Last updated 2026-05-18
Transport visa to China for U.S. citizens
Crew member visa
Travel purpose:
Work
Visa overview
Issued to foreign crew members utilizing means of international transportation including: aircraft, trains, ships, motor vehicle drivers engaged in cross-border transport activities, and also to the accompanying family members of the above-mentioned ships’ crew members.
Visa validity period
from 1 month to 5 years
Consular fee
$23 – $68
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Visa for train crew members
Eligible individuals
Train crew member
Visa validity period:
from 1 month to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$23 – $68
Visa for aircraft crew members
Eligible individuals
Aircraft crew member
Visa validity period:
from 1 month to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$23 – $68
Visa for vessel crew members
Eligible individuals
Seaman, vessel/ship crew member
Visa validity period:
from 1 month to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$23 – $68
Driver visa
Eligible individuals
Driver
Visa validity period:
from 1 month to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 1 month
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$23 – $68