How to get a China visa from Cambodia

• The Chinese tourist visa also known as the L visa is issued to those who want to travel to China for tourism, sight-seeing or recreational purposes.
• This visa is usually valid for 30-60 days and could be issued for single or double entry.
• The single entry visa allows one entry into China while the double-entry allows two entries into China with the same visa for as long as it is valid.
• The single-entry visa must be used within the first three months of the date of issue while the double-entry visa should be used within six months.
• Applicants are to have a round-trip air ticket and a copy of their hotel orders or tourist agency letter.
• Ensure that your passport is valid and has a blank visa page for stamping.
• If you are aged 16-35, you would have to be interviewed by the consular officers.
• A certificate of legal stay or residence in Cambodia for non-Cambodian citizens is required.
• Any document you are submitting must contain the full names of all the people that are applying for the visa.
• Minors are required to submit their birth certificate and an authorization letter from their parents or legal guardians.
• Individuals who intend to stay at a friend or relative's house do not have to book a hotel however, your host would have to send an invitation letter to you.
• Before travelling to China, ensure that you have enough funds for the duration of your trip.
• Tourist visa extensions can be applied for at the local Entry & Exit Bureaus.
  

• The Chinese business visa (M visa) is issued for commercial, business and trade activities.
• It is important to note that China has two categories of business visa which are the M visa and the F visa.
• The M visa is strictly for individuals entering China for commercial and trade activities while the F visa is issued for non-commercial activities such as exchanges, visits and inspections.
• To be eligible for this visa, you are to submit a copy of your company's business license if you are self-employed.
• Those who are employed in Cambodia are to present a letter from their employer stating that they are on an official trip that has been approved.
• An invitation letter from the partner company in China is also required.
• The letter should contain the exact reason for coming to China, date of arrival and departure, place of visit, relationship with the inviting unit or person, and source of expenses.
• If there has been previous business dealings between you and the inviting company, details of such business should be provided.
• The business visa is valid for 30 days but if you need a longer time, you can state it during your visa application.
• It is also issued for either single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry but regardless of the number of entries, the visa is still valid for 30 days.
• Seeking employment with a business visa is illegal in China.

• A work visa (Z visa) is the legal way to seek and get employment in China.
• Holder of the work visa is expected to arrive in China within 90 days after the visa has been issued and register at a public security bureau within 30 days of arrival.
• This visa is initially issued for 30 days but your employer would get a residence permit for you on your arrival in China which would have to be renewed yearly.
• If you are travelling for a job that does not exceed 90 days, a certificate of short-term work in China for foreigners must be provided.
• All applicants are expected to apply for this visa in person as a physical interview would be conducted.
• Your application form must be filled correctly and a recent passport photograph, not older than 6 months must be attached to it.
• Do not use a stapler to attach your photo to the application form, a paper clip is preferrable.
• All fields in the application form are mandatory when filling the application form. If a section doesn't apply, please type in "None" or "N/A'. Incomplete forms will be rejected.
• Also, ensure that your form is correctly filled as wrong information can result in problems during the visa application.
• If you are caught working with the wrong visa, you risk paying a fine that ranges between 5,000 and 20,000 Chinese Yuan, and may even end up in prison (from five to fifteen days).
  

• A Student visa is issued to those who want to study in China.
• This visa is of two categories: The X1 and X2.
• The X1 visa is issued for long-term study in China lasting more than 180 days while the X2 visa is issued for short-term studies of not up to 180 days.
• X2 visa is issued for single-entry only. X1 visa can be issued for multiple entries with validity of up to 5 years.
• You are required to provide the JW201 (or JW202) form issued by the Chinese Ministry of Education (only necessary for the X1 Visa) and the original and a copy of the admission notice from your school.
• Those who intend to go to China for research, lecture, scientific, cultural exchange and study tour can apply for the Non-Commerce Visa (F) which is normally issued for single or double entry only.
• Results, certificates, transcripts from previous schools attended are also to be provided.
• You might be required to provide a medical certificate depending on the duration of your stay.
• You can only apply for this visa after you have been admitted into the Chinese institution you applied to.
• All students are to have proof of sufficient funds for their stay and accommodation in China.
• If you would be staying off-campus, you are to register your abode within 24 to 72 hours of arrival in China.
  

No. Tipping is not the culture in China. You can pay gratuity if it is included in your bills but do not leave cash on the table when you are done with your meal.