China - G3 Visas & Passports
China - G3 Visas & Passports
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IMPORTANT VISA INFORMATION<br />
Dear Traveler and Family,<br />
As you prepare for your upcoming experience with Global Leadership<br />
Adventures, we would like to inform you that a tourist visa is required for<br />
your visit to <strong>China</strong>. This visa must be obtained in advance of your departure<br />
from the United States.<br />
We have enclosed complete visa instructions, including a visa application and<br />
an instruction sheet from <strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong>, Inc., the visa service we<br />
recommend. Please note that there are additional requirements listed for<br />
travelers under age 18.<br />
We recommend that you apply for your visa 6-12 weeks prior to your US<br />
departure. If you wish to apply for your visa more than 12 weeks in<br />
advance of departure, please email GLA@g3visas.com to discuss your visa<br />
processing. Please use a delivery service with a tracking number, such as<br />
FedEx or USPS Express Mail, when sending in your passport and application<br />
to the visa service.<br />
Please ensure that your passport has at least two sets of blank pages marked<br />
“<strong>Visas</strong>” and will be valid for at least six months following your tour.<br />
<strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong> can assist with passport renewals and additional pages,<br />
if necessary.<br />
These instructions are for US citizens only; if you are not a US citizen, or if<br />
you have any questions about the visa process, please contact <strong>G3</strong> directly at<br />
888-883-8472 or GLA@g3visas.com.
Visa Instructions for<br />
Travelers: <strong>China</strong><br />
For residents of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,<br />
Rhode Island and Vermont<br />
<strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong><br />
2425 West Loop South, Suite 310<br />
Houston, TX 77027<br />
Tel: 866.945.8472, 713.574.1731<br />
Fax: 866.611.6960<br />
Email: GLA@g3visas.com<br />
Please send the following to <strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong>:<br />
1. Your original valid and signed passport . The passport must have at least two blank pages marked “<strong>Visas</strong>” and must<br />
be valid for a least 6 months past the end of your trip.<br />
2. Non-US citizens must contact <strong>G3</strong> for additional requirements.<br />
3. One visa application form, completed and signed; must be typed or filled in on the PDF form (available at<br />
www.g3visas.com/GLA.html.) Handwritten applications are not accepted.<br />
4. One passport style photograph (2”x2”), taken within the last 6 months. The photo must be on photo paper and have a<br />
plain white background. Attach photos with a paper clip; do not use tape or glue.<br />
5. A copy of your state-issued driver’s license, or copies of both parents’ driver’s licenses.<br />
6. Proof of departure: i.e. copy of your confirmed/purchased flight itinerary.<br />
7. If you are under age 18, both parents must sign the visa application along with the traveler, and the following<br />
additional items are required:<br />
a. Original or certified copy of your birth certificate showing both parents’ names.<br />
b. Photocopies of both parents’ passports (photo/signature page) or driver’s licenses.<br />
c. Notarized Letter of Consent (attached) signed by both parents.<br />
8. This cover sheet with all fields completed; one cover sheet is required per traveler.<br />
Contact and Shipping Information:<br />
Street address only for FedEx delivery - NO P.O. BOXES<br />
Name<br />
Address<br />
__________________________<br />
__________________________<br />
__________________________<br />
Fees:<br />
Payment includes Embassy fees, <strong>G3</strong> service fees, and<br />
return shipping via Federal Express. Requirements and<br />
fees are subject to change without notice. <strong>Visas</strong> will be<br />
valid for a single entry with a 30 day stay. The Consulate<br />
will not issue visas more than 90 days before departure.<br />
