How to get a China visa from DR Congo

• The Congolese passport should have at least 6 months' validity after the date of exiting China.
• The passport must have available blank pages for the visa stamp and a photocopy of the passport's data page.
• One completely filled and signed the Chinese tourist visa application form.
• A recent passport photo with a white background attached to the application form.
• Documents showing the itinerary that includes the date of arrival and departure from China.
• Proof of round trip tickets booking.
• Proof of hotel reservation.
• An invitation letter issued by the host, whether it's an entity or individual, with following the information on the applicant, including full name, gender, and date of birth, and information on the planned visit, including arrival and departure dates, place(s) of visit.
• The invitation letter must also include information on the host, including name, contact number, address, official stamp, and signature of the legal representative of the entity or the inviting individual.
• Applicants that are not citizens of DR Congo are required to submit a residence permit.
• A copy of a recent 6-month bank statement of the applicant is required.
• Proof of accommodation by submitting a copy of a confirmed hotel booking or an invitation letter stating that the host will be accommodating the applicant.

• The business visa is issued to foreigners travelling for business purposes such as attending trade fairs, negotiating with clients, and signing contracts.
• DR Congo signed passport must be valid for 6 months from the date you plan to depart China.
• Visas stamps should be affixed to the blank pages of the passport.
• Passport must contain sufficient blank visa pages for visa stamp.
• China visa application form that is signed and completely filled.
• The applicant must provide a copy of round trip airline confirmation indicating the dates of entry and exit from the country you intend to visit.
• Proof of legal stay or residence if you are applying from a third country.
• China's business visa Invitation letter issued by a Chinese business or trade partner is required.
• Invitation letter or confirmation letter of invitation issued by duly authorized Chinese institutes or relevant units.
• China invitation letter for the business visa should also indicate the applicant’s information including full name, birth date, passport number, information about the intended business visit, including purpose, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, and information about the host including name, contact number, address, signature, and official stamp.
• Letter from host, sponsor or company to be visited in China stating responsibility for applicant’s financial means in China.

Travelling to China is extremely safe as violent crime, and incidents such as mugging and rape, against foreigners are extremely rare.