Visas 签证信息

Please remember that visas are needed for most non-Chinese nationals to enter China (exceptions are passport holders from Singapore, Brunei, and Japan). Application should be made to the Chinese Embassy/Consulate in your country of residence, no later than four weeks before your departure. There are two types of visas:

• Tourist Visa (L Visa): Simplest is to apply for a tourist ("L") visa, which allows enough time to attend the conference and participate in pre/post conference activities. Most attendees should apply for a Tourist Visa. Please contact your closest Chinese Embassy or Consulate for instructions. An official invitation letter is NOT required. The regular processing time is 4-5 working days. Please plan ahead to allow enough time for visa processing.
• Business Visa (F Visa): If you encounter problems obtaining a Tourist Visa, an official invitation letter will be required to apply for a business visa. This letter can be sent to you upon request.

More information:

• Visa Application form available from the Chinese Embassy website
• Visa application procedure and form download in the U.S.
• List of Chinese Embassies and Consulates around the world
• Unofficial overview of Chinese Visa requirements

Professional Visa Services

For US residents China Visa Service Center, VisaRite and Atlas Services will take care of the application process. For British residents Thames Consular provides a similar service. The conference organizers do not endorse any particular visa service.