Visa Application for Study in China
(JW-202 form)
Everyone should come to the international office 15 days before the visa expiration date to apply for Visa Application Form (JW-202), for the procedure takes two weeks.
Visa Application
1. Types of Visa
A.X Visa—student visa. Any student holding an X Visa shall apply for the residence permit within 30 days upon entering China.
B.F Visa—visitor visa. F Visa shall be valid the day when the holder enters China. The longest stay possible for a holder with an F Visa is one year.
C.L Visa—tourist visa. L Visa holder is not supposed to enroll in full-time study. Anyone in full-time program shall change it to F Visa or Foreigner Residence Permit.
D.Foreigner Residence Permit: Anyone who will study in China for more than six months (180 days) shall apply for Foreigner Residence Permit valid from six months to 24 months.
2. Visa Application and Extension
Students shall come to the international office at least 15 days before visa expiration date to ensure the successful application and extension of visa.
Guardian
According to Visa regulations, anyone under 18 shall have a guardian in China. Corresponding certificates shall be taken when you apply for the visa.
Registration Form of Temporary Residence
1. Resident Form is required every time when a foreigner applies for the visa.
2. Resident Form shall be updated when the new visa is granted, or a fine of up to RMB 500 Yuan shall be incurred.
3. A foreigner shall show the valid passport and fill in the Registration Form of Temporary Residence when checking in on campus, at hotels or other institutions.
4. If a foreigner chooses to live with a Chinese family or agencies, they must report to local police station within 24h and fill in the Registration Form of Temporary Residence.