Last updated 4 August 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for vessel crew members С in China for British citizens
Visa for vessel crew members — what you need to know
Issued to crew members performing duties on board an international vessel or accompanying family member. The validity of this visa depends on the duration of the assignment.
Visa validity period
from 1 month to 5 years
Consular fee
$23 – $68
How does this visa work?
What documents are required to apply for the visa?
What must be prepared?
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
What additional documents may be required?
*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.
Are you eligible for this visa?
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.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
С
Type of visa
Ordinary visa
Category
Transport visas
Do you have any questions?
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