K Visa Guide - STEM Professionals - China K Visa Hub

Eligibility Requirements

Check if you meet the requirements for China's K Visa as a Young STEM talent or specialist from renowned institutions.

You are a graduate of a renowned university with a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
OR you are staff of a renowned research institute working in STEM fields
You are classified as young talent in science and technology fields
You have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity

Application Information Requirements

Complete information you need to provide when applying for your K Visa.

1. Personal Information

  • Screenshot of the data page of the passport
  • Full name
  • Date of birth and place of birth
  • Nationality and passport details

2. Type of Visa

  • Select K Visa - Graduates of renowned universities or Staff of renowned research institutes
  • Service type - Normal or Express
  • Visa validity of your application (months)
  • Maximum duration of stay of your application (days)
  • Number of entries required (single/double/multiple)

3. Work Information

  • Current occupation
  • Work experience in the past five years

4. Education Information

  • Highest diploma/degree (name of institute of education and diploma/degree) (if applicable)

5. Family Information

  • Current home address
  • Phone number and mobile phone number
  • Family information (if applicable)
  • Immediate relatives in China (if any)

6. Information on Your Travel

  • Date of arrival (must be within next 90 days) and departure
  • The city of your destination and depature in China
  • Invitation person/contact or organization in China (if applicable)
  • Emergency contact

The system only accepts visa applications for entry dates within the next 90 days. Applications submitted outside of this period will not be processed.

7. Information on Previous Travel

  • Have you ever been to China? (Yes/No)
  • Have you ever gotten a Chinese visa? (Yes/No)
  • Do you have any valid visas issued by other countries? (Yes/No)
  • Have you traveled to any other country in the past 12 months? (Yes/No)

8. Other Information

  • Have you ever been refused a Chinese visa or denied entry into China? (Yes/No)
  • Has your Chinese visa ever been canceled? (Yes/No)
  • Have you ever entered China illegally, overstayed, or worked illegally in China? (Yes/No)

Application Process Timeline

Follow these steps to complete your K Visa application successfully.

1

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents and ensure they meet the specifications.

1-2 weeks
2

Submit Application

Submit your application at the Chinese consulate or visa center.

1 day
3

Processing Period

Wait for the consulate to process your visa application.

4-15 business days
4

Interview (if required)

Attend an interview if requested by the consulate.

30 minutes
5

Collect Visa

Collect your approved visa from the consulate or visa center.

Same day

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Step-by-Step Application Guide

Follow these detailed steps to navigate the official visa service center website and complete your K Visa application.

1

Visit the Official Website

Go to https://www.visaforchina.cn and navigate to the Chinese Visa Application Service Center website.

2

Select Your Country and City

Choose your country from the dropdown menu, then select the city where you will submit your application. This will take you to the specific regional website for your area.

3

Click 'Application Form'

Once on your regional website, look for and click the 'Application Form' or 'Online Application' button to start the visa application process.

4

Register for an Account

If you're a first-time user, click 'Register' to create a new account. You'll need to provide your email address and create a secure password.

5

Login to Your Account

After registration (or if you already have an account), log in using your email and password to access the application system.

6

Start Filling Your Application

Begin completing your K Visa application form with all the required information. Make sure to select 'K Visa' as your visa type and fill in all sections accurately.

Important: Make sure to have all your documents ready before starting the online application. The system may time out if you take too long to complete each section.