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New year festival, Lhasa
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| Quick facts about China |
| Country code: CN | | Zone: Asia | | Country local name: Zhonghua Renmin Gongheguo | | Demonym: Chinese | | Official languages: Chinese or Mandarin (Putonghua), Yue (Cantonese), Wu (Shanghainese), Minbei (Fuzhou), Minnan (Hokkien-Taiwanese), Xiang, Gan, Hakka | | Driving on the right side of the road | | Currency: CNY (Yuan Renminbi) | | Internet TLD: .cn | | Calling code: +86 | | Time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours | | Population: 1.321.851.888 | | Capital: Beijing | | Biggest city: Chongqing |
| Borders: Afghanistan, Bhutan, India, Kyrgyzstan, Korea (North), Kazakhstan, Laos, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Vietnam, Macau, Hong Kong |
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Citizens of most countries are required to obtain a China visa before entering China. There are eight categories of ordinary Chinese visas, which are respectively marked with the letters C, D, F, G, J-1, J-2, L, X and Z.
L Visa: The most popular type of China visa, an L visa is also known as a tourist visa. It is issued to those who visit China for tourist purposes, family visit or other personal matters.
Validity of Visa: A single entry Chinese visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue, and a double entry visa is valid for 6 months. A China visa holder must enter China before the expiration date for the visa to remain valid.
Duration of Stay: The duration of stay is specified on a Chinese visa. Chinese visa holders must not stay beyond the specified date without extending their visas. Otherwise, they will be subject to stiff penalties.
For detailed and updated information about visa and embassies, visit our Links section. |
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