Visa Information
Conference participants may need a Chinese visa to enter China. Specifically, non-Chinese citizens may require a visa, unless they hold a passport from a country that has a mutual visa exemption agreement with China. Participants are advised to check the latest visa policy with the local Chinese embassy or consulate. To avoid uncertainty, participants should apply for a visa as early as possible. It is recommended that they apply at least one month in advance.
For most attendees, it is easier to apply for a Tourist ("L") visa; an invitation letter is not required for obtaining a Tourist visa.
If some participants need another type of visa that does require an invitation letter, the conference local arrangement committee will be glad to help. To obtain an invitation letter, please email the conference secretary with your registration information, and in the case of being an author, your accepted paper ID.
Please note that visa policies are subject to change. Participants are strongly advised to verify the most up-to-date requirements with the local Chinese embassy or consulate before applying.
Necessary Materials to Apply for Chinese Visa
- A passport valid for at least six months following the date of submission, with at least one entire blank page available for the visa; √
- One completed Visa Application Form of the People's Republic of China, filled clearly with true, authentic, and complete information, and signed by the applicant; √
- One recent, full-faced, bareheaded passport photo measuring 33mm × 48mm with a white background (daily life photos, photocopies, or digital photos printed on plain paper will not be accepted); √
- Other supporting documents depending on the purpose of your trip to China; √
- Any additional materials deemed necessary by the visa officer. √
Alternatively, participants may arrange their travel to China through a travel agent, who can assist in obtaining a tourist visa regardless of whether the participant has registered with the conference secretary.