Visa for China
Hong Kong International Airport is often used as a convenient point of entry for foreigners residing in Taiwan who wants to visit mainland China. Foreigners in Taiwan who hold a valid ARC can apply in advance for a visa to China through a travel agent.
Visa to China through Hong Kong International Airport
Please prepare the following for visa application through Hong Kong International Airport:
- Passport
- Payment in cash: HKD
- Passport photo
- Copy of flight itinerary
- Hotel reservations for the entire stay
Where? Counter A04, Arrival Hall, Terminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport, Phone: +852 2261 2472.
Service hours are 07-22 every day. It will take 2-4 working days to process the cases. Visas are granted for 30 days and allows for single entry only. For more information, please refer to their website.
Beware of the fact that the visa policy of China is regularly subject to changes.
Visa to China through a travel agent in Taiwan
Please prepare the following for visa application through a travel agent:
- Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) that is valid for at least 2 months
- Minimum of 6 months validity in passport
- Passport photo
- Copy of ARC "Proof of Employment Letter" (back and front)
- 2 business cards
- Visa processing fee - the price depends on the travel agency
- Copy of flight itinerary
Where? Your local travel agency in Taiwan. Visas are granted for 30 days, allows for single entry only, and are valid for 3 months from the date of application.
Please note that a visa application takes 7-10 working days to process, depending on the travel agency and that some agencies may have additional requirements to the abovementioned.