
I M booked to visit hong kong. Flights and hotel booked and paid for. I arrive in hk on 23rd march and depart for the uk on 5 april. Because i am currently visit
Ing france, i did not have time to sort out a visa, before i left. I need my uk passport to visit and depart from france. I am booking in to my hk hotel and will stay there 7 days , before moving to shenzhen to see a friend
I am American and currently living in China on a student visa, but will be switching to a tourist visa. Am I able to apply for the 10 year multiple entry tourist visa in Hong Kong? or is a trip to thailand a better option?
You can do it from both places, although from personal experience Thailand can be a somewhat cheaper option (minus the transportation costs). 🙂
Thanks, I just was not finding any examples online of people getting the 10 year visa!
Dear Sabrina
Here are the sample of 10 years multiple entry for usa citizen applying in china embassy at kuala lumpur, malaysia.
visit this link: http://www.tripvisa.my/sample-of-china-visa-10-years-multiple-entry-for-us-passport/
Hi got to china in october with a double entry visa, I did not have to leave as immogration was kind enough to renovate it in mainland in december however i must go to hong kong to get a new one by the end of march. I am venezuelan citizen, what are the odds I get it with the express service? Thanks in advance!
Hmm…I don’t really like speculating on odds. If I were you, I would contact either the Venezuelan embassy in Hong Kong or the Chinese embassy in Hong Kong to ask details about express service.
Im a liberian, currently In china on a single entry business visa. Is it possible to obtain a student visa in Hong kong? If yes, then how long will it take?
It should be possible to change over to a student visa while you’re in China. You’ll need the school where you’ll be studying to prepare all the paperwork, I think it’s form JW201.
hi.
i am currently in china on a tourist visa on my south african passport.
i would however like to find out if i would be able to travel to hong kong to get a tourist visa till july on my british passport as i have a british passport and was only able to get a month visa in south africa on my south african passport.
thanks.
Is it possible to get a visa in the weekends,
are the visastores open in the weekends.
is it possible to get a Chinese visa with same-day service at the chinese travel service in HKG? if not, what’s the shortest turnaround i can expect for expedited service?
poss to change a Bus visa to a student x visa in Hong Kong now?
Hi, I have and S2 visa in China, can I apply for the same kind of visa since Hong Kong?
Hi, I’m a Brit and currently have a z visa as I work in China. Can I apply for my new Z visa in Hong Kong or does it have to be from my home country?
Hi Luke, you should be able to apply for the visa from Hong Kong, but I would check with the Chinese embassy website to make 100% certain.
I am arriving into Hong Kong on a Thursday at 6pm. Is there any way to get a M visa for Friday or Saturday pickup? How much would that be? Where is the best place to get it done? Also, I have a Canadian passport.
Hi Toni, I don’t believe it’s possible to order a visa for pickup when you arrive. It might be possible to expedite a 24 hour turnaround for a visa application, though. In both cases, I suggest you connect with the Chinese embassy in Hong Kong to determine what is possible.
Hi I am a south african in china on an x2 visa it is expiring now can I go to hong kong to get a tourist visa?
I can’t be 100% sure. The best thing you can do is contact your embassy in China and the Chinese embassy in Hong Kong to get more details for your specific situation.
did you get this all sorted in HONG KONG?
Hi there, I’ve heard that things have been getting stricter, especially if I already have a few tourist visas on my passport. SHould I expect to get rejected if I apply again?
No, I wouldn’t say that. You should definitely look to get a 10-year tourist visa so you don’t have to go through this again, though.
Hello josh.
My name is houssen. From the comoros islands. Now I’m in China On student visa. My visa will expire on 31st July.
I will get an INVITATION letter for a z visa soon and was wondering if i can get it done in hong Kong or i must go back to my country for that.
Many thanks
Cheers,
Do you need a residency permit if you are on a x2 visa?
No matter what visa you get, you will always need to apply for a residency permit in order to stay long-term in China.
