Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Jan Mayen (Norway)
Introduction
Visa Policy Overview
Visa Application Requirements
Basic Documents
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Valid Passport: The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay in China and have at least two blank pages.
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Visa Application Form: A fully completed and signed Chinese visa application form.
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Passport-sized Photos: Recent, clear, and compliant photos meeting China’s visa photo requirements.
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Application Fee: The fee varies depending on the visa type and duration.
Supporting Documents
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Tourist Visa (L): Starting from January 1, 2024, the Chinese Embassy and Consulates-General in the United States simplify application documents required for tourist visa (L-visa). Tourist visa applicants within the United States will no longer be required to submit round-trip air ticket booking record, proof of hotel reservation, itinerary or invitation letter. Since visa applications are processed on a case-by-case basis, please refer to the Chinese Embassy and Consulates-General in the United States for specifics.
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Business Visa (M/F): Documents on the commercial activity issued by a trade partner in China.
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Transit Visa (G): Proof of onward journey tickets and visas for the next destination.
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Work Visa (Z): Valid job offer letter and work permit from the Chinese employer.
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Study Visa (X1/X2): Admission letter from a Chinese educational institution and a JW201 or JW202 form.
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Family Reunion Visa (Q1/Q2/S1/S2): Invitation letter from the family member in China and proof of family relationship.
Visa Application Process
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Complete the Application Form: Fill out the Chinese visa application form accurately and completely, available on the Chinese Embassy’s website or at the visa application center.
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Prepare Supporting Documents: Gather all required documents based on the visa type.
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Submit Application: Submit the application form, supporting documents, and passport to the Chinese Embassy or visa application center in person or by mail.
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Pay the Fee: Pay the visa application fee at the time of submission.
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Biometric Collection: Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photo) if required.
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Wait for Processing: Processing time varies, usually taking several working days.
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Collect Passport: Once the visa is approved, collect the passport with the visa attached.
Embassy Information
Chinese Embassy in Norway
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Address: Tuengen Allé 2B, 0244 Oslo, Norway
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Telephone: +47-22492052
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Fax: +47-22921978
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Email: webmaster@chinese-embassy.no
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Website: http://no.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/
Consular Office of Chinese Embassy in Norway
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Address: Holmenveien 5, Vinderen, Oslo, Norway
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Telephone: +47-94069628 (09:30 – 11:30, 14:30 – 16:30 from Mon. – Fri. except holidays)
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Office Hours: 09:00-11:30, Monday-Friday (except holidays)
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Email: oslo@csm.mfa.gov.cn
China Visa Application Service Center in Oslo
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Address: 2nd floor, Sørkedalsveien 10D, 0369 Oslo, Norway
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Application Submission and Collection: 9:00-13:30
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Urgent Service Collection: 15:00
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Telephone: +47 22463003
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Email: oslocenter@visaforchina.org