Form/Template

Form / Template – China Visa Form, Photo and Invitation Template

1. Application Forms

Click here to fill out the “Online China Visa Application Form” (https://cova.mfa.gov.cn)

2. Templates

3. How to fill out the form

  • English capitalization or Chinese characters (Chinese and English can be mixed);
  • The contents of the application form must be filled out in a true and complete manner. If it is not applicable, it cannot be left blank. Please fill in “NONE”,”N/A” according to the actual situation;
  • Please save the Application ID (a 19 digital ID) so that it is convenient to retrieve and update the form later.

*Reminder 1: All of the information must be consistent with the passport information. Fill out the form in English as the same as the US passport. Do not use Chinese name!

* Reminder 2: Invitation template, we suggest that you refer to the template page, then print in handwriting or typed. The invitation letter MUST have a handwritten signature!

4. Photo Requirements

  • The photo should be recent, taken within 6 months.
  • Facial requirements: The applicant is required to present the frontal view to the camera with the entire head and face clearly visible.
  • Background: The background of the photo should be white or close to white.