Tourist Visa from Kenya to China
Tourist Visa from Kenya to China Description
Kenyans traveling to China for tourism purposes are the eligible applicants of this visa.
Foreigners who intend visiting relatives and friends in the country may do so with this visa.The Chinese tourist visa (L visa) is issued to those who intend to visit China for tourism or leisure.
The Chinese tourist visa is categorized into three (3), based on the number of entries allowed:
Single Entry — allows one entry (30 - 60 days)
Double Entry — allows two entries (30 - 60 days)
Multiple Entry — allows multiple entries (6 months - 1 year for Kenyans)
Note that despite the visa lasting for up to 1 year, this doesn’t mean that you can remain in China for one straight year. It is left for the embassy to decide how many days you get for each entry.
The most common tourist visa option available to Kenyans is the Single Entry Tourist Visa (that is, you can’t leave China and then enter again with the same visa) which has a validity of between 30 days.
The duration of stay per visit is at the discretion of the chinese embassy.
Proof of financial sufficiency that covers the applicants duration of stay should be submitted.
overstaying one’s visa is a serious offence and can incur the penalty of life time ban.
A letter of invitation signed by your host in China is required during the China visa application process. Information on the letter should include the home address, telephone number, as well as a valid means of identification of the host.
Holders of this visa are not allowed to be enrolled in an institution of learning in the country.
You may attend events and take part in festivals during your time in China.
If you are employed, a letter from your employer confirming awareness and allowance of your leave for the duration of your stay should be provided.
Applicants who are not citizens of Kenya need to present a copy of their valid re-entry pass or resident permit.
If it is your first visit to China, only the single or double entry visa will be issued to you.
Those who are applying for a multiple entry visa need to provide a copy of their previous visas to China.
Minor are required to submit a copy of the birth certificate during the visa application process. If these minors are traveling without their parents or with one of their parents, a letter of consent signed by both their parents is required.
Receipt of paid visa application fee should be provided.
During your time in the country, you are not allowed to take paid or unpaid employment.
Tourist Visa from Kenya to China Requirements
A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.
Travel document must be complete.
Proof of financial capability.
Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
Copy of return flight ticket.
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
Medical insurance that covers the entire duration of stay.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Copy of travel itinerary.
Processing Time: 4 working days
Cost: Not available
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