China Dependent visa short term
PLEASE INCLUDE ALL ITEMS BELOW FOR YOUR CHINA VISA:
Passport:
You must submit your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Have at least six months of validity left beyond your intended stay in the visiting countries.
- Have at least two blank Visa pages side by side (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way.
Photographs:
Submit two professional color passport photo. Snapshot, photocopy or computer generated picture will not be accepted. Photo requirements:
- Photo size should measure 2″ x 2″. Leave the photo loose.
- Photo should be taken within six months to reflect your current appearance.
- Photo must include clear frontal view of full face, both ears, neck and upper shoulders.
- Photo should be printed in color on either matte or glossy photo paper and has not been altered in any way.
- Photo must be clear. Blurry, underexposed, overexposed and low quality photos are not accepted.
- Background of photo must be white, with no shadows over the face or the background.
- Facial expression must be neutral with eyes open and all the facial features should be clearly visible.
- Do not smile in photo.
- Do not wear eyeglasses in photo.
- Proper attire, Hats or head covering are only allowed if worn for religious reasons and if they do not obscure any facial features.
VISA APPLICATION FORM:
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You must provide one completed copy of the visa application form found in this kit. The application form must:
- Be typed (no handwritten forms will be accepted)
- Be printed single-sided
- Include answers for all fields
- Display your full name as it appears in your passport
- Be signed
Invitation Letter:
You must provide a letter of invitation from the individual you are visiting. The invitation must:
- Include your name, gender, and date of birth
- Provide host’s full name, contact information, telephone number, address, and signature
- Include information regarding the relationship between you and your host
- Detail the purpose of your trip
- Specify your arrival and departure dates
- Include the full address of the intended residence
- Specify who is financially responsible for the trip
Proof of Jurisdiction:
- Submit a photocopy of your valid driver’s license showing your home address as it appears on your visa application form (front and back) as proof of jurisdiction.
- If you are submitting a utility bill, only electric, gas, or a water bill will be accepted; phone and cable bills are not accepted
Proof of Kinship:
You must provide proof of kinship to the spouse or family member you are visiting in China. You must include a copy of one of the
Following:
- Marriage certificate
- Birth certificate
- Certification of kinship issued by Public Security Bureau
Former PRC Nationals or Born in Chinese Territories:
If you are a former PRC passport holder or were born in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong or Macao:
- You must write your name in Chinese characters for question 1.2 on the visa application form
- You must present copies of any previously issued China visas in your current or expired passport, as well as the expired passport
- If you have never been issued a China visa you must submit your original passport and birth certificate showing your name in Chinese characters
- If you are a minor who was adopted from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, or Macao you must also include your original adoption papers and a copy of them as well
- If applicable, include a copy of your naturalization papers and U.S. birth certificate.
- The Chinese Consulate may request an additional form for first time visa applicants
Additional Documents:
You must provide a copy of the Chinese national ID of the family member you intend to visit.
Company Profile and Employment Letter (If Applicable)
Birth Certificate
Non-Us Passport Holder:
Please provide copy of your U.S Immigration Status.
Orbit Visas Order Form:
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Consulate and Orbit Visas Service Fees per passport:
NOTE: US citizen consular fee is $140
NUMBER OF ENTRY | PROCESSING TIME | CONSULAR FEE | ORBIT VISAS SERVICE FEE |
Single Entry | 5 BUSINESS DAYS | $30 | $149 |
Double Entries | 5 BUSINESS DAYS | $45 | $149 |
Multiple Entries for 6 Months | 5 BUSINESS DAYS | $60 | $149 |
Multiple Entries for 12 Months or more | 5 BUSINESS DAYS | $90 | $149 |
Processing Time:
- 5 Business days processing time.
- Processing time commences from the day the application has been submitted to the consulate. Weekends, consulate scheduled holidays, and mailing do not count as a processing day.
Please send the required documents via a traceable service such as FedEx or UPS to:
Orbit Visas
Attn: Visa and passport processing
5959 Westheimer Road, Suite 216
Houston, Texas 77057
Phone: (713) 750-9716
Fax: (832) 433-7254