I have vietnam passport and green card 10 years. I want to go CHONGCHING to visit my FRIENDs and i also want to go to hongkong, so should i APPY both visa for china and HONGKONG Or i just need visa from china for both place? How can i do it? I live in ILLInois, us (chicago)
Thanks
No you dont. You just need to reGister where you liVe at the poLice station aRound not at the immigration Office
Thanks for your guide, Josh! I was just in Hong Kong and got my own Chinese Visa and it served as a good starting point. A lot of things have changed recently though: it’s no longer necessary to use a Visa Agency at all! I wrote a detailed “How To” for the new process on my blog: https://www.manuelsalmann.com/blog/how-to-get-a-tourist-visa-for-china-in-hong-kong
Best, Manuel
I am INDONESIAN citizen and planning to VISIT My friend in china from hongkong, beside proper document, what kind invitation that my need to prepare?
You shouldn’t need an invitation. Indonesian passport holders are allowed 30 days free entry into Hong Kong without a visa. If you want to stay longer than that (or if you want to work or study while there), you’ll need to apply for a proper visa.
Thank you for your article! Very helpful to me！
But I still have some questions to ask.
I was admitted to a Chinese university for Bachelor, I am waiting for them to send me a letter of acceptance and jw202 in my country Romania to me, But I want to go to China early, just this month.
So I apply for a tourist visa first.Then wait for the pre-school（when I have received the admission notice and jw202.）Go to Hong Kong for visa X1. Can it be like this?
I’m hesitant to answer your question because I can’t be 100% sure. The best thing you can do is connect with the Chinese consulate in Romania and ask them.
Hi!
I am currently travelling in Taiwan with a tourist visa. I was accepted as an exchange student to a Chinese university (this is my 2 time) which starts in September. I thought I would be able to apply for a student visa from Taiwan but apparently, that is impossible.
I already spent an exchange semester in China last year (5 months) and now went for a month tourist trip there (mid-May – mid-June). After that trip, I travelled to Taiwan. So, I have been to China and never overstayed my visa and I have all the papers and everything in order for the student visa. The student visa a short-term visa (under 180 days) and I have a flight booked out of China. My overall stay in mainland China is 160 days.
am i able to apply for the student visa from hong kong?
You should be able to, Elina…but I highly recommend you contact the Chinese embassy in Hong Kong to be sure.
Hi
I plan to fly to shanghai. When i arrive i would like To take directly a flight to hong kong for 3 days but with an other AIRLINE. After that i will go back to shanghai for a week.
Do i NEEd a chinese double entry visa or could i use the first time the 72 hours visa on ARRIVAL?
Hmm…interesting question that I don’t know the answer to. You’ll need to contact the Chinese embassy for that one!
hi Josh .
Is it possible to get a 90 day multiple entry M business visa in hong kong I have already have a tourist visa and an business visa and I have a 90 day extension on my business visa
I have already booked all flights and accommodation.
Hey Jason, if it’s possible, the consulate in Hong Kong should be able to do it. I will warn you, though, that technically you’re not supposed to have multiple active China visas. Don’t be surprised if they cancel the tourist and business visa in order to issue you a new M visa.
Hi Josh, I am currently in HK working and have a visa, been here over 7yrs so also applied for my HK PR, over 6 weeks ago but not been approved yet, I will now transfer with my company to shanghai, they originally said I will apply for a z visa, takes about 2 months then go to sh and get work permit / resident permit after a week or so, they are now saying better and quicker to apply l visa tourist, then they will apply for z visa an work permit, but I must stay in sh during this process which takes 1 month, and I will be unpaid as cannot pay until have a work permit, this is very strange ? could I also be there for even more than 1 month waiting, tks Stefano, I hv a uk passport btw
Hi Stefano, while it’s not ideal, it is common for companies to have their workers come in on a tourist visa and then switch to a work visa. What I would be careful about it actually doing work. It’s illegal to work on a tourist visa, so if they’re going to ask you to come to Shanghai on a tourist visa and not pay you until you get a work visa, then you shouldn’t work at all during that time. Just my two cents.
