International students are required to hold a valid passport, the Admission Notice issued by the university, and the Visa Application Form (DQ/JW202/JW201) when applying for a student visa (X1 or X2 visa) from the Chinese embassy or consulates.
◆Students whose period of study is shorter than one month or longer than six months will be issued an X1 visa.
◆→Validity of the X1 Visa: The X1 visa is valid for 30 days after entry and allows only a single entry. Students whose period of study exceeds six months must apply for a Residence Permit through the school within 30 days of entry into the country.
The materials required for students applying for the Residence Permit for the first time are:
1.Visa Application Form (JW202 or JW201)
2.Admission Notice
3.Copy of the Temporary Accommodation Registration Form
*If you live on campus, please obtain the Temporary Accommodation Registration Form from your school. If you live off campus, you must complete the registration online or at the local police station within 24 hours after arrival. If your accommodation address changes, you must update the registration within 24 hours.
4.Physical Examination Report issued by the International Travel Healthcare Center
5.Introduction Letter for Visa Application (Issued by the Student's School)
◆→When you are outside China, you must enter China before this date. Otherwise, your visa will become invalid. Please note that this is not the duration of your permitted stay in China.
◆Students whose period of study is longer than one month and shorter than six months will be issued an X2 visa.
◆→The number here indicates how many times you may enter China. In most cases, it is “1”, meaning you may enter China only once. Students with special needs may apply for one additional entry on their X2 visa. For details, please contact the staff at the International Education Center.
◆→The number here indicates the number of days you are allowed to stay in China. Your visa validity period = the date of the entry stamp + the permitted duration of stay.
◆A student residence permit is generally issued to international students whose period of study exceeds six months. Before the permit expires, holders may enter and exit China multiple times. For self-funded students, the validity of the residence permit depends on the tuition fees paid. However, the permit may be extended for up to one year at a time for all enrolled students. Students must extend their residence permits before they expire to avoid illegal stay in China. The extension process usually takes about two weeks.
◆→This is the validity period of your residence permit. Please make sure to leave China or apply for an extension before this date
◆Here is your visa type. For example: L Visa – Tourist Visa.
Q: What type of visa should I apply for to study in China?
A: International students are required to apply for a valid passport, the Admission Notice for long-term study in China, and the Visa Application Form for International Students (JW202, JW201, W202, or DQ) when applying for a student visa (X1 or X2 visa) at a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad.
Q: Can I enter and leave China with a residence permit?
A: Yes. A residence permit allows you to enter and leave China legally during its validity period. Students may also use their residence permit for multiple entries and exits during their studies in China.
Q: In what situations do I need to apply for a residence permit?
A: Students with an X1 visa must apply for a residence permit within 30 days after entry. Students with an X2 visa do not need to apply for a residence permit if their study period is less than 180 days. Those whose study period exceeds 180 days must apply for a residence permit.
Q: How long is the validity period of a residence permit?
A: A residence permit is usually valid for the duration of study and generally for no longer than one year. If an extension is needed, an application should be submitted in advance.
Q: How long does it take to obtain a residence permit after entering China on an X1 visa?
A: After entering China on an X1 visa, the entire process of applying for a residence permit (including the review) usually takes around 2 weeks, while an X2 visa takes about 10 working days.
Q: If I enter China under a visa-free or visa-on-arrival policy, can I apply for a long-term study visa within China?
A: No. You must leave China and reapply for a student visa before re-entering the country.
Q: What should I do if I lose my passport?
A：1.Report the loss to the local police station.
2.Inform the International Student Counselor's Office and obtain the relevant supporting documents.
3.Go to the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau to complete the loss registration.
4.Apply for a new passport at your country's embassy or consulate in China.
5.After obtaining the new passport, collect the necessary visa documents from your counselor.
6.Apply for a new visa at the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau.
Notice: You must apply for a new visa within one month after reporting the loss.
Q: What should I do if my passport expires?
A: Please contact your country's embassy or consulate in China in advance to renew your passport. After obtaining your new passport, you must go to the International Student Counselor's Office within 10 days to apply for a visa modification.
Q: What happens if my visa expires
A: A fine of 500 RMB per day may be imposed, up to a maximum of 10,000 RMB. In serious cases, you may be detained or required to leave China within a specified time.
Q: What should I do if my visa has unintentionally expired?
A: You should immediately report the situation to the International Student Office, then go to the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau to handle the relevant penalties, and apply for a new visa within the specified time limit.
Q: Do I need to report changes to my information in China to the police?
A: Yes. Any changes to your information in China, including your passport number, residential address, or educational institution, must be reported within 10 days to the International Student Counselor's Office and the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau for the relevant updates.
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