Call <strong>G3</strong> if you need less than 7 business day processing.<br />
City<br />
State<br />
Daytime Tel #<br />
Mobile Tel#<br />
__________________________<br />
___________ Zip ___________<br />
__________________________<br />
__________________________<br />
CHINA Visa<br />
21 Business Day Processing $212.00<br />
CHINA Visa<br />
7 Business Day Processing $282.00<br />
Date Departing US<br />
Date Passport Needed<br />
____/____/_____<br />
____/____/_____<br />
Email: ___________________________________<br />
We will email you the tracking number when your visas are complete.<br />
Traveler Name<br />
Date of Birth<br />
__________________________<br />
____/____/_____<br />
Shipping Fees: All return shipping fees are included.<br />
Your passport will be returned via Federal Express. FedEx<br />
cannot deliver to a P.O. Box; please provide a street<br />
address for delivery.<br />
Payment Information:<br />
All fees are payable to <strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> by:<br />
o American Express, Visa, MasterCard<br />
o Check or Money Order payable to <strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong><br />
I authorize <strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> to charge the amount of $________<br />
plus a 5% processing fee to my credit card.<br />
Card Number:__________________________________<br />
Billing Address:_________________________________<br />
City:________________ State:______ Zip: _________<br />
Expiration date _____/_____ Security Code _________<br />
Special Notes: additional services, delivery instructions, etc.<br />
Signature of cardholder___________________________<br />
<strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong>, Inc. acts on the behalf of the client, and takes no responsibility for the services rendered by Travel Agents, Consulates or Embassies in connection with granting of visas.<br />
<strong>G3</strong> <strong>Visas</strong> & <strong>Passports</strong>, Inc. takes no responsibility for delays or loss of passports as may occur through above services or by the U.S. mail. Damage compensation is not available. 4/13
Form V.2011A<br />
<br />
Visa Application Form of the People’s Republic of <strong>China</strong><br />
<br />
Applicant should fill out this form truthfully and completely<br />
on a computer and print out. Please type your answer in capital English letters in the space provided or cross the appropriate box to<br />
select. Please state “N/A” or “None” if a section does not apply to you. If there is additional information to declare, please type on a<br />
separate sheet.<br />
(Form V.2011B)<br />
Please also complete the Supplementary Visa Application Form (Form V.2011B) if you are not a U.S. citizen, or if you are applying<br />
for work visa or student visa, or if you will be accompanied by anyone who shares the same passport with you.<br />
<br />
Section 1Personal information<br />
1.1 <br />
Full name as shown<br />
on your passport<br />
Surname<br />
Given name<br />
1.2 <br />
Sex<br />
M<br />
F<br />
<br />
Photo requirements<br />
1.3 <br />
Name in Chinese character ( if applicable)<br />
1.4 <br />
Other name or previous name<br />
if applicable<br />
1.5 <br />
Name in native language<br />
1 One colored photo<br />
6 Within 6 months<br />
Passport photo<br />
Front-facing<br />
Hatless<br />
Light-colored<br />
background<br />
1.6 <br />
Current nationality<br />
1.7 <br />
Former nationality<br />
1.8 <br />
Concurrent nationality<br />
1.10 <br />
Place of birth (city,<br />
province/state, country)<br />
1.12 <br />
Marital status<br />
1.9 <br />
Date of birth (yyyy-mm-dd)<br />
1.11 <br />
U.S. ID card number<br />
Married Never Married Divorced<br />
Widowed OtherPlease specify: .<br />
1.13 <br />
<br />
Current<br />
occupation(s)<br />
Businessman <br />
Company employee<br />
Teacher <br />
Student<br />
Housewife<br />
Unemployed<br />
Retired<br />
Government official<br />
Staff of media<br />
Religious worker<br />
Active duty military personnel<br />
Member of national parliament<br />
Crew member<br />
Other (Please specify): .<br />
1.14 <br />
Passport type<br />
Diplomatic passport / Service/Official passport<br />