Hi Josh, I’m living in HK and have an HK ID Card. I’m working on applying for a 10-year visa (US Citizen) and am hoping you can help. Our first trip over to China will be a quick 2-night stay in SHENZHEN and we’d be taking the MTR to cross the boarder, which you can’t purchase tickets for. Do you know if the consulate here in HK considers round-trip ferry tickets as a valid form of confirmation that we will be leaving the country on a specific date rather than a round-trip flight? Because we want to make more future trips over to China I don’t want to apply for the 5-day, SHENZHEN visa that’s available. Thanks for any insight you can provide.
Hey Dana, I wish I could give you a definitive answer but I’m not 100% sure. You’re going to need to connect with the consulate in Hong Kong to be certain about what’s possible.
Hi Josh:
i am an american (currently in the us) who for scheduling reasons is looking to apply for an x1 visa in hong kong. I have all my paperwork in order, do you think i will be able to do it? thanks so much for your advice and for keeping up with this thread.
It should be possible, Matthew, but I recommend reaching out to your Chinese consulate in the US to be sure.
I am currently living in China was teaching but have reached the age where i can no longer get a z visa. my boss wants to get me a 30 day l visa my concern is will i then be able to get the 10 year l visa for americans in hong kong ? or should i go to hong kong and get the 10 year visa before my z visa expires?
Hi James, I think your bigger concern should be whether you should continue working for a boss that wants you to work on an L visa. That’s a huge risk that has landed some expats in jail in the past.
Josh, i do not plan on working and my boss would not ask me to. i have lived in china for 18 years 15 in suzhou and even get my ss benefits direct deposited to boc. i retired from teaching june 30th. i have made my home here and just wish to remain.
So my original question was should i get a 30 day tourist visa here in China and the go to Hong Kong and try and get the 10 year visa or skip getting the 30 day visa and go directly to Hong Kong and apply for the 10 year visa or go to America and apply there for
I worry if I get a 30 day visa in China that if I go to Hong Kong I wont be able to get an extension.
I could really use your advice!!!
Hello
i want to know that i have italian 5 years residency, i come to china on my pakistani passport which have china “M” visa
i have my all documents of italia so im allowed to hong kong or not
When traveling abroad, your residency doesn’t matter – only your passport does. You’ll have to check the visa requirements for Pakistani passport holders entering Hong Kong. I recommend connecting with a Chinese embassy or searching online.
Hi there! Is it possible to enter hongkong as tourist and apply there for china z visa? We’re having difficult nowadays in getting travel exit permit so this is another alternative i’m thinking about. I’ll be working in chinA and i need to get z visa from another country.
It’s possible, I think, but I recommend you communicate both with your local Public Security Bureau and with the Chinese consulate. In some cases, the PSB requires you to return to your home country to change visas, but not always.
Hi, I will appreciate very much your advice in my situation. I am a Canadian with L visa, currently in China, staying with my Chinese girlfriend. I have recently found a school that is willing to hire me as an English teacher and signed with me a contract for a 1-year work. The school has obtained for me a “Notification Letter of Foreigner’s Work permit in the People’s Republic of China”, and now, I have to apply for a Z visa. All of the mentioned documents are in English and Chinese as well and all of the supporting documents are authenticated by the Chinese embassy. I am already here, in mainland China and it is more cost-effective to apply for a visa here than returning to my home country for the application process. My questions are:
1. Can I apply for a Z Visa as a Canadian citizen in Hong Kong?
2. If yes, what kind of documents I have to bring with me to the embassy (Do I need to bring with me all the authenticated documents that resulted into obtaining the Notification Letter of Work permit from the school, such as – diploma, TEFL, medical, criminal background check and etc.)?
3. Does the contract with the school act as an Invitation Letter or I have to ask them for an Invitation Letter as well (I have the Work permit notification and the contract with me, but I don’t have an invitation letter separately as a document)?
I will appreciate any feedback from people who have been already through this path with the Chinese embassy in hong knog after the change of the rules in 2017.
Here are my responses:
I hope that helps. Enjoy your time in China!
