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Yes, you need a VISA!
It's important to get crankin' on that VISA sooner rather than later. All citizens need a valid passport and visa to enter the People's Republic of China.
Passport
Visitors must have a valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and two
blank pages remaining. If you don't have a passport, get one ASAP as there is usually a long wait (especially in the USA).
Visas
All visitors to China must have a visa. Applications
typically take 3 to 5 working days to process, although this can be shortened
to as little as 1 day if you apply in person and pay extra fees. See the Chinese Foreign Ministry's Website for more info.
Visa Applications
One passport photograph is required per adult, as well as for any child traveling
on a parent's passport. Here you can download and send in your visa information:
China VISA Form
Chinese VISA Application
Please note that new rules have indicated that all VISA applications have to have hotel confirmations included as well as flight tickets.
USA citizens will pay $184 per visa (single entry, multiple entry, etc. with FedEx included). Please fill out the forms and send your payment with photos to:
Visa Service Center
10700 Richmond Avenue
Suite 211
Houston, TX 77042
Tel: 713-952-7722
