

# Exciting News for UAE Residents: Travel to China Made Easy in 2023

As we step into the new era of eased travel restrictions, the allure of China's rich culture and diverse landscapes is drawing travelers from all around the globe. For UAE residents who have been longing to explore the Middle Kingdom, we have some exciting news for you! Here's everything you need to know about obtaining a China visa for UAE residents.

## China Visa for UAE Residents: What's New?

China has announced that it will resume issuing all types of visas for international travelers, including those from the UAE, starting from 15 March 2023. This includes the tourism visa, port visa, and multiple visa-exemption policies.

The adjustments to the visa policy effective 15 March 2023 include:

- Valid multi-year multiple entry visas issued before 28 March 2020 by the Chinese visa authorities abroad shall resume function.
- Foreigners may apply for all types of visas (including those for tourism and medical treatment).
- Port visas shall once again be issued in line with the relevant laws and regulations.
- The visa-exemption policy for Hainan, the visa-exemption cruise policy for Shanghai, the visa-exemption policy for foreigners to visit Guangdong from Hong Kong and Macao, and the visa-exemption policy for ASEAN tour groups to Guilin and Guangxi shall resume operation.

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## Required Documents for China Visa

The Embassy of China in the UAE and the Consulate-General of China in Dubai will issue the following types of ordinary visas starting 15 March 2023:

### M Visa (Business and Trade)

The M visa to China is issued to visitors entering China for the purpose of business and trade activities.

**Documents required:**

- Invitation letters such as business activity documents and invitations to economic and trade fairs issued by trade partners in China.

### L Visa (Tourism)

The L visa to China is a tourist visa issued to visitors entering China for tourism purposes.

**Documents required:**

- Round-trip air tickets, hotel reservations and other travel materials; or invitation letters issued by units (travel agencies) or by individuals (copies of the ID cards of the invited shall be attached) within Chinese territory, which shall include the following details:
  - Personal information of the invitee, including name, sex, date of birth
  - The invitee’s itinerary, including arrival and departure dates, travel destination
  - Information of the inviting unit or inviter, including the name of the inviting unit or inviter, telephone number, address, seal of the unit, and the signature of the legal representative or inviter.

### F Visa (Exchange and Visit)

The F visa to China is issued to visitors entering China for exchanges, visits, study tours, and other activities.

**Documents required:**

- Invitation letters such as business activity documents and invitations to economic and trade fairs issued by trade partners in China.

### Z Visa (Work)

The Z visa to China is issued to visitors entering China for work.

**Documents required:**

- Work Permit for Foreigners issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security of China, or the Foreigner’s Work Permit issued by the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs of China.

### X Visa (Study)

The X visa to China is issued to visitors entering China for study.

**Documents required:**

- Admission Notice and Visa Application for Study in China (JW201 or JW202 form) issued by the educational institution in China.

### G Visa (Transit)

The G visa to China is issued to visitors transiting through China.

**Documents required:**

- Air tickets for connecting flights with confirmed date and seat for a third country (region) traveling within 24 hours.

### C Visa (Crew)

The C visa to China is issued to foreign crew members performing duties on board an international train, or on an international airline, to sailors on board an international ocean-liner or freighter, and to accompanying family members of the crew.

**Documents required:**

- An invitation letter issued by the foreign airline company or shipping company.

### J1 Visa (Resident Journalist)

The J1 visa to China is issued to resident foreign journalists of foreign news organizations stationed in China.

**Documents required:**

- An invitation letter issued by the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China.

### J2 Visa (Short-term Journalist)

The J2 visa to China is issued to foreign journalists who intend to go to China for short-term news coverage.

**Documents required:**

- An invitation letter issued by the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China.

### R Visa (Talent)

The R visa to China is issued to high-level talents and individuals whose skills are urgently needed in China.

**Documents required:**

- Confirmation Letter for High-level Talents and Confirmation Letter for Foreign High-level Talents issued by the competent authorities of the Chinese government.

### S Visa (Private Matters)

The S visa to China is issued to those who intend to go to China to visit the foreigners working or studying in China to whom they are spouses, parents, sons or daughters under the age of 18 or parents-in-law, or to those who intend to go to China for other private matters.

**Documents required:**

- Invitation letters from the foreigners working or studying in China or from the competent authorities of the Chinese government.

Remember, at Duba Travels, we are committed to making your travel experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. If you have any questions or need assistance with your visa application, feel free to [contact us](https://dubatravels.com/contact). Happy travels!

## How to Apply for a China Visa from the UAE?

The Embassy of China in the UAE and the Consulate-General of China in Dubai can only accept visa applications from UAE citizens holding ordinary passports and citizens of third countries with a record of legal entry into the UAE (for instance, residence or visa exemption under the agreement).

For particularly urgent humanitarian purposes, the applicant may confirm with the Embassy of China in the UAE or China Visa Application Service Center in Dubai in advance according to the consular district division, and process on-site.

### Applicants in Abu Dhabi and Al-Ain

The Embassy of China in the UAE will process visa applications for residents in Abu Dhabi and Al-Ain.

Applicants shall follow the steps given below to apply for a visa:

- Must fill in the online form and make an appointment in advance through the:
  - China Online Visa Application (COVA), and
  - Appointment for Visa Application Submission (AVAS)

Please note that applications not filled in online will not be accepted.

**Embassy of China in the UAE**
Plot No. 26, Sector No. W-22, Al Khaleej, Al Arabi Street – Abu Dhabi, P.O.Box 2741, Abu Dhabi
Please contact them at +971-2-4434276 for more details.

### Applicants in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah

The Consulate General of China in Dubai will process visa applications for residents in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.

Applicants shall follow the steps given below to apply for a visa:

- Fill out the online form and make an appointment through the China Visa Application Service Center website in advance.
- Submit the application documents to the Center at the appointed time and enter their fingerprints.

Please note that applications not filled in online will not be accepted.

**Consulate General of China in Dubai**
Villa 14, Street 7a, Community 357, Umm Al Sheif Road, Safa 2 Area, P.O.BOX 9348, Dubai, UAE
Please contact them at＋00971-4-3944733 for more details.

## China Visa Exemption

The following categories from the UAE are exempt from applying for a visa to China:

- Foreigners subject to various types of mutual visa exemption agreements;
- Foreigners with valid Chinese permanent residence documents;
- Foreigners with various types of valid residence permits;
- Foreigners with valid APEC business travel cards (virtual cards will resume their entry function from 1 May 2023)

At Duba Travels, we are committed to making your travel experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. If you have any questions or need assistance with your visa application, feel free to [contact us](/contact). Happy travels!


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