China•AsiaStudent Visa - Long-term (X1 Visa)
At a Glance
Processing Time
4 days
Application Fee
140 USD
Stay Duration
Varies
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term student visa for academic programs lasting over 180 days. Allows multiple entries with validity up to 5 years. Requires admission from Chinese educational institution.
The X1 visa is for international students pursuing academic programs lasting more than 180 days at Chinese universities and educational institutions. It supports the full duration of study including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as exchange programs.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
2,500 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Language
Chinese
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photo
Color photo 33x48mm, white background, recent
Admission notice
From Chinese educational institution
JW202 form
For self-funded students; JW201 for government-sponsored
Health examination record
Foreigner Physical Examination Record (Form JW202 attached or separate)
Accommodation proof
University accommodation letter or housing confirmation
Completed application form
Signed visa application
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Advantages
- Multiple entry options
- Long validity period
- Can study full degree program
- Can apply for residence permit
- Fast processing time
Considerations
- Requires university admission
- Must apply for residence permit upon arrival
- Study program restrictions
- Cannot work full-time
- Limited work-study opportunities
Application Process
Receive admission notice
Get JW202 form from Chinese university (for self-funded students)
Complete application form
Fill visa application with study details
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photo, admission, JW202, health exam results
Submit application
Submit at Chinese embassy/consulate
Pay fee
Pay reduced visa fee
Processing
4 working days standard processing
Collect visa
Retrieve passport with X1 visa
Apply for residence permit
Within 30 days of arrival at PSB
Application Forms
China Visa Application Form (X1)
JW202 Form
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