How to get a China visa from Tanzania

• This business visa is issued to foreign nationals who are traveling to China to engage in various business activities of their choice.
• This visa allows its holders to negotiate and sign business contracts while in the country.
• This visa allows you to attend conferences, seminars, trade fairs, and workshops while in China.
• Applicants who are employed are required to provide a certificate of employment from their employer.
• The letter should introduce the applicant and state their job position and salary level.
• This letter should also state the duration and purpose of the applicant's visit.
• An official letter of invitation from the host company in China should be provided.
• The letter should be printed on the company’s letterhead and must contain the contact information of the company.
• The letter must also contain the nature of the business to be carried out by the applicant in China
• The business letter must also state who will be taking up the responsibility of the applicant’s expenses in the country.
• If there have been previous business dealings between the two companies, proof of this should be provided.
• Non-Tanzanians are to provide a copy of their Tanzanian residence permit.
• Proof of payment of visa application fee is to be submitted also.

• This visa is issued to intending students of any academic institution in China.
• This visa is issued for a minimum of 6 months.
• Applicants of this visa must have been offered admission into one of the institutions in China. If otherwise, they will be refused this visa.
• A letter of acceptance from the institution the applicant has been accepted to is to be submitted.
• The letter should state the course the applicant has been offered and the duration of the study program.
• Applicants of this visa are to provide certificates and transcripts gotten from the schools they have previously attended.
• Foreigners applying for this visa must not have been convicted of any crime.
• Foreign students are allowed to work for a period of time provided that it does not interfere with their study program.
• Holders of this visa are to apply for a residence permit within 30 days of their arrival in China.
• Proof of payment of visa application fee should be provided.

• This visa is for Tanzanians who want to visit China for tourism purposes and visiting family and friends.
• This visa allows you to stay in China for a period of 30 days.
• This visa is valid for 90 days.
• You are not allowed to engage in any form of business or trading while in Kenya.
• Previous visas are to be made available if you have any.
• Applicant's most recent monthly bank statement clearly showing the applicant's name as the account holder is to be submitted.
• The account balance and the date of the statement are to be included also.
• If the statement was printed online, then it has to be Authenticated (stamped) by the bank.
• You are to submit an invitation letter from your host in China.
• The letter should clearly state your relationship with them and their contacts and address.
• If your host is not a Chinese citizen, they are to make available their resident's permit.
• A letter from your employer on company's letterhead, with contact details, is to be submitted also.
• The letter must state that a leave of absence has been granted.
• The purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job must be stated in the letter also.
• The company's current bank statement for the last 6 months, Income Tax Return(ITR) and Original payslips are to be submitted also.
• If the applicant is self-employed, they are to submit a copy of their business license, company bank statement of the last 6 months and Income Tax Return (ITR).
• Students are to submit an official letter from their school indicating that they are registered for the upcoming semester.
• They are also to submit a No Objection certificate from their school or University.
• Retirees are to submit proof of their retirement funds.
• Hotel Bookings/reservation(s) for the duration of your visit is to be submitted.
• Flight Bookings/reservations(s) for China and return ticket.

The official currency of China is Renminbi(RMB) or Chinese Yuan(CYN). Hong Kong Dollars may be accepted in stores near Hong Kong but the exchange terms will be unfavorable. You can exchange USD in banks in large cities and in local hotels but the best and most convenient option for you is to make use of the exchange counter at the airport.