Last updated 2026-07-23
Accompanying Chinese resident visa - short-term S2 in China for British citizens
Visa overview
Family members of foreigners who reside in China for work or study purposes can apply for an S2 visa for a short-term trip. The relatives include spouses, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, spouses of sons or daughters, and parents-in-law. The visa allows stays up to 180 days, and the applicant can have a single, double, or multiple entry visa.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 10 years
Consular fee
$23 – $45
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Visa Information
English international
Category code
S
Type of visa
Ordinary visa
Category
Private visa
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