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San Francisco Chinese Visa Agency Services (Adult)
The consulate covers Northern California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska for visa applications, requiring residence or activity in these areas. For document requirements please contact us.
Welcome to your first or renewed application for a Chinese visa! Please follow the steps below to fill out the questionnaire to help us expedite your visa processing: Click here to view
Want to know how to entrust the processing of Chinese visas? Please click here to view the detailed process
Fee Description:
- Price: $170.01, excluding visa fees.
- Costs may vary depending on the processing time you have chosen.
Note:
If the applicant is under 18 years old, please click the link below:
San Francisco Consulate General China Visa Agency Services Introduction
As your trusted China visa agency service provider, we offer comprehensive visa processing services to individuals and institutions within the jurisdiction of the San Francisco Consulate General. This area includes Alaska, Northern California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions about Visa Processing
1. Use of valid multiple-entry visas
Those holding multiple-entry visas issued before March 28, 2020, that are still valid can use these visas to travel to China starting from March 15, 2023.
2. Applying for tourist or medical visas
Starting from March 15, 2023, you can apply for visas for tourism or medical purposes.
3. Appointments required for in-person visa application submissions
Starting from March 13, 2023, you must schedule an appointment through the [China Visa Application Online Appointment System](https://avas.mfa.gov.cn/). After filling out the visa application form online at [China Visa Online Form](https://cova.mfa.gov.cn/), you should schedule an appointment to submit your visa application.
4. Consulate’s visa application acceptance times
The consulate accepts visa applications in person from Monday to Friday, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The consulate is closed on weekends and public holidays.
5. Processing Chinese passport renewals
Currently, the consulate only processes visa applications on site. Passport and travel document applications continue to be handled through the “China Consul” app and “Two-Way Mailing” method. For inquiries about passport and travel document applications, please email [email protected] and [email protected].
6. Visa requirements for valid residence permit holders
Individuals holding valid residence permits (for work, private affairs, family reunion, or study) do not need to apply for a visa separately.
7. Passport requirements for visa applications
When submitting a visa application, you must provide the original passport, which should be valid for more than 6 months and have at least one blank visa page.
Service Commitment
We promise to provide you with professional and efficient visa agency services, from online form guidance to document submission and appointment scheduling. Our team is committed to ensuring that your visa application process is smooth and hassle-free. Contact us now to start preparing for your journey to China!
