Business visa (M visa) is issued to those who intend to go to China for commercial and trade activities. Foreigners in the country on this visa for business may negotiate and sign contracts with their business partners. Business travelers are free to attend conferences, business summits, and trade fairs while they are in the country. China M and F visa could be confusing to foreign visitors: M visa - business and trade F visa - non-commercial visits In 2013, the original F visa got divided into two categories: the M and F visa. The M visa is for business and trade, while the F visa now applies to noncommercial travels. The F visa is issued to foreigners who are invited to conduct a lecture, an investigation, scientific and cultural exchanges, study tours and other non-business activities in China The duration of stay for the F visa is 30 days, which means you can stay for up to 30 days from the date of entry. The validity period of the China M visa is three months (90 days) in most cases for Kenyans. Just like the tourist visa, the M visa can be issued for single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry. The extension of visa stay varies with individual circumstances but it’s always granted at the discretion of the C hinese embassy. A letter from your employer stating the awareness and allowance of your business leave. The letter should have the date of terms of your employment, how long you have been employed and the duration of your leave. An invitation letter from the Chinese company with a clear signature and stamp. The letter should have the purpose and duration of your visit to the country. Certificate of business registration of the Chinese company. Receipt of paid Chinese visa application fee is required. If you have had previous business dealings with the Chinese company, a proof of this should be presented during the China visa application process. For non-Kenyans, a copy of your valid resident permit or re-entry pass in Kenya is required. Applying for a multiple-entry for this China visa application also requires a copy of previous visas to China. Holders of the China Business Visa(s) are not allowed to be paid for the services they render while they are in the country.