Ordinary passport Other (Please specify): .<br />
1.15 <br />
Passport number<br />
1.17 <br />
Place of issue (city, province/state,<br />
country)<br />
1.19 <br />
Please select pick-up day (Extra fee is charged for express pick-up)<br />
<br />
<br />
1.16 <br />
Date of issue (yyyy-mm-dd)<br />
1.18 <br />
Expiry date (yyyy-mm-dd)<br />
Normal (the 4 th or 5 th working day)<br />
Express (the 2 nd or 3 rd working day)<br />
CNNYCONSULATE JUNE 2011 EDITION 1 4 / Page 1 of 4
Form V.2011A<br />
<br />
<br />
Section 2: Details of travel to <strong>China</strong><br />
2.1 <br />
<br />
Major<br />
purpose(s) of<br />
your visit(s) to<br />
<strong>China</strong><br />
Tourism<br />
Family visit<br />
Visiting friends<br />
Business trip<br />
Meeting<br />
Transit<br />
Employment<br />
As resident journalist<br />
As journalist for temporary news coverage<br />
As resident diplomat or consul<br />
Commercial performance<br />
As crew member<br />
Study<br />
Official visit<br />
Other (Please specify): .<br />
One entry valid for 3 months from date of application<br />
2.2 <br />
<br />
Intended<br />
number of<br />
entries<br />
Two entries valid for 6 months from date of application<br />
Multiple entries valid for 6 months from date of application<br />
Multiple entries valid for 12 months from date of application<br />
Other (Please specify): .<br />
2.3 <br />
Intended date of your first entry (yyyy-mm-dd)<br />
2.4 <br />
Your longest intended duration of stay<br />
Days<br />
2.5 i) <br />
Please list cities and provinces to visit in <strong>China</strong> in a time sequence<br />
2.5 ii)<br />
Please list residence(s) and phone number(s) during your stay in <strong>China</strong> in a time sequence<br />
<br />
Detailed address<br />
<br />
City<br />
<br />
Province<br />
<br />
Phone number<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
2.6 <br />
Who will pay for your trip to <strong>China</strong>?<br />
Myself Inviter<br />
Parent(s) or guardian(s)<br />
Other (Please specify): .<br />
2.7 Do you have<br />
medical insurance covering your visit in <strong>China</strong>? If “Yes”, please fill out the name of the<br />
medical insurance company and your account number.<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
2.8 /<br />
Name, address and phone number of your<br />
inviter or contact unit in <strong>China</strong><br />
2.9 /<br />
Name, address and phone number of your<br />
relative, friend or contact person in <strong>China</strong><br />
CNNYCONSULATE JUNE 2011 EDITION 2 4 / Page 2 of 4
Form V.2011A<br />
<br />
<br />
Section 3: Information about your family, work or study<br />
3.1 <br />
Current home address<br />
<br />
Address<br />
<br />
City<br />
<br />
Province/State<br />
<br />
Zip code<br />
3.2 <br />
Home phone number<br />
3.4 <br />
Email address<br />
3.3 <br />
Mobile phone<br />
number<br />
3.5 <br />
<br />
Name, phone number and<br />
address of your current<br />
employer or school<br />
<br />
Name<br />
<br />
Address<br />
<br />
City<br />
<br />
<br />
Province/State<br />
<br />
Phone number<br />
<br />
Zip code<br />
<br />
Name<br />
<br />
Nationality<br />
<br />
Occupation<br />
<br />
Relationship<br />
3.6 <br />
Major family members<br />
3.7 <br />
Contact person in case of<br />
emergency<br />
3.8 <br />
Contact person’s<br />
phone number<br />
Section 4: Other information<br />
4.1 <br />
Have you ever visited <strong>China</strong><br />
before? If “Yes”, please specify date, places and purpose of the<br />
latest visit.<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
4.2 12 <br />
Have you ever visited other<br />
countries or territories in the past 12 months? If “yes”, please<br />
specify date, name of countries or territories and purpose of the<br />
visits.<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
4.3 <br />
Have you ever overstayed your visa or residence permit in <strong>China</strong>?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
4.4 <br />
Have you ever been refused a visa for <strong>China</strong>, or been refused entry into <strong>China</strong>?<br />
4.5 <br />
Do you have any criminal record in <strong>China</strong> or any other country?<br />
