Obtaining a visa during the coronavirus pandemic has been a complicated and confusing process, especially when it comes to obtaining a China visa. During the pandemic, the Chinese government suspended some visas from being issued, but thankfully have resumed issuing multiple visa types, including the China Crew Visa. If you’re someone who is looking to find out more about China C Visas or are looking to obtain a Chinese Crew Visa, read on for everything you need to know:
What is a China Crew Visa?
Crew visas, or C visas, are issued to crew members (and their family members) who are looking to work onboard airliners, vessels, and international trains entering China. China visa validity begins the day that the visa is issued. You can enter China on the day that your China visa expires and stay for 30-90 days depending on the maximum number of days you are allowed as indicated on your visa.
What is Required For a China Crew Visa?
There is a list of documents and requirements that you will need to follow when applying for your China Crew Visa. Please see below for the checklist of items you’ll need during the application process:
- Valid Passport
- China Visa Application (please note that there is a new online China Visa application as of January 2021)
- Copy of Passport Information Page
- Passport Photo
- Letter From Your Employer
- Crew ID
- Swift Letter of Authorization
- Copy of Last China Visa (if applicable)
- Jurisdictional Requirements
Please note that there are some additional requirements for former citizens of China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, that you can read about here.
How Long Does it Take to Get a China Crew Visa?
As of July 2021, need to request an appointment with the consulate which can add up to two weeks to the process. Please expect the current processing time to take anywhere from 10-15 business days. You can contact us to learn more about our China Crew Visa processing time options.
How Much Does a China Crew Visa Cost?
If you’re looking to obtain a China Crew Visa, please see below for the cost of our 10-15 business day processing option:
- 10-15 Business Days Option:
- $145 Consulate Fee For US Passports or $95 Consulate Fee For Most Non-US Passports
- $199 Swift Fee
- $10 Processing Fee
Please see the Swift website for more information regarding China Crew Visa costs.
How Can I Apply For a China Crew Visa?
If you’re looking to apply for a China Crew Visa, you can begin the process on the Swift website. You will need to follow the required document checklist, making sure that you check off each item on the list. During the checkout process, please make sure that you select your desired processing time, and pay all of the associated fees.
Swift Passport Services is the premier China visa expediting service. We’ve located our office on the same floor as the Chinese Consulate in an effort to provide the fastest, most convenient China visa service available. If you have any questions in regards to obtaining a China C Visa, please don’t hesitate to contact our knowledgeable team. We’d be happy to help!
