Question 1

What is the Permanent residence visa?

Accepted Answer

Issued to those who make a huge investment in China mainland in specific fields or to foreigners married to a Chinese citizen for over 5 years. Holders of a D-Visa must apply for a residence permit from the immigration department of the local public security authority in the place intended to stay within 30 days of entry to China.
Foreign travelers can submit their entry information online before entering China using various official platforms, including the National Immigration Administration (NIA) website via PC or smartphone, the “NIA 12367” mobile app, or the WeChat (Alipay) mini program.

Question 2

purpose} requirements for China?

Accepted Answer

purpose} requirements for China

Question 3

How long can I stay in China on a Permanent residence visa?

Accepted Answer

You can stay in China for up to Not applicable with a Permanent residence visa.

Question 4

How much does a Permanent residence visa to China cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Permanent residence visa visa to China is Free of charge.

Question 5

Do I need an confirmation form for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The original and photocopy of the confirmation form for alien permanent residence status issued by the Ministry of Public Security of China.

Question 6

Do I need an passport for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Original passport and colorful scan of the information and extension page valid for at least 6 months, with 2 or more blank visa pages.

Question 7

Do I need an visa application form for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. One visa application form completed online and signed by hand.

Question 8

Do I need an photograph for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Photo size must be 48mm x 33mm, with the head centered and measuring 15–22mm in width and 28–33mm in height. The face, neck, and upper shoulders should be clearly visible. The image must be high-resolution, recent (taken within six months), and free from creases, stains, or damage. Head coverings or hats are not permitted except for religious reasons if the face remains unobscured. Glasses are allowed only with untinted lenses, no glare, and frames must not cover the eyes.

Question 9

Do I need an payment of visa fee for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 10

Do I need an travel health insurance for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid for the full duration of stay, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 11

Do I need an documents for minor children for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 12

Do I need an financial evidence for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Proof that the applicant can support themselves financially during their stay in China is required. Bank statements may be submitted as evidence.

Question 13

Do I need an proof of accommodation for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A hotel reservation, lease, or rent documents.

Question 14

Do I need an return ticket for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Return air ticket booking.

Question 15

Do I need an previous visas and/or passports for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Photocopy of previous Chinese passports or previous Chinese visas (applicable to foreign citizens who used to have Chinese citizenship).

Question 16

Do I need an proof of legal stay or residence status for Permanent residence visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Applicable to those not applying for the visa in their country of citizenship.

Question 17

What are the confirmation form requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

The original and photocopy of the confirmation form for alien permanent residence status issued by the Ministry of Public Security of China.

Question 18

What are the passport requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Original passport and colorful scan of the information and extension page valid for at least 6 months, with 2 or more blank visa pages.

Question 19

What are the visa application form requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

One visa application form completed online and signed by hand.

Question 20

What are the photograph requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Photo size must be 48mm x 33mm, with the head centered and measuring 15–22mm in width and 28–33mm in height. The face, neck, and upper shoulders should be clearly visible. The image must be high-resolution, recent (taken within six months), and free from creases, stains, or damage. Head coverings or hats are not permitted except for religious reasons if the face remains unobscured. Glasses are allowed only with untinted lenses, no glare, and frames must not cover the eyes.

Question 21

What are the payment of visa fee requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 22

What are the travel health insurance requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Valid for the full duration of stay, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 23

What are the documents for minor children requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 24

What are the financial evidence requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Proof that the applicant can support themselves financially during their stay in China is required. Bank statements may be submitted as evidence.

Question 25

What are the proof of accommodation requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

A hotel reservation, lease, or rent documents.

Question 26

What are the return ticket requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Return air ticket booking.

Question 27

What are the previous visas and/or passports requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Photocopy of previous Chinese passports or previous Chinese visas (applicable to foreign citizens who used to have Chinese citizenship).

Question 28

What are the proof of legal stay or residence status requirements for China visa?

Accepted Answer

Applicable to those not applying for the visa in their country of citizenship.

Question 29

What is an D visa in China?

Accepted Answer

Issued to those who make a huge investment in China mainland in specific fields or to foreigners married to a Chinese citizen for over 5 years. Holders of a D-Visa must apply for a residence permit from the immigration department of the local public security authority in the place intended to stay within 30 days of entry to China.
Foreign travelers can submit their entry information online before entering China using various official platforms, including the National Immigration Administration (NIA) website via PC or smartphone, the “NIA 12367” mobile app, or the WeChat (Alipay) mini program.

Permanent residence visa to China for German citizens

Chinese green card, PR visa, Visa for permanent settlement

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Permanent residence visa to China for German citizens

Chinese green card, PR visa, Visa for permanent settlement

Visa overview

Time frames and cost

Visa validity period 3 months

Duration of stay 1 month

Extension of stayNot applicable

Number of entriessingle-entry

Processing timefrom 4 days to 8 days

Consular feeFree of charge

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Documents

Mandatory

1Passport

2Visa application form

3Photograph

Supporting

1Confirmation form

Additional

1Payment of visa fee

2Travel health insurance

3Documents for minor children

4Financial evidence

5Proof of accommodation

6Return ticket

7Previous visas and/or passports

8Proof of legal stay or residence status

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