Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Kiribati

Visa Policy

Visa Application Process

1. Prepare Application Materials: Gather all necessary documents, including a valid passport, application form, and supporting materials.
2. Email Documents: Send all your materials (e-copy) to the Embassy via chinaemb_ki@mfa.gov.cn for qualification verifying. You will receive a reply within 3 working days.
3. Online Application: After receiving approval, fill out the visa application form online (https://cova.cs.mfa.gov.cn), print out the confirmation page and form, and sign the confirmation page and item 9 of the form.
4. Submit Application: Take the application materials to the Chinese Embassy in Kiribati for assessment.
5. In-Person Submission at Embassy in Fiji: Make an appointment with the Chinese Embassy in Fiji to deliver the application materials in person to their Consular Section.
6. Processing Time: Regular processing takes 4 working days or more, while rush service usually takes no more than 3 days.

Required Documents

• Completed visa application form and confirmation page.
• Original passport with at least six months of remaining validity and blank visa pages, and a photocopy of the bio-data page of your passport.
• One recent colored ID photo, facing forward with a white background and bareheaded.
• Additional documents based on the visa category (e.g., invitation letter, work permit, proof of kinship).
• Proof of lawful stay or residence permit in Kiribati (for citizens of other countries who are in Kiribati).

Chinese Embassy in Kiribati

• Address: Chinese Embassy in Kiribati, Bairiki, Tarawa
• Phone: 686-72022008
• Email: chinaemb_ki@mfa.gov.cn

Chinese Embassy in Fiji (for in-person submission)

• Address: Chinese Embassy (back gate), 183 Queen Elizabeth Drive, SUV
• Phone: 00679-7137727

Visa Types and Purposes

• L Visa: For tourism. Main documents include a reservation of a round-trip flight ticket and hotel.
• M Visa: For commercial and trade activities. Main documents include an invitation letter issued by the inviting entity in China.
• F Visa: For necessary visits, exchanges, or non-commercial activities. Main documents include an invitation letter issued by the inviting entity in China.
• Z Visa: For working in China. Main documents include a valid Notification Letter of Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China.
• Q1, Q2 Visa: For visiting or reunion with immediate family members of Chinese citizens or holders of valid China Foreign Permanent Resident ID cards.
• S1, S2 Visa: For short-term or long-term visiting immediate family members of foreigners residing in China for work, study, or other purposes.

Additional Tips

• Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in China.
• Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records.
• Check the specific requirements for your visa category, as they may vary.
• Be aware of the visa processing time and apply well in advance of your planned travel dates.

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