Hi josh
i am a filipino and i plan to travel to hong kong as tourist since we have 14 days no visa entry in the country. Our main goal is to apply for china z visa and travel to china. We can do it here in the our country but we will face a lot of problem to philippine immigration since we are hired via direct hire process and our government want us to hire a RECRUITMENT agency and we dont want to got that route.. do you think we can get a z visa in hongkong.
Hi Ed, there are a lot of factors involved, including the need for proper paperwork from your employer. Call the Chinese embassy in Hong Kong and ask make sure you have all the paperwork needed, otherwise it will be a wasted trip.
prices of visas are a little on the conservative sideman, fbt are gone through the roof
Thanks for the heads up, Darren! I’ll update soon.
Hello. My name is Andrew. Ukrainian. Now I’m in China as tourist visa 2/30. My visa expire on 23th September. I already exstanded my visa for 7 day. 17th I’ll try to extend one more.
Can I make a new visa after this in hk?
I’m janeth ,I’m Filipino
I am.planning TO visit China but first will be hk
It is possible to get a Chinese visa while I’m.in hk
hi janeth.
i am planning also to go to china through hong kong. is it ok with you, can we talk?
Hi – I am planning on traveling with my friend to hong kong to apply for tourist visas for china. I am a US Citizen and he is a citizen of Belize. Is my understanding correct that I can apply for the 10 year multi-entry visa in Hong Kong, but he can not apply for his 1 year multi-entry visa in Hong Kong? Thank you for any information you may have.
Hey Kenneth, it’s true that you can apply for your 10-yr visa in Hong Kong as a US citizen. Unfortunately, I am not too familiar with the bilateral agreements between China and Belize. Your friend will need to call up the Chinese embassy in Belize to find out for sure.
My boss is a korean, he is living in my country – vietnam. Now he wants to go to shenzhen, but someone told him that china visa is getting hard to make nowaday. so he gave me an idea that he will travel to hongkong and use ferry boat at hongkong airport to shenzhen. and my boss said they can grant china visa on ferry boat. i don’t know it’s true or not, so if you know please help me. thanks in advance.
I don’t know. My guess is that you’ll still need a visa to get on the ferry boat.
Hi – I am American. Can I apply for an M-visa at China Travel Services (CTS) at Honk kong Airport? Or do I have to go to the consular department office?
No, you can’t get a visa at the airport. You’ll have to visit the consular within the city.
hey, was wondering if I could get any advice on this issue.
While I’ve applied for a multiple entry business visa in the past, my main worry is that I’ve been living here in China for the past two years with a multiple entry business visa. Thus, I’m wondering if the people handling my visa application might develop any suspicions on the basis of all of my entry and exit stamps over that same period..
That’s possible – I have no idea. You’ll just have to talk with the Chinese consulate and hope for the best.
Im going to Hong kong in two weeks time , can i get a visa to go to china for a day visit from here. I live in norway
Hey David, you’re better off getting a China visa in Norway before you leave. But hurry, you don’t have much time!
Hi can i get a chinese viSa in hoNg kong even though Its my first Time visiting?
Yes, you can.
Hi Josh,
I am an italian citizen living in the uk and want to travel china for 3 months on a tourist visa. Will my chances of gEtting a visa for 3 months be better in hong kong than the uk
I don’t think you’ll have better chances either way. Do what is most convenient for your particular situation.
Hi, i’m from philippines and currently working in hong kong as d.h.. my employer wanted me to go with them in china for 2 days, do i need to apply china visa?
You need to check with the Chinese consulate in the Philippines, but I believe that yes, you do need to apply for a China visa.
Hi, we’re going to Hong Kong in about a week and a half to get a tourist visa for my friend who has a south African passport and was wondering if you need a flight stating that you will leave China.
Is there a way to bypass the flight itinerary or is it still necessary
You’ll want to read this article I wrote about getting a Chinese visa without flight tickets or hotel reservations. I think that might help.