4.6 ? Are you suffering from any of the following diseases?<br />
Serious mental disorder<br />
Infectious pulmonary tuberculosis<br />
Other infectious disease of public health hazards<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
4.7 30 <br />
Did you visit countries or territories infected by infectious diseases in the past 30 days?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
CNNYCONSULATE JUNE 2011 EDITION 3 4 / Page 3 of 4
Form V.2011A<br />
<br />
4.8 4.3 4.7 <br />
If you answered “Yes” to any of questions 4.3 to 4.7, please give details below.<br />
Section 5: Relevant declaration<br />
5.1 (Form V.2011B)Please also complete<br />
the Supplementary Visa Application Form (Form V.2011B) if you are not a U.S. citizen, or if you are applying for work visa or student visa, or if you<br />
will be accompanied by anyone who shares the same passport with you.<br />
5.2 Please use the space below or a separate sheet for<br />
additional information / declaration / statement other than already provided in this application.<br />
Section 6: Signature<br />
6.1 I have read and understood all the<br />
questions in this application. I declare that the information provided above is true and accurate. I shall take all responsibilities for any false<br />
information.<br />
6.2 <br />
I understand that the decision on whether to issue a visa, validity/ type of visa, number of entries, and duration<br />
of each stay will be decided by consular officers, and that any false, misleading or incomplete information may result in the refusal of a visa or denial of<br />
entry into <strong>China</strong>.<br />
<br />
<br />
Applicant’s signature: Date (yyyy-mm-dd): .<br />
Note: Parent or guardian may sign on behalf of an applicant aged under 18.<br />
Section 7If the application form is completed by another person on the applicant’s behalf, please fill out<br />
the following:<br />
7.1 <br />
7.2 <br />
Name of the person completing<br />
Relationship to the<br />
this form on the applicant’s behalf<br />
applicant<br />
7.3 <br />
Address<br />
7.5 <br />
Type of ID document<br />
7.4 <br />
Phone number<br />
7.6 <br />
Number of ID<br />
7.7 Declaration<br />
<br />
I declare that I have assisted in the completion of this form at the request of the applicant, and the applicant understands and confirms that the<br />
information provided is true and correct.<br />
/Signature /Date (yyyy-mm-dd): .<br />
<br />
Official use only<br />
<br />
<br />
CNNYCONSULATE JUNE 2011 EDITION 4 4 / Page 4 of 4
Letter of Consent<br />
Date:___________________________<br />
Visa Section<br />
Consulate General of <strong>China</strong><br />
Dear Consular Officer:<br />
This letter is to express our consent for our child to go on a trip to <strong>China</strong> with Global Leadership Adventures. We<br />
request that you issue a tourist visa.<br />
Our child’s passport details are as follows:<br />
Full Name ________________________________________<br />
Date of Birth______________________________________<br />
Country of Citizenship_______________________________<br />
Passport Number___________________________________<br />
Date of Issue______________________________________<br />
Date of Expiration__________________________________<br />
Date of Entry to <strong>China</strong>_______________________________<br />
Date of Exit_______________________________________<br />
We will be responsible for any travel expenses incurred by our child while traveling in <strong>China</strong>. Air and land<br />
transportation and lodging have been pre-paid.<br />
Global Leadership Adventures leads educational tours for high school students, and can be contacted at 10509 San<br />
Diego Mission Road, Suite A-1, San Diego, CA 92108; telephone 888-358-4321. Should you have any questions<br />
for us, we can be reached by telephone at ____________________ or by email at __________________________.<br />
Thank you for your assistance with our child’s visa request.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
_____________________________________<br />
____________________________________<br />
Mother<br />
Father<br />
This letter must be notarized.