You must provide proof of your current address of residency. The document must either be a copy of the front of your driver's license or government ID, or a utility bill. The document must:

• Display your name as it appears on your passport
• Display the current residence address as provided on your visa application

Please note, if you must submit a utility bill the consulate requires electric, gas, or a water bill; phone and cable bills are not accepted. Children applying for Chinese Visas must provide a copy of their birth certificate, along with a copy of each of their parent’s ID’s to determine their state of residence.

You must fill out the following forms:

http://us.china-embassy.gov.cn/chn/lsfw/zj/qz/material/Where%20You%20Stay%20Form1.pdf

https://chinavisadepartment.com/Travel-Records.pdf

We can complete the form for you at the time of your appointment, but if you’d like to reduce your time spent at our office the full application can be completed digitally online by following this link:

https://cova.mfa.gov.cn/qzCoCommonController.do?show&pageId=index&locale=en_US

An invitation letter from the business/company in China is required.The letter must include:

• Full name (matching your passport)
• Date of birth
• Passport issue and expiration dates
• Nationality
• Sex/gender
• Entry and exit dates (a date range is fine)

Important: The inviting business letter must have seal and signature.

A company letter from your employer in the U.S is also required. You can access a company letter template here.

If you were born in China or previously held Chinese citizenship:

• Provide your most recent Chinese passport or a copy of your last Chinese visa.
• Add your Chinese name in the designated section of the application form.

If you cannot provide a Chinese passport for your first visa application, you’ll need to apply in person at a Chinese consulate or embassy.