Hi Josh,
The address you stated above (consular department office) no longer accept visa application from ordinary passport holder. They now require people to submit application through a place called china visa application centre. they are charging HKD $310 + HKD $240 (extra) fee for a single entry visa. such a great way for them to make more money for what is essentially the same service. i wonder if the consular still accept application if you show up at their office. Their website is very misleading, with schedule of fees still listed there despite no longer providing service.
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing…I’ll need to do some research and make some updates.
Hello, I have a working visa in my passport that expires pretty soon. Can I go to Hong Kong in order to get a business visa?
Hi,
I’ve contacted a couple of agencies in HK about getting a China VISa and I’m being quoted 1100 HKD for the 4 day service and 2400 for the rush. I’m a uk citizen and these prices seem way higher than suggested here. Are you able to recommend a good agency?
Thanks,
Charlie
Yep total rip off, the best I found so far is 640 or 830 with these guys, same day
http://www.fbt-chinavisa.com.hk/
Just a few tips from my visit this morning:
1. Go online and make an appointment because you will then be able to get in the priority line. I made a 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. appointment and the place was packed when I arrived 8:30 however once the agents started service I was in and out in less than 1 hour.
2. Printing/copying is 2 HKD per page however you need an Optimus card to print. I was told i needed some additional information, so I had to go and print. I didn’t have an optimus card so the security guard suggested i ask someone to borrow their card. A gentleman volunteered to help me and let me print using HIS card and He refused to let me pay him. Your best bet is to print before you get there. But, be Prepared in case you have to print or make copies unexpectedly.
3. Passport photos as mentioned must have white background no earrings no JEWELLERY whatsoever they even want you to take out any nose rings Or any piercings that are visible. if you can’t then you have to indicate what you can’t remove in the other information section on the Visa application.
4. Visa fees cash only no exceptions there is an across the street. You have to use an overpass to get across the STreet and the atm/bank is visible as you get to the end of the overpass.
5. There is a passport photo booth at the centre. As mentioned, It costs 50 Hkd for 6 photos. if you don’t have the exact amount then the cashier will give you change.
6. If you recently ended a job in China and intending to go back on a tourist visa then you need the letter showing that your contract ended with that employer.
7. I’m from the USA and I was requesting a 30 day visa but the agent automatically put in the application for a 10 year visa.
8. The visa office opens at about 8 a.m. so you can get there early if you need to do any printing or you need to fill out an application at the center. The agents begin seeing customers at 9 a.m. Sharp.
These are great, Cora…thanks!
HEllo i get my chineese work visa on the 24 of august. I was wondering if it is allowed for me to travel first to hong kong and then to go to china and enter on my work VIsa. I am FROM iceland.
Best REGRADS Inga
If you have a valid China visa, you can enter from any port where travelers are permitted to pass.
Hi I eNded a job in July and want to come back on a Tourist visa until I FINd work again. I have a Uk passport and previousLy had a z visa(although 3 x 3 month residence then a I month humanitarian Visa). How easy is it to get a Tourist visa in HK and how long how many entries will they give?
It’s not terribly difficult, but you’ll need to budget some time to get it done. Of course, with everything happening in Hong Kong right now, it might be even harder. Who knows.
Hi
In case of visa rejection after submitting application how fast I will be notified about rejection?
It’s usually within two business days.
Hi Josh. i am planning on travelling to China from Hawaii having previously been to south America. As I will be more than 3 months outside of UK I will need to apply for 10 year tourist visa either in South America , Hawaii or if this is not possible HK. Do you know if it possible? Thanks
You should be able to apply for the visa in any China consulate, no matter the country.
Hi josh,
is there a way to enter mainland china from hk for foreign passport holder? what type of visa will they need?
Right now? No. No foreigners may enter China from any port.
My husband and I are moving to China from Kosovo. We need to get Z visas. What would be the quickest, easiest way to get this done? We have the vaccine requirement. We are unsure whether we should go to Serbia for the visa or go to Hong Kong and hope to get a visa there. If we go to Serbia, do we need to have flight reservations or will an invitation letter meet the requirements?
At this point, with all the new Covid rules, I wouldn’t go to Hong Kong and hope for a visa. You need to get it in either Kosovo or Serbia.