Student Visa - Short-term (X2 Visa)
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Student Visa - Short-term (X2 Visa)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

4 days

Application Fee

140 USD

Stay Duration

Up to 180 days

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Short-term student visa for academic programs lasting 180 days or less. Single entry visa for language courses, exchange programs, and short-term study.

The X2 visa is for short-term study programs in China lasting 180 days or less. It covers language courses, exchange programs, and short-term academic visits. Unlike the X1 visa, X2 holders do not need to apply for a residence permit.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity, blank pages

Passport photo

Color photo 33x48mm, white background, recent

Admission notice

From Chinese educational institution for program under 180 days

JW202 form

From institution confirming short-term program

Health examination record

Foreigner Physical Examination Record

Completed application form

Signed visa application

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Advantages

  • Simple application process
  • No residence permit required
  • Fast processing
  • Suitable for language courses and exchanges
  • Extendable if needed

Considerations

  • Single entry only
  • Limited to 180 days maximum
  • Short-term programs only
  • Cannot pursue full degree

Application Process

1

Receive admission notice

Get JW202 form from Chinese institution

2

Complete application form

Fill visa application for short-term study

3

Prepare documents

Gather passport, photo, admission, JW202, health exam

4

Submit application

Submit at embassy/consulate

5

Pay fee

Pay visa fee

6

Processing

4 working days for processing

7

Collect visa

Retrieve X2 visa in passport

8

Travel to China

Enter China with X2 visa; no residence permit required

Application Forms

China Visa Application Form (X2)

JW202